Survey topics covered include adopting and evaluating private service delivery as well as obstacles in private service delivery.
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It's hard to think years or decades into the future in the immediate aftermath of a catastrophe, but planning now can pay big dividends.
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A number of form-of-government initiatives were included on ballots in May and November 2017. Some are still being decided.
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Sponsoring a Leadership ICMA Capstone is an opportunity to work with early and mid-career professionals who want to advance their career paths in the profession.
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An international coalition of planners, led by the APA and AARP, has launched a conversation on how to best advance planning for all ages.
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The Supreme Court will decide if a police officer arrests someone for a legitimate reason and an unlawful reason whether that person can sue for retaliatory arrest.
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Some political activity may be banned at polling places. What about political apparel? The Supreme Court will decide.
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Local governments should celebrate GIS Day because of both what GIS technology has done for local government and what it will do in the future.