In this series, guest columnists respond to one of three topics selected by ELGL Co-Founder Kent Wyatt. This week, Hillary Ostlund, Library Services Manager Hillsboro Public Library in Hillsboro, Oregon, takes on common misconceptions about libraries. Libraries have been my jam for nearly two decades, and I frequently hear that I’m not what many think … Continued
In this feature, a guest columnist responds to a question from ELGL Co-Founder Kent Wyatt. This week, Stephanie Chase, Director of Libraries, City of Hillsboro, OR, writes how libraries can expand their reach to parts of the community less familiar with library services. Learn more from Stephanie on the GovLove podcast episode – Rethinking the … Continued
#ELGL18 takes place May 16, 17, and 18 in Golden, Colorado. In the coming days, we’ll announce each of the speakers and sessions. You can register for #ELGL18 here. #ELGL18: Beyond Employee Engagement: Empowering Staff to Build the Organization They Want The City of Aurora, Colorado and the City of Hillsboro, Oregon both dove into addressing how to … Continued
In this series, guest columnists respond to one of three topics selected by ELGL co-founder Kent Wyatt. This week Madison Thesing, City of Lake Oswego, OR, tackles whether local government is doing enough to develop the future workforce. Is local government a welcoming environment for young professionals? Where do we succeed? Areas for improvement? I … Continued
Know before you go… Meet other #ELGL18 attendees before you head to Golden, Colorado. Continue the conversation in the #ELGL18 Facebook Group or by following the #ELGL18 Twitter List. Lukas Heaton City of Hillsboro, Oregon – Public Service Fellow My favorite adventure in life was…. Going to Riot Fest, a 3-day music festival in Chicago The most important decision that … Continued
#ELGLPopUps land in Charlotte, Dallas, Portland, and Kansas City on September 22. Each event has a school theme which you’ll notice in the agendas. Staying with that theme, we introduce you to those who will be attending a Pop Up event. You can register for one of the events here. Name: Jessica Chovanec Job Title: Management … Continued
#ELGLPopUps land in Charlotte, Dallas, Portland, and Kansas City on September 22. Each event has a school theme which you’ll notice in the agendas. Staying with that theme, we introduce you to those who will be attending a Pop Up event. You can register for one of the events here. Madison Thesing City of Hillsboro, … Continued
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Here’s the latest and greatest video from ELGL All-In Member and #ELGLPopUps sponsor, City of Hillsboro, Oregon. In this video, they provide some creative inspiration on how local governments can use video to highlight important programs like their Public Service Fellows program: Have you ever wanted your own fancy sports intro video, like the videos … Continued
Prepare for #ELGL14 by learning about who is attending. Find out if you’ll be surrounded by soft talkers, loud eaters, and finger biters or whether you’ll be surrounded by the best in local government. Amber Ames City of Hillsboro – City Recorder (Complete the sentence) #ELGL14 is…..I don’t know but I would like to find out. Registration … Continued
Emily Leuning returns after spending countless hours watching random World Cup games and wearing USA t-shirts for the entire month of July. She’s back with the story of the City of Hillsboro’s internship program which began this year under the leadership of Michael Brown, city manager. The Next, Next Generation by Emily Leuning, Connect: LinkedIn … Continued
