Cloud Computing in Government (November 18)
A new report from the IBM Center for the Business of Government, "Moving to the Cloud: An Introduction to Cloud Computing in Government,” examines the entry of the cloud computing phenomena into the government and inventories a number of applications where cloud computing has been implemented.

15 Cities for People Who Hate Driving and Long Commutes (November 18)
Where to go if you don't want to spend a lot of time behind the wheel. More from US News and World Report.

When Bad Things Happen to Good Plans (November 18)
Delays plague even the best public-private partnerships. More from Planning.

More on Gen Y in Government (November 18)
Three officials shared a few more comments on how to attract and integrate young leaders into government. More from Governing.

Worst is Yet to Come for County Budgets, Survey Says (November 18)
The nation's counties, small and large, are still struggling to cope with declining revenues as a result of the recession, according to a new survey by the National Association of Counties (NACo). More from American City & County.

The Ticking Fiscal Clock (November 18)
In this state and local fiscal mess, realism may be the only option. More from Governing.

17 Low-Cost Talent Development Strategies for Local Governments (November 18)
Local government must invest in physical and human capital so they can survive and thrive as times improve. More from ICMA.

In Defense of Jaywalking (November 18)
Banning the practice won't make pedestrians safer. More from Slate.

Local Governments to Face Large-Scale Cuts (November 18)
Despite reports that the economy is recovering from the recession, there will likely be large-scale city government layoffs, deep cuts to local government services and halted or delayed capital projects in the next year or two. More from Brookings.

Tactical Financial Management: Cash Flow and Budgetary Variance Analysis (November 18)
In the current environment, public officials can’t wait until the end of the year to get an accurate picture of financial position. More from Government Finance Review.

Private Pay, Public Pensions and Some Real Math (November 12)
Let's replace ideology with compensation analytics. More from Governing.

Homelessness in America: Finally, Glimmers of Light (November 12)
If we want to tackle health care reform–if we want to lower costs–we must tackle homelessness. More from Citiwire.

Smart City - Must Shrinking Cities Grow? (November 12)
This week's Smart City features discussions with Harvard economist Ed Glaeser about shrinking cities, and with urban design critic Randy Gragg about interactive art and urban design projects.

County Health Departments Plan ahead for H1N1 Epidemic (November 12)
President Obama’s declaration of H1N1 flu as a national emergency on Oct. 23 came at a time when many counties were already ramping up efforts to combat the disease locally. More from NACo's County News.

Volunteerism Sparks Municipal Innovation and Recovery (November 12)
Many cities are tapping into a reservoir of human capital — volunteers — to continue delivering services and driving economic recovery. More from Nation's Cities Weekly.

Is the Stimulus Working? (November 12)
A new International City/County Management (ICMA) white paper shows how common data from local governments can help determine the effects of stimulus funding and demonstrate the value of local governments. More from ICMA.

Swift and Certain (November 12)
A bold criminal-justice experiment has worked in Hawaii. Maybe it's time for other places to try it. More from Governing.

Top Digital Cities Announced for 2009 (November 12)
These city governments are using digital technologies to better serve their citizens and streamline operations. More from Government Technology.

Performance Auditing: Beyond 'Gotcha!' (November 12)
Washington State's new approach to performance audits is generating mixed reviews. More from Governing.

The Profound Puzzles of Effective Management (November 12)
Sudoku and the Sunday crossword can teach us a lot about leadership. More from Governing.

More on Your Levy, Making a Finding of Substantial Need, and Banking Capacity (November 09)
Due to popular demand, we are providing more information on your levy, making a finding of substantial need, and banking capacity. More

Tracking Ballots via E-mails and Texts (November 04)
In Denver, voters can receive updates on where their mail-in ballots are via e-mail or text. More from Governing's Idea Center.

The Re-charge of Electric Vehicles (November 04)
Heavy doses of federal funding and incentives are reviