Community Engagement
Community Engagement is essential for local and state government agencies aiming to build trust, encourage public participation, and ensure that policies reflect residents’ needs and concerns. Governments can foster stronger connections with their communities through outreach programs, public forums, and collaborative decision-making. This directory offers articles on community engagement and related topics like Community Development, which focuses on improving the overall well-being and sustainability of communities through targeted initiatives.
Grants, up to $25,000, will support community relief, community outreach, training, specialized equipment and vegetation mitigation and fuels reduction
Interim Chief Mark Kreamer is now officially leading Cheshire EMS, focusing on training, first responder partnerships and managing rising costs as federal funding phases out
Officials cite ShotSpotter, Flock cameras, and intervention programs as major factors in Macon’s ongoing efforts to reduce violent crime
The projected $2.5 billion raised over the next decade will be devoted to services including rent assistance, case management and outreach, job training, and mental health and substance abuse treatment
Even though several GOP-led states have implemented similar measures, the president lashed out at two Democratic states via Twitter
The rule authorizes county election workers to open and scan absentee ballots in advance, but those votes can’t be counted until polls close at 7 p.m. on June 9
Open government initiatives stagnate under COVID-19 response
While each state’s reopening schedule and requirements may vary, there are best practices for local governments to follow when reopening after COVID-19 stay-at-home restrictions lift
The federal Election Assistance Commission offers 7 key to-do items for local governments and election commissions
Citing virus concerns, Gov. Gavin Newsom announced on Friday that every voter in the state would be receiving a November ballot by mail
The City of Elgin, Illinois, is using ArcGIS to help keep citizens informed about local case loads and critical services
Kauai Mayor Derek Kawakami has gone viral for his quirky and informative social media videos during the pandemic
Some governors have suggested they would consider moving to an all-mail voting system for the November general election
At a study session this week, Abilene City Manager Jane Folz explained how city employees are safely returning to work, and how budget shortfalls are being managed
Communications from public safety agencies can be a source of reassurance during this perilous time
“As far as time-outs go, none are more important to our fans than this one.”
Industry association websites, webinars and resources offer training, procedures and advocacy for elected officials and municipal employees
Many people already can, and more people could easily be allowed to, vote before Election Day, or even vote from home
Democratic Gov. Tony Evers has said that if he had the authority to move the election date, he would, citing the unprecedented challenges to fair and safe voting
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