Governance & Finance: Page 123

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    States pass laws to limit eminent domain

    Locals fight to retain power for redevelopment.

    By Meredith Preston • April 1, 2006
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    Preventing Protests

    By Jack Zeigler, C.P.M. Policy and Protest Manager, State of Washington This article is the first in a series of three on the topic of protest management

    March 1, 2006
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    The Three Ps of Procurement

    By Michael A. Hordell and Sean P. Bamford Every procurement, whether large or small, begins with a planning phase.

    March 1, 2006
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    Marine Undershirts Get An Upgrade

    With temperatures reaching upwards of 110 degrees Fahrenheit in Iraq during the summer months, the Marines serving there do everything they can to prevent dehydration and heat exhaustion.

    Jan. 5, 2006
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    Daytime Populations on the Rise

    If it seems a little crowded on weekdays in cities like Washington, D.C.; Irvine, CA; Salt Lake City, UT; or Orlando, FL; its not your imagination.

    Oct. 24, 2005
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    Former Bowling Green, Ky Chief Financial Officer Pleads Guilty To Embezzling Millions From City

    DAVIS A. COOPER, age 49, of Bowling Green, Kentucky, in Warren County, pled guilty to embezzling over $2.5 million from the City of Bowling Green between

    Oct. 17, 2005
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    Case To Supply 500 Backhoe Loaders To Army

    A five-year contract valued at more than $50 million has been awarded by the United States Army to Case Construction Equipment, a brand of CNH, for 500

    Aug. 8, 2005
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    TEARING DOWN THE STOVEPIPES

    In order to secure local communities and the nation, the public's protectors must be able to collect, organize, evaluate and disseminate information effectively.

    By Neil Kurlander • May 1, 2005
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    Unfunded mandates drain local coffers

    Loopholes in legislation are financial floodgates.

    By Sibley Fleming • May 1, 2005
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    What Performance-Based Contracting Really Means for Procurement Goals

    As performance-based contracting grows and evolves, the benefits of private-sector experience and best practices provide solutions to government entities on all levels.

    By Dennis B. Boykin IV • April 18, 2005
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    Strategic Sourcing: A Recipe for Strategic Excellence

    For much of the 20th century, the process of acquiring goods and services was considered as somewhat of a nuisance.

    March 10, 2005
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    Harnessing Procurement Transformation

    By David P. Gragan Procurement transformation involves taking a current, cumbersome process and implementing changes to complement a government entitys vision and sense of public duty.

    Feb. 24, 2005
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    What Makes a Successful Governor?

    Two new governors were elected in Virginia and New Jersey, and each is now meeting with his transition team to plot how to turn campaign promises into action.

    Feb. 5, 2005
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    Public art displays carry legal risks

    Several laws apply to city-sponsored art exhibits.

    By Terence R. Boga • Jan. 31, 2005
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    Achievement of Excellence In Procurement-2

    Achievement of Excellence In Procurement How does your procurement organization compare with others? To applaud best practices, the National Purchasing.

    Dec. 26, 2004
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    Old post offices aid revitalization efforts

    USPS considers alternative uses for buildings.

    By Joe Kilsheimer • Oct. 31, 2004
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    When Choosing a Value-Added Reseller, Weigh All the Options

    Selling to the government at any level is big business. Every year, billions of taxpayer dollars are spent on a variety of goods and services.

    Oct. 28, 2004
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    Legal pet limits: how many are enough?

    Local governments set limits to control density.

    By Ellen Howle • Oct. 1, 2004
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    Small towns, big ideas

    When it comes to paying for costly government services, a little creativity goes a long way.

    By Joel Groover • Sept. 30, 2004
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    3.3 Million Commuters Travel 100 Miles Or More To Work

    About 3.3 million Americans travel 50 miles or more one way to get to work — and they commute these distances 329 million times a year, according to National Household Travel Survey (NHTS) findings released by the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS).

    July 6, 2004
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    Eco-Labels: Making Environmental Purchasing Easier?

    Editor's note: This article was originally published in American City & County, which has merged with Smart Cities Dive to bring you expanded coverage of city innovation and local government. For the latest in smart city news, explore Smart Cities Dive or sign up for our newsletter.Defining E...

    By Scott Case • June 23, 2004
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    International Study Of Lying Shows Different Attitudes Among Cultures

    A 75-nation study shows that Americans think they can get away with lying more than half the time. Protestants are most likely to think they can lie without detection. Catholics slightly less.

    May 17, 2004
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    Bridge Reconstruction Project Triumphs Over Time Constraints

    Editor's note: This article was originally published in American City & County, which has merged with Smart Cities Dive to bring you expanded coverage of city innovation and local government. For the latest in smart city news, explore Smart Cities Dive or sign up for our newsletter.With a pop...

    By Sandra Wimmer • Feb. 12, 2004
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    2004 Crown Communities

    American City & County's annual awards honoring excellence in local government.

    By Joel Groover, Conni Kunzler • Jan. 31, 2004
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    The Nazareth Syndrome

    The "Nazareth" Syndrome Consultants Are Not a Threat to Your Job or Reputation Remember what you had to do to get your job?

    Oct. 29, 2003