Climate’s Middle Managers: The Rise of the Adaptation Officer

Everyone funds the Net Zero narrative, but adaptation officers are quietly sandbagging the future against climate threats. Literally.

From Siloed Programs to Federated Governance: Interagency Models for Smart City Security

There’s an urgent need for federated governance frameworks to secure smart cities and interconnected infrastructure. Here are some best practices.

Digital Twin Cities: How Local Governments Are Using Simulations to Shape Smarter Communities

Local governments are leveraging digital twin technology to build smarter, more resilient communities to transform how they plan, manage, and invest in public services.

Rebuilding Rural America

“How Ya Gonna Keep ’em Down on the Farm (After They’ve Seen Paree?)” It’s a question people have been asking for just over a hundred years. This was a popular song after WWI and would be a common theme for many years. Many early movies had a lead character running off to the big cityRead… Read more »

Public Health Fallout

Recent HHS cuts will likely significantly impact public health at the state and local levels. Here are some key areas of concern.

Rethinking Public-Sector Skills-Based Hiring in the Age of GenAI

Generative AI (GenAI) isn’t just another workplace tool — it’s a fundamental shift in how work gets done. State and local hiring practices must adapt by taking a strategic approach to skills-based recruitment.

Attitude Is Everything

It’s often difficult to overcome obstacles and find potential advantages in challenging circumstances. Here is a real-world example of finding a solution without feeling overwhelmed by the problem.