The last web chat we did was pretty successful, so after a couple of weeks’ break, let’s do another. On 28th June at 11am, we’ll be talking about using the web, and in particular, social media, in crisis communications. Head over to the chat page, and you can sign up for a reminder. Original post
After coming under fire a few months ago for its customer communications — and especially its use of Twitter — Portland’s TriMet (OR) is now asking its followers for feedback. In an online survey, the agency asks riders what they expect from TriMet’s tweets (and what topics, if any, are off limits), how they accessRead… Read more »
I’m very curious about how much members of GovLoop know about Guam – WITHOUT searching online! Recent news has compelled me to write this and post for my fellow GovLoopers to see… please view with an open mind and comment if you like… Right now, our island is fighting to become recognized by the world.Read… Read more »
Two mechanics from the San Mateo County Transit District (CA) are accused of stealing more than $40,000 from Caltrain ticket vending machines. The workers allegedly removed damaged machines for repair, took them apart, removed the cash, and returned them to service. An internal audit, combined with surveillance videos, helped uncover the scheme. Link to fullRead… Read more »
Mobile technology is changing the way people find and use information and services. How does government interact with the public in this anytime, anywhere world? To help answer this question, we’re launching the Making Mobile Gov Project. The idea is to help agencies work together to make a more open, innovative government to meet 21stRead… Read more »
One of the most talked about sessions at last weekend’s LocalGovCamp was about Yammer. (For those who don’t know, Yammer is basically a private version of Twitter with knobs on that works within an organisation.) Tom Phillips, who led the session, wrote it up on the group blog: I have a firm view, echoed byRead… Read more »
Delib share some interesting stats on browser usage of their products. Here you can see that IE6 is used by more than a third of our Citizen Space administrators, but only about a tenth of the total visitors. At the moment, there is clearly a need to continue supporting IE6 for our clients, but itRead… Read more »
Last Thursday, Code for America was proud to partner with GovFresh and change.org bring together the 2011 San Francisco Mayoral candidates for a discussion on open government and innovation. Participating candidates included Michela Alioto-Pier, John Avalos, David Chiu, Bevan Dufty, Tony Hall, Dennis Herrera, Joanna Rees, Phil Ting and Leland Yee and the debate wasRead… Read more »
It’s important to ensure that your inner circle is helping you to become the best you! When was the last time your assessed your inner circle. Check out my latest blog post: The Company You Keep to see how you can evaluate your inner circle with asking yourself only four key questions. Always Learning…
WASHINGTON – Hundreds of Missourians rallied today in front of Sen. Claire McCaskill’s (D-MO) office urging her to stand up for federal workers and to protect Medicare, Medicaid and Social Security as Congress works to balance the budget. During the rally, Senator McCaskill met with representatives from the American Federation of Government Employees, Missouri JobsRead… Read more »