Stop Defaulting to “Just Hire Someone”

Stop Defaulting to “Just Hire Someone”

Every municipal leader knows the moment. A department head leaves. A grant deadline hits. A major project lands on the calendar. And the reflex kicks in: “we need to hire.” It’s the default. It’s familiar. And in today’s environment, it’s often...
Grant Watch Wednesday

Grant Watch Wednesday

Explore this week’s featured grants and upcoming deadlines for municipalities and public agencies. Connecticut Opportunities Up to $15 Million Available for CT Municipalities: VW Diesel Emissions Mitigation Program – Round 4 The Connecticut Department of Energy and...
Astro-Strategic Solutions: Weekly Municipal Horoscope

Astro-Strategic Solutions: Weekly Municipal Horoscope

April 27 – May 3, 2026  Welcome to this week’s Astro-Strategic Solutions — your lighthearted look at municipal life, where cones are multiplying, schedules are shifting, and someone just said, “We’re waiting on one more thing before we start.”  Spring construction...
Astro-Strategic Solutions: Weekly Municipal Horoscope

Astro-Strategic Solutions: Weekly Municipal Horoscope

April 20 – April 24, 2026 Welcome to this week’s Astro-Strategic Solutions — your lighthearted look at municipal life, where calendars are full, agendas are ambitious, and someone just said, “Let’s circle back.”  The energy this week? Collaborative… and heavily...