Why is a detailed capital improvement plan essential?

Why is a detailed capital improvement plan essential?

While there are an unprecedented number of state and federal grant opportunities available today, they come with a myriad of requirements, and an expectation that communities have identified their priorities and those are shovel ready. The question is, how do you get...
How To Best Be Shovel Ready

How To Best Be Shovel Ready

Are your priority projects shovel ready? The phrase “Shovel Ready” has begun to circulate municipal buildings and city halls once again, as yet another phase of unprecedented federal grants makes its way to the municipal level. Shovel ready looms over any department...
What Well-Rounded Outreach Looks Like  

What Well-Rounded Outreach Looks Like  

Public outreach is an essential pillar of any project, no matter the department or field, as clear and effective communication will determine how successful the project is, and the public’s perception of future endeavors. Anything that can affect the flow of daily...
What New Municipal Employees Miss…

What New Municipal Employees Miss…

Working in government is more interesting, challenging and groundbreaking than many people realize. You can do work similar what you might do in the private sector, only on a grander scale and with greater impact. With high retirement rates among municipal employees,...