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#ELGL14: Fiber, Fiber, Fiber

  Let’s talk Google fiber, independent fiber, and more! Not many people have it, everyone wants it, and only a few people truly understand it.  Learn from the experts on municipal fiber installation and how communities can benefit and work with the providers. #ELGL14 registration opens in just one week! Be ready on September 5 at … Continued

Quick Take: Ann Janda, Town of Milton, VT

We prepare for the ELGL & ICMA joint event at the ICMA Conference by getting to know attendees through their responses to four simple questions. Respondents will describe the current state of local government, their mentors, ways to strengthen local government, and of course, their dream six-pack. Link: Raise Your Hand If You’re Going “Back to the Future” with … Continued

Guidepost #6 – Kevin Duggan

Welcome to week #6 of the Cookingham Connection. Today, we hear from Kevin Duggan, the West Coast Regional Director for ICMA.  Previously, Mr. Duggan served as the city manager of Mountain View, California, and Campbell, California.  ELGL appreciates the friendship, guidance and support that Mr. Duggan provides to ELGL members, and welcome his thoughts on Cookingham guidepost … Continued

Around the World: Pop Culture

Around the World in Local Government – August 2014 Frame Changers Three Biggest Issues Facing Local Government Stereotyping Local Government Communications What music, books, places, etc. best represent the current state of pop culture in your region? Brian H. – Assistant to the Director (Chief) at San Antonio (TX) Police Department Austin, which hosts the SXSW … Continued

30 Days of Badger – Day 28

Emily Badger wrote article for CityLab back in November, 2013 called The Simplest Way to Get People Biking. The proposition: “Show people how long the exact same trip would take in a car, or on foot, or even by transit. It’s not enough to make it possible for people to bike. What advocates really need to do is … Continued

#ELGL14 Sponsor: Oregon Metro

It’s our pleasure to announce the second #ELGL14 conference sponsor: Oregon Metro!  Metro has been an important partner to ELGL since our inception and we’re so glad they’re on board as a supporting sponsor. Are you interested in becoming an #ELGL14 sponsor?  Click here to learn more and sign up today – spaces are limited. A huge high five to Metro – … Continued

Quick Take: Jason Escareno, San Mateo County, CA

We prepare for the ELGL & ICMA joint event at the ICMA Conference by getting to know attendees through their responses to four simple questions. Respondents will describe the current state of local government, their mentors, ways to strengthen local government, and of course, their dream six-pack. Link: Raise Your Hand If You’re Going “Back to the Future” with … Continued

#ELGL14: My Career Path

  They rose to the top, but how did they get there? This unique panel format introduces three of ELGL’s favorite public servants and their career paths. We’ll learn about their career directions and leadership perspectives in 20-minute snapshots from each speaker. Don’t forget, registration opens on September 5 at 8am. Register early, conference spots … Continued

Around the World: Communication Breakdown

Around the World in Local Government – August 2014 Frame Changers, Three Biggest Issues Facing Local Government, Stereotyping Local Government How do residents use digital technology to stay in touch with each other, and with their local governments? Brian H. – Assistant to the Director (Chief) at San Antonio (TX) Police Department All the ways you might expect, … Continued

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