Though helpful when trying to discern clarity amid obscurity, mindfulness is often neglected. Simply defined, mindfulness is the practice of being decisively aware. Thus, in application, before choosing how to respond, mindful officials will pause and deliberately ponder what the … Continue reading →
Discernment is a decision-making tool often neglected but essential for local government (LG) officials when navigating the challenging world of information exchange with the public. Defined by Merriam-Webster as “the quality of being able to grasp and comprehend what is … Continue reading →
Social media is a widely used platform among residents all over the country. Increasingly, businesses and nonprofits are adding to the list of big names who have a social media presence, and municipalities are no exception. Fire departments and police … Continue reading →
Media for the Masses Cities and towns stand to make strides in the effectiveness of their emergency management, public safety measures and public relations by embracing social media. Although social media can be intrusive—when you’re trying to carry on a … Continue reading →
As social media continues to be more prevalent in society, municipalities are finding new ways to utilize it to engage with the public. Most people are familiar with Facebook, Twitter and Instagram but Next Door is a social media … Continue reading →
Governments are well-intentioned when it comes to social programs, but oftentimes they focus on the amount rather than the quality of services provided. Funding for prevention is especially susceptible to cuts, making it difficult to consistently fund the programs, let … Continue reading →
Information provided by Sesco group. Sesco Group was founded in 1996 and has established a reputation for excellence in providing environmental consulting and brownfield redevelopment services. Sesco’s approach allows businesses and municipalities to focus on their core operations while Sesco … Continue reading →
While there was no particular occurrence that made the city of Folsom, Calif., begin to consider alternative drinking water supplies, its complete reliance on Folsom Reservoir encouraged consideration of other sources for the future. The Folsom Water Vision plan will … Continue reading →
When it comes to preparing for, responding to and recovering from a natural or man-made disaster, the city of Hawthorne, Calif., is ready to swing into action thanks to a comprehensive emergency preparedness program. “The most common emergency that the … Continue reading →
Strolling by any firehouse on an average weekday, firefighters working on vehicles, conducting routine maintenance on equipment and preparing for the next call can be seen. Firefighters, by necessity, occupy the time between calls of service with routine chores, planning … Continue reading →
Entering the firefighting and paramedic field can be challenging due to the extensive time, training and costs involved. These barriers often deter people from pursuing this career path, leaving communities with a shortage of these crucial individuals. To address their … Continue reading →
