Six federal blogs worth the trip
Fast Lane, U.S. Secretary of Transportation Ray LaHood’s blog, made Federal Computer Week’s list of six federal blogs worth a visit. Original post
LA Metro announces developer challenge
LA Metro (CA) is looking for mobile applications and web mash-ups that will enhance the rider experience. Original post
Kasich supports more cuts to municipal transportation projects
Ohio may cut even more funding allocated for major transportation projects. According to new reports that emerged late yesterday, Ohio Governor John Kasich is likely to nix a large streetcar project in Cincinnati. A piece in the Cincinnati Enquirer indicates that Mayor Mark Mallory was told by the Governor that he intends to cancel fundingRead… Read more »
FREE listening online webinar
Following up on my post about the importance of listening to what people are saying about you and your organisation online, we’re delighted to be running a free webinar on the subject along with our friends at RepKnight. It’s taking place on Wednesday 16th March between 10:30am and 11:30am. The webinar will include some generalRead… Read more »
Preparing a Poster for an Academic Conference
I have been a regular contributor to EDUCAUSE online discussions on higher education. I have reviewed some papers for their conferences but never been to one, as they are mostly in the USA.. CCA-EDUCAUSE Australasia 2011 is on 3 to 6 April 2011 in Sydney, so I thought I would go along. It is notRead… Read more »
Challenges for Wiki-Based Consultations
This week saw an unexpected focus on wiki-based dialogue and deliberation. To round out the series, here’s a list of shortcomings or challenges I observed back in 2007/2008 when I was reviewing the examples listed yesterday. With regard to Politicopia (January 2007): One challenge I see with a pure wiki approach in this context isRead… Read more »
Networking is Fun…Here’s Why (Guest: Brendan Cruickshank)
It’s a small world. That’s what I find myself thinking almost every day. I constantly meet people who I am very glad to know even when I am just sitting on an airplane. I also make a habit to hand out business cards to most of the people I meet. Am I job hunting? No,Read… Read more »
Government Data, Collaboration, and Social Entrepreneurship at SXSW Interactive
This weekend, I have the extreme pleasure of moderating two sessions at SXSW Interactive: a Future 15 session on government and technology on Saturday starting at 11:00 a.m. AND a panel on Data-Driven Government on Sunday at 9:30 a.m. The latter panel features Aneesh Chopra, the first Federal Chief Technology Officer of the United States,Read… Read more »
So Long, Farewell…
Today, I bid my goodbye to the Washington State Attorney General’s Office. It has been a short yet successful run, and I am extremely grateful for these past three months. Original post
CP week tip of the day: Find the cheapest gas
Spokane drivers may not feel like they’re getting much of a bargain on gas these days – but the $3.35/gallon they’re paying on average makes them one of the cities with the lowest prices in the nation. Here are some resources to help you find the lowest prices in your community. Original post