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The great Salt Lake City tax tradeoff
June 17, 2024 | News, FinanceIn a few weeks, the city council will be voting on a 0.5% sales tax to support economic development downtown. But it’s not the money that is drawing all the attention, it’s what the city is giving up.
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Burnout among government workers is decreasing but still high, according to new pulse survey data
| Workforce, NewsNearly half of government workers experiencing burnout said the main cause is their workload, followed by staff shortages and managing personal and professional life, both at 44%.
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Communities step up their resilience and climate planning
| News, InfrastructureCOMMENTARY | A county in Florida is leveraging federal funding to reduce carbon emissions, improve energy efficiency in public buildings and invest in renewable energy infrastructure.
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3D visualization predicts hurricane damage before it happens
| News, Emerging TechBy applying this technology to coastal communities or community buildings, such as schools and stores, researchers can help residents and officials create a plan for hurricane season.
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Why the fight over abortion pills isn’t over yet
June 14, 2024 | News, ManagementThe Supreme Court dismissed a challenge from anti-abortion groups attempting to restrict access to mifepristone, but conservative states are acting on their own to block access to the increasingly popular medicine.
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It’s time to take a serious look at esports gaming
| Emerging Tech, NewsThe growing popularity of competitive video games is creating opportunities for governments at all levels. It builds skills, fosters community at local rec centers and schools and even boosts tourism.
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No shortcuts: Only well-managed AI will deliver on its promise
| News, Digital GovernmentCOMMENTARY | Artificial intelligence opens new opportunities for policymaking and service delivery, but success still depends on understanding residents’ needs and on the thoughtful handling of their data.
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How local government fraud has—and hasn’t—changed since the pandemic
| News, FinanceWe spoke to a leading state auditor about how remote work and artificial intelligence are ushering in new kinds of fraud in state and local governments.
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Indiana weighs hospital monopoly as officials elsewhere scrutinize similar deals
| News, ManagementSome states are enacting laws that require merged hospitals to agree to conditions imposed by regulators, but the Federal Trade Commission says those agreements increase prices and diminish care.
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After Amtrak’s ‘best revenue month ever,’ House GOP focuses on railroad’s bonuses
June 13, 2024 | News, InfrastructureCongressional Republicans called for more information about executive compensation and more board transparency for the passenger rail company, citing ridership drops after the pandemic.