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Local Governments Leading the Way on Digital Accessibility 

As ADA deadlines approach, many local governments are taking the lead on digital accessibility. From community outreach to public-private partnerships, early adopters show how accessible websites and apps can build resident trust, improve engagement, and deliver better digital services for everyone — regardless of ability.

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Fraud Enforcement in Flux: What Public-Sector Leaders Must Know in 2026

As fraud risks accelerate across public programs, recent directives and enforcement actions signal a decisive shift from compliance-driven oversight to executive-level accountability. This article outlines what local, state, and federal leaders must understand about evolving fraud expectations, enforcement priorities, and governance responsibilities — and why fraud resilience is now a leadership discipline. It concludes with… Read more »

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Work Requirements Are Coming. The Paperwork Cliff Doesn’t Have To.

New federal requirements will challenge state benefit systems that rely on paper-based, manual systems to verify week-to-week eligibility. A modern, automated alternative — supported by well-trained employees — offers a scalable, low‑burden alternative.

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Why Are We So Surprised Slow Orgs Move Slowly?

Traditional hierarchy works a lot like speed bumps. It slows teams down no matter how talented or motivated they are. This article breaks down how flattening structure, shortening approval paths, and giving teams full ownership of outcomes removes friction so they can finally move at the speed leaders expect.

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Strategy as a Stabilizer: How Government Leaders Can Lead Through Uncertainty More Successfully

As uncertainty becomes a permanent condition for government leaders, strategy must evolve from a static plan to a stabilizing system that allows for clear decisions, coordinated action, and sustained trust. Agencies can move from reactive crisis response to confident, continuous execution.

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Understanding Gov Performance Management Basics

In our most recent Supervisor Community of Practice virtual networking discussion, we sat down with Patrick S. Malone, Ph.D., Director, Key Executive Leadership Programs, Department of Public Administration and Policy, American University, to discuss how, as a leader, you can polish your performance management skills to better guide your team to meet its goals.

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