#ELGLInspire is headed to Cleveland State University on March 1, 2019! Learn more about our event speakers in these brief profiles, and connect with them on social media before and after the event! Meg Ryan Shockey City Councilwoman, City of Brooklyn, OH Website | Linkedin | Twitter What was the very first paying job you held (that you paid taxes … Continued
This post is by Kirsten Wyatt and she’s sharing it in today’s Morning Buzz in response to a great question during a diversity discussion at #CCCMA19 about some ways to make diversity an organizational priority, and actionable first steps. What I’m Reading: People I Want to Punch in the Throat by Jen Mann What I’m … Continued
Jonathan Cain Administrative Intern, City of Idaho Springs, CO LinkedIn So far, what’s your proudest accomplishment in 2019? I am a Graduate Student at the University of Colorado Denver, and I just submitted my Research Proposal for my Thesis. That was a moment a long time coming. At work, I have been really engaged in … Continued
This guest blog is by ELGL member Katherine Stokke, the Operations Analysis manager with the Tualatin Hills Parks & Recreation District in Oregon. Children swing on the playground. Couples walk their dogs on the nature trail. Athletes kick soccer balls on a field or whack pickleballs across a court. These are just a few of the sights … Continued
Matt Maez Digital Engagement Specialist, City of Albuquerque, NM Twitter | LinkedIn So far, what’s your proudest accomplishment in 2019? Joining ELGL, of course! Aside from that, I am about to launch a Flash Briefing Skill on the Amazon Alexa platform to provide a daily status update about City services, news, and events which is … Continued
Member exclusive: If you’re an ELGL member, you have the chance to upvote for a nominated #ELGLKnope park or open space! Find your favorite on the list, give it a click, and give your favorite nominee one more chance to make it to the coveted #ELGLKnope bracket in March. Not yet an ELGL member? Join … Continued
Is your favorite park or open space listed in the nominations (as of February 24, 2019)? Check out the map below and make your nomination today!
The number of nominations continues to rise in week three of #ELGLKnope nominations! Here are the Week 3 nominees for your review – do you see your favorite park on this list? Take a minute and submit your nomination today to ensure that your favorite park or open space makes the Round of 32 for … Continued
This guest blog is by ELGL member Luke Fretwell. I recently visited my local California Department of Motor Vehicles field office to renew my driver license and, because I scheduled an appointment ahead of time, my experience wasn’t the nightmare it’s traditionally made out to be. However, the designer in me couldn’t help but think about … Continued
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