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Consider three key factors as you manage this critical priority [PM Magazine, August 2019]
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Three elements, combined with passion and wisdom, are critical to a workplace where employees willingly exert discretionary effort to help the organization succeed.
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In a Bizarre Crisis, Emergency Planning Saves the Day [PM Magazine, August 2019]
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Do your homework, develop consensus, and stay current on state legislative developments [PM Magazine, August 2019]
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What every community can learn from an independent public safety analysis [PM Magazine, August 2019]
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Why Accountability Matters [PM Magazine, August 2019]
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Has your state voted to legalize cannabis for medical or recreational use? Here is a checklist to help communities develop their own policies. [PM Magazine, August 2019]
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North Carolina Shows How Local Government Staff Can Play a Pivotal Role
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The July 2019 issue of LGR: Local Government Review is filled with key research findings and expert insights on local government issues and trends.