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Access to public records is ‘deteriorating terribly’
October 31, 2023 | News, ManagementIn a time when trust in state and local government is under siege, public access to information is particularly vital.
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The cyber workforce gap is growing
| News, WorkforceDespite a significant increase in the number of people entering the cyber field in 2023, demand is still far outpacing that supply.
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Counties use high school students as poll workers to shore up staff
| News, WorkforceAging poll workers leaves some Indiana communities short-staffed during election time. A statewide program helps fill those workforce gaps by recruiting high school students to help with administrative tasks during elections.
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Cities ask the EPA to help them curb methane emissions from landfills
| News, InfrastructureDespite local efforts, millions of tons of the powerful greenhouse gas, mostly from thrown-out food, are being released into the atmosphere. In a letter, cities have asked the EPA for grants, trainings and stronger regulations.
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Why some schools are halting Halloween celebrations
October 30, 2023 | Management, NewsConcerns that some students may feel excluded from Halloween celebrations has prompted some districts to move celebrations outside of school hours.
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States’ lawsuits pile up against social media companies
| News, Digital GovernmentA multistate coalition filed suit against Facebook parent Meta, accusing it of damaging young people’s mental health and illegally harvesting their data. It is the latest in a long line of actions taken against social media platforms to reckon with… Read More »
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After hottest summer on record, local governments are underreporting heat deaths
| News, ManagementBexar County’s medical examiner blames lack of data for the decision not to list heat as a cause on any summer deaths.
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Western states look to these lands for new affordable housing
| News, ManagementState-owned trust lands were created to support schools and other community benefits.
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Interest rates are rising, but states aren’t worried yet. Here’s why.
October 28, 2023 | News, FinanceState and local governments generally use bonds to finance major infrastructure projects. But higher rates won’t bust budgets just yet. Plus, more news to use from around the country in this week's State and Local Roundup.
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4 questions to ask before sharing constituent data
October 27, 2023 | News, Digital GovernmentAs more Americans grow concerned about how their personal data is being used and shared, a new report offers state and local agencies tips on how to handle it responsibly in order to avoid further eroding trust.