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U.S. Census 2020 in Marin County

Pictured (from left to right): San Rafael Councilmember Kate Colin, Kristin Drumm (Senior Planner with the County of Marin), Cristine Alilovich (Assistant City Manager with the City of San Rafael), and Stephanie McNally (Strategic Initiatives Manager with the Canal Alliance) Right Now with Daniel Soto (LinkedIn/Twitter) What I’m Listening to – Local Natives: Dark Days … Continued

The Clarity Award Presented By ELGL & Cartegraph

The Clarity Awards are about more than transparency. They’re focused on recognizing governments that are telling clear, compelling stories and engaging their communities by moving the needle in measurable, actionable ways. These high-performance organizations aren’t hiding behind massive spreadsheets or “that’s the way we’ve always done it.” They’re going the extra mile to simplify information, improve … Continued

#ThisIsGovTech Webinar

#ThisIsGovTech What: #ThisIsGovtech Webinar – Access & Accessibility for All! When: Thursday, March 21 11am PT / 2pm ET Where: Online! Please RSVP Online Description: What is govtech? It is new technologies that empower government employees, improve public services, and make a real difference in everything from the housing crisis to climate change. It is also … Continued

Relieved, But Disoriented

Right Now with Mario Smith (LinkedIn/Twitter) What I’m reading: The back of a cereal box was quite pleasing until my calendar alerted me I was due for my buzz this morning. Oops. What I’m watching: The sweet Florida sun breaking through the windows. What I’m listening to: The loud refrigerator motor in the kitchen I did it! I … Continued

#ELGLInspire Texas State University Speaker: Jack Daly

Head back to school with #ELGLInspire. Next stop: Texas State University on April 2, 2019! Learn more about our event speakers in these brief profiles, and connect with them on social media before and after the event! Jack Daly Assistant to the City Manager, City of Georgetown, TX Website What was the very first paying … Continued

I Have to Ask: Why Are You the Way You Are?

In this series, guest columnists respond to one of three topics selected by ELGL co-founder Kent Wyatt. This week, Erika Harper (Twitter & LinkedIn), Public Information Officer for Town of Mead, Colorado,  writes about the person who most positively impacted her career. Last fall, and as an elective for my master’s program, I enrolled in … Continued

Discovery Park vs. LLELA (Lewisville Lake Environmental Learning Area)

It’s the #ELGLKnope Sweet Sixteen! Vote for your favorite park/open space and engage your community to celebrate these special public places.  ELGL loves to find the joy and celebration in the provision of local government services, and this year we’ll celebrating the special parks and open spaces managed by local governments. Vote: Discovery Park vs. … Continued

McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park vs. Valley Park

It’s the #ELGLKnope Sweet Sixteen! Vote for your favorite park/open space and engage your community to celebrate these special public places.  ELGL loves to find the joy and celebration in the provision of local government services, and this year we’ll celebrating the special parks and open spaces managed by local governments. Vote: McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park … Continued

Country Park vs. Constitution Gardens

It’s the #ELGLKnope Sweet Sixteen! Vote for your favorite park/open space and engage your community to celebrate these special public places.  ELGL loves to find the joy and celebration in the provision of local government services, and this year we’ll celebrating the special parks and open spaces managed by local governments. Vote: Country Park vs. … Continued

Cheney Mansion vs. Grand Forks Greenway

It’s the #ELGLKnope Sweet Sixteen! Vote for your favorite park/open space and engage your community to celebrate these special public places.  ELGL loves to find the joy and celebration in the provision of local government services, and this year we’ll celebrating the special parks and open spaces managed by local governments. Vote: Cheney Mansion vs. … Continued

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