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Feeling the Heat: Seeking Public Perceptions of Climate Change

Feeling the Heat: Seeking Public Perceptions of Climate Change

By listening to their constituents, consulting polls such as the ones cited in this article and staying up-to-date on the latest climate change developments, policymakers can help ensure that climate-related…

Naively Optimistic Thoughts on Budgeting

Naively Optimistic Thoughts on Budgeting

My ultimate hope is that better presentation of, and interaction with, local budgets has a disarming effect on those most skeptical of local government. …

Leadership Unraveled: Thriving by Adapting to Complex Challenges

Leadership Unraveled: Thriving by Adapting to Complex Challenges

As public leadership evolves and we collectively look for alternatives to authoritative leadership that is inclusive of multiple perspectives and experiences, adaptive leadership is a tool that should be included…

Rethinking the Role of the Government Middle Manager

Rethinking the Role of the Government Middle Manager

Hopefully, the Federal government and other governments realize the imperative to re-envision the government middle manager role.…

2030 Now

2030 Now

Now is the time for public administrators to start helping local communities, counties and states get permanently organized for the 2030 census and those to follow. We are too big…

Best Practices in Title IX Case Management for Institutions of Higher Education

Best Practices in Title IX Case Management for Institutions of Higher Education

It is essential that we lean on data and institutions’ best practices to not only develop robust, effective investigation processes, but ultimately cultivate supportive, safe learning environments for students.…

Public Sector Recruitment and Retention: A Workforce Permanently Changed by COVID-19

Public Sector Recruitment and Retention: A Workforce Permanently Changed by COVID-19

Moving forward, public administrators must look carefully at how they deliver on their organization’s mission and values. Simply allowing the pandemic to pass without making concrete changes is a missed…

Reconfiguration of the Public Sector: Adapting Government to the Fast-Paced Technological Landscape

Reconfiguration of the Public Sector: Adapting Government to the Fast-Paced Technological Landscape

Advanced-technology methods and modern technologies have the potential to enable governments to make changes that streamline procedures, raise levels of government performance and ensure optimal allocation of resources. …

Lessons From Three Racially Diverse Communities and How Municipal Executives Can Lead the Way

Lessons From Three Racially Diverse Communities and How Municipal Executives Can Lead the Way

By equipping yourself and your staff with cultural competence, you can better navigate the complexities of managing diverse cities and ensure services and programs meet each community's unique needs.…

Public Administration and Institutions That Commit Child Abuse or Neglect: Part 6 – Protecting Children on the Public Stage

Public Administration and Institutions That Commit Child Abuse or Neglect: Part 6 – Protecting Children on the Public Stage

If anything, children are increasingly being exploited on the public stage because of the rapidly expanding influence of social media platforms. …

Building Sustainable and Resilient Cities Through Zero Waste Policy-Massachusetts Dwindling Landfills

Building Sustainable and Resilient Cities Through Zero Waste Policy-Massachusetts Dwindling Landfills

The path to achieving zero waste is not only a practical necessity for sustainable cities and to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, but also imperative for the well-being of current…