COMMUNITY & LOCAL GOV NEWS
JULY 21, 2020

Emerging from the Pandemic: Fostering Wellness and Connection
Sheltering-in-place brought many new sources of stress, but returning to the office will bring new stressors too. Leaders need to hone their listening skills and respond to fears from an uncertain workforce and public. READ MORE

NAVIGATING THE NEXT NORMAL
Resource Guide for State and Local IT Leaders During the COVID-19 Recovery and Beyond
The Center for Digital Government is developing this resource guide in collaboration with state and local IT leaders who participate in our Digital States Performance Institute and Digital Communities initiatives. Our intent is to provide insights and practical advice to IT leaders throughout the nation as they navigate the complex terrain of recovery.
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Streetlights Still Easiest Route to a Smart City, Experts Say
Smart city project deployments are anticipated to pull back 25 percent from earlier estimates as COVID-19's stretches the limits of city budgets. Choosing the right projects will be essential for the best return, experts say. READ MORE

Using AI to Assist Those Experiencing Homelessness in Austin
A partnership between the University of Texas at Austin and the city looks at how AI can identify residents at risk of experiencing homelessness, as well as helping those currently in need find access to services. READ MORE

What's New in Civic Tech: California Creates Grants Portal
Plus, the Census 2020 Hard to Count Map adds a set of new features; Pew experts compile resources for federal efforts to close the digital divide; and a national civic volunteer award spotlights community heroes. READ MORE

GOV EXPERIENCE AWARDS
Call for Nominations: Government Experience Awards 2020
The Center for Digital Government invites all U.S. state and local governments to participate in the Government Experience Awards. Get recognized for your improved experience of government, including your COVID-19 efforts!
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San Jose, Calif., Eyes Out-of-the-Box Transit Options

How Your Local Election Clerk Is Fighting Global Disinformation

Alabama County Offices Work to Reopen After Cyberattack

Federal Grant to Expand Telehealth in South Carolina

Teachers Worry About Equity as Schools Weigh Hybrid Ed

Pittsburgh Port Authority to Add Six Electric Buses to Fleet

As New Jersey Courts Adapt to COVID-19, Attorneys Voice Concerns

Virginia Schools Look to Purchase 1,300 Laptops for District

Wisconsin Teachers Union Demands Virtual Start to Year

Louisiana Schools to Embrace Hybrid Education in August

A Robot Is Helping to Kill COVID-19 in Michigan Airport

Wisconsin College Plans to Hold Majority of Classes Online

Idaho County Vies for Federal Internet Support Grant

EDITOR'S CHOICE

Public IT Leaders Innovate as Digital Services Take Center Stage

Kansas City, Mo.’s First Ever CDO Leaves for Job in Texas

New Data: Police Spending Has Been Rising for Years

INDUSTRY RESOURCES

Paper: Data Innovators in Government

Paper: The Procurement Official's Guide to the Cloud

Paper: Building a Platform for Smarter Government

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