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Unlocking the Joy in Public Service through Social Media Engagement

Today’s Morning Buzz is brought to you by Michael T. Paulhus, Town Manager for the Town of Plainville, Conn. Connect with Mike on LinkedIn.  What I'm watching: The Diplomat on Netflix What I’m reading: Day Trading Attention by Gary Vaynerchuk What I’m listening to: Classic Vinyl, Channel 26 on Sirius/XM To all the dedicated local...

Podcast: Distinguished Service with Tony Gardner, Commonwealth Center for High-Performance Organizations

Tony Gardner Senior Vice President Commonwealth Center for High-Performance Organizations LinkedIn Tony Gardner, Senior Vice President for the Commonwealth Center for High-Performance Organizations joined the podcast to discuss his ICMA Distinguished Service Award. He shared his work aboard in Poland, innovations in local government, and provided advice to the next generation. This episode was recorded...

Leaders Can't Make Everyone Happy, but They Can…

Today’s Morning Buzz is brought to you by Hannah Brown, Traffic Operations Manager for the City of Huntsville, AL. Connect with Hannah on LinkedIn. What I’m watching: "Dancing with The Stars" What I’m reading: Recently returned from a trip to Scotland and can’t get enough Scottish history/historical fiction.  Who my pets are: Eliza (Siamese Cat), Bonnie...

The Power of Local Governments in Mobilizing Communities During Times of Crisis

Today's Morning Buzz is brought to you by Mary King, a writer with Envisio, a public sector-focused strategic planning and performance management software. Connect with Mary or Envisio on LinkedIn. What I’m reading: "No Shortcuts" by Jane McAlevey What I’m watching: "The Sopranos" What I’m eating: This really yummy baked oatmeal breakfast with carrots and apples...

Clear Communication: Don't Add Sawdust to the Recipe

Today’s Morning Buzz is brought to you by Greg LeBlanc, Assistant Town Manager, Town of Snowmass Village, CO. Connect with Greg on LinkedIn. What I’m reading: "What if We Get it Right" A hobby I enjoy: Birding How many times has it snowed already? 8 In the world of communication, clarity is key. Much like...

Beyond Traditional Economic Development: Eastvale’s Innovative, Collaborative Approach

Today’s Morning Buzz is brought to you by Alexander Fung, Economic Development Manager from the City of Eastvale, CA. Connect with Alexander on LinkedIn. What I’m eating: The delicious chicken piccata dish that my wife has perfected.  What I’m watching: Reactions to the 2024 presidential election.  What I’m working on: Establishing a new downtown for Eastvale.  According to...

We Employ People

Today’s Morning Buzz is brought to you by Kayla Barber-Perrotta, Deputy City Manager at the City of Albany, OR. Connect with Kayla on Linkedin and Instagram. What I’m reading: "Science, Submarines & Secrets: The Incredible Early Years of the Albany Research Center" What I’m watching: "Agatha All Along" What I’m eating: Squash — it’s one...

Podcast: Sustainability and Resilience in Parks and Recreation - Live from NRPA!

  Michele White Senior Program Manager National Recreation and Parks Association (NRPA) LinkedIn Bernita Reese Recreation and Parks Department Director City of Columbus, OH LinkedIn Ali Rhodes Parks and Recreation Director City of Boulder, CO LinkedIn Three guests joined the podcast for a very special session of GovLove and Open Space Radio. Ali Rhodes is...

The Quiet Part Loud

Today’s Morning Buzz is brought to you by Dr. Sarah Story, Executive Director of the Jefferson County, CO, Public Health Department. Connect with Sarah on LinkedIn, Medium, or Instagram. What I’m reading: "Anita DeMonte Laughs Last" is the current novel keeping me up past my bedtime. It has all my (un)favorite things: misogyny, racism, exoticism,...

5 Innovative Methods to Create New State and Local Government Services

Today’s Morning Buzz is brought to you by Bill Brantley, President and Chief Learning Officer for BAS2A. Connect with Bill on LinkedIn. What I’m reading: “The Employee Advantage: How Putting Workers First Helps Business Thrive” What I’m watching: Season 5 of “Star Trek: Lower Decks” What I’m listening to: The Mysterious Old Radio Listening Society’s...

