If you can’t reach your childhood dream of playing in the NHL, why not settle for second best by becoming the Bend Assistant City Manager. That’s where Jon Skidmore landed which turned out quite well, since if Jon was in the NHL his family might have missed out on Christmas this year due to the … Continued
This new feature stems from the positive feedback that ELGL has received on the blog feature, A Passion for Public Service, where Rafael Baptista is chronicling his decision-making process in choosing the right graduate school. In the “On Campus” feature, ELGL will highlight graduate programs focusing on public administration or public policy. Special thanks for those ELGL … Continued
Triple Bottom Line Decision Making Presented by Babe O’Sullivan, City of Eugene Sustainability Liaison, & City of Eugene Staff Meeting Agenda Come learn about the decision making framework Eugene staff is using to help reach sustainability and human rights goals. Sloat Room – 1st floor, Eugene Atrium Building BBQ lunch and a soda provided for $6. … Continued
Book Smart with Erik Kvarsten Gresham City Manager This week ELGL caught up with Erik Kvarsten, the philosopher of city managers and someone who always has reading recommendations that will expand your horizons. Some of you may remember Erik’s presentation at an ELGL forum in 2011 which left many of us quoting philosophers while dealing … Continued
On the Public Record with Michele Reeves Twitter: RethinkPlaces About Michele Reeves Michele E. Reeves is an urban strategist with extensive experience in revitalizing mixed-use districts, placemaking, retail leasing, development consulting, and project management. In her consulting practice at Civilis, she helps cities renew their urban places by teaching the building blocks for successful revitalization through … Continued
[youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SdhLJim5JxI&w=560&h=315] The 50th Knope of the Week has been selected after a week long search for the individual who has done the most to advance the mission of ELGL. In case you haven’t yet memorized the ELGL mission statement, here it is in its entirety, THE MISSION of the Oregon Emerging Local Government Leaders Network … Continued
“Off the Stump” is a new feature that will introduce you to the members of the Oregon Legislature. We have invited every legislator to participate in “Off the Stump.” With an important session beginning in early February, it is especially important that we get to know the decision makers who will be working on key … Continued
Thank you to everyone who volunteered their time and money to spread Christmas cheer at the Randall Children’s Hospital. ELGL raised more than $500 dollars which was enough to buy a wide assortment of decorations including a Christmas tree, ornaments, stockings, teddy bears, etc. Special thanks to Jim Kirk, Kirsten Wyatt, Marissa Daniels, and Megan … Continued
It was brought to the Emerging Local Government Leaders Network’s attention that the Randall Children’s Hospital Pediatric Oncology Floor needs some extra help this holiday season. When the unit moved to the new hospital, *all* of their holiday decorations were lost or misplaced. The floor is bare heading into this holiday season, with young kids … Continued
While there are many attributes ELGL appreciates about Joe Gall, what we appreciate most is you will never hear “I’m too busy” as an excuse from Joe. We often wonder how he has time for everything and we concluded he probably has a dirty room at home. Other than that, we hope others in local … Continued
