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Negotiating City/County Manager Employment Contracts, Part One
After the council votes for you to be their person, the next order of business is to negotiate an employment agreement...What are the most important things to consider? …
The Public Value of Science Policy
Science policy cannot be confined to a single characterization. It is a multipurpose intervention for identifying and solving complex, tame and wicked problems.…
Wellness: Moving Beyond COVID
The constant barrage of new and updated information, the inconsistency of information disseminated state by state and the overall division among Americans as a whole, has left thousands in a…
Pandemic, Coordination and Leadership
Truly effective governance, especially in times of crisis, requires positive synergy, which can only be produced through greater coordination, leadership and competency.…
Ukraine: Winning the Peace
“Winning the peace” is the crucial long-term goal...Perhaps this time focusing on what the “peace” will be, can be considered up front and something positive will come from all of…
Government as an Innovation Catalyst: Three Post-Pandemic Trends
The pandemic forced governments to find better ways to share data between government agencies, industry and academia.…
The Engaged University: Spotlight on QENO
My experience thus far speaks to the power of a university to collaborate with dedicated nonprofit organizations who enhance the quality of life in their communities in areas that government…
Mentoring Our Future
By sharing our experience and knowledge, we can elevate our profession and prepare for a more successful future for our communities, strengthening the relationship between our constituents and building public…
Grappling with Critical Race Theory: An Unfortunate Part of “Our Journey”
We must be the light that motivates and inspires future generations to reject the notion of dominant groups, cultures and even thought. …
The Biden Administration’s Management Approach to the Federal Budget: First Impressions
Undoubtedly, there will be many analyses of the President’s proposed budget and speculation about whether it will be approved by Congress in time for the start of the new fiscal…
Adding Value to Public Administration: The Residency of Public Service
When public management becomes a search for better and shorter how-to lists, the essence of service becomes lost or forgotten. For citizens, public administration must be a daily connection and…
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