Podcast: Across the Generations with Sam Badger and Decker Ploehn

Sam Badger City Manager's Office Marvin Andrews Fellow City of Scottsdale, AZ LinkedIn Decker Ploehn City Administrator City of Bettendorf, IA LinkedIn Two guests joined the podcast to share their generational perspective on local government. Sam Badger is the City Manager's Office Marvin Andrews Fellow at City of Scottsdale, Arizona and Decker Ploehn is the...

America’s Top 5 Most Socially Connected Counties

Today’s Morning Buzz is brought to you by Angelica Wedell, Communications Director at Polco. Connect with Angelica on LinkedIn, X/Twitter, or Facebook.  What I’m celebrating: The 2024 Voice of the People Awards winners and finalists! Congrats to them all! What I’m eating: Tacos every Tuesday. Edited by Angelica Wedell As isolation continues to define modern...

Podcast: Student Engagement and Starting in Local Government with Olivia Perfetti and Lily Neilsen

Olivia Perfetti Municipal Engagement Manager Allegheny County Conservation District LinkedIn Lily Neilsen Environmental Justice Intern New Sun Rising LinkedIn Two guests joined the podcast to talk about starting their careers in public service. Olivia Perfetti is the Municipal Engagement Manager for Allegheny County Conservation District and Lily Neilsen is an Environmental Justice Intern for a...

"Our" Government is Better than "Theirs"

Matt Horn is the Director of Local Government Services for MRB Group; a multi-disciplinary community-building firm. In his spare time, he litigates publishing rights to several compositions he claims to have contributed to, including "Happy Birthday," "Auld Lang Syne," and "Yellow Ledbetter." Check out his non-musical contributions on LinkedIn. What I’m watching: Taking myself back...

Podcast: An Actionable and Transformative Comprehensive Plan in North Chicago, IL

Taylor Wegrzyn Director of Economic and Community Development City of North Chicago, IL LinkedIn Siraj Asfahani Vice President The Lakota Group LinkedIn Taylor Wegrzyn, Director of Economic and Community Development at the City of North Chicago, Illinois and Siraj Asfahani, Vice President at The Lakota Group joined to podcast to discuss the City of North...

Welcome to Local Gov Campaign Season, 2024 Edition

Today’s Morning Buzz is brought to you by Jackie Wehmeyer, Senior Director of Strategy and Intergovernmental Affairs for the City of Parkland, FL, and proud new member of ELGL’s Board of Directors. Connect with Jackie on LinkedIn. What I’m eating: Whatever my husband is cooking on his new toy — an outdoor griddle. What I’m watching:...

Confessions of a Roku City NIMBY

Today’s Morning Buzz is brought to you by Warren Kagarise, digital engagement manager for King County, WA, and ELGL Board of Directors chair. Connect with Warren on LinkedIn. What I'm reading: "Undelivered: The Never-Heard Speeches That Would Have Rewritten History" by Jeff Nussbaum, a former speechwriter for Vice President Al Gore who dives into the...

Podcast: Climate Action and Building a Resilient Community with Kara Silbernagel, Pitkin County, CO

Kara Silbernagel Deputy County Manager Pitkin County, CO LinkedIn Kara Silbernagel, Deputy County Manager for Pitkin County, Colorado joined the podcast to discuss climate action planning. She talked about how the County's work is impacted by Federal land, emergency management, and affordability. She shared the importance of engagement in climate action planning and discussed the...

Podcast: Empowering Women and Employment Contract Negotiations with Jessica Kinser, Fairibault, MN

Jessica Kinser City Administrator City of Faribault, MN LinkedIn Jessica Kinser, City Administrator for the City of Faribault, Minnesota, joined the podcast to discuss empowering women and employment contract negotiations. She shared her unique experience negotiating contracts as a city's first manager, an internal candidate, and a manager in transition. She also highlighted common mistakes...

Slow. It. Down.

Today’s Morning Buzz is brought to you by Jackie Wehmeyer, Senior Director of Strategy and Intergovernmental Affairs for the City of Parkland, FL and proud new member of ELGL’s Board of Directors. Connect with Jackie on LinkedIn. What I’m eating: Jelly Belly jelly beans. Someone please take them from my desk. What I’m watching: "Monsters: The...

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