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Most local governments have suffered an unfortunate side effect of the pandemic – namely, a loss of tax revenue from less spending at local businesses, fewer guests at hotels, and
Most local governments have suffered an unfortunate side effect of the pandemic – namely, a loss of tax revenue from less spending at local businesses, fewer guests at hotels, and
While the calendar has turned to a new year, one thing that has continued is uncertainty around the pandemic. That’s not to say there isn’t light at the end of
It’s safe to say the pandemic made 2020 a uniquely challenging year for local governments and their citizens alike. After closely working with local governments over the past year to
With a new year rapidly approaching, now is an opportune moment to re-examine your communications strategy to ensure that it not only best matches your constituent needs, but also your
The global pandemic means that your community engagement is not only more imperative than ever, but also harder to get right. One thing that has become evident is that web
COVID-19 changed everything for local governments, from an immediate need to implement effective crisis management and communications to the ongoing impact of addressing reduced tax revenue and a consequently shrinking
Like many local governments, Covid-19 required the City of South Fulton to shift their communication and community engagement strategy to better meet the needs of their residents during a public
When it’s harder than ever to meet in person, local governments can often find it difficult to take the pulse of their populace with the ease they once did. Interacting
When the new normal is change, local governments need a better way of communicating with their constituents than just a web site. But what approach is best? Civic engagement now
It’s estimated that in the 2016 United States election only 57.9% of eligible voters actually cast a ballot. In the 2018 midterms, which historically have lower turnout than during Presidential
Even in the best of times, communication between government and citizens can be complicated. But in times of crisis, it can be a matter of life and death. Traffic for
For governments that want to communicate with their constituents, newsletters are no longer an effective solution. Unfortunately, newsletters have fallen victim to overuse, where too easy to send has become
Prioritizing budgets (especially taxpayer funded ones) is never easy. One area governments of all kinds should look to when deciding where they can get the most for their money is
Improve your census participation with It’sMyTown, the official mobile app for local governments The US Government has been conducting a population census every ten years since the constitution was ratified,
Prior to investing taxpayer money to upgrade your website to comply with ADA requirements, you might want to read this first! Prioritizing accessibility for people with disabilities is absolutely essential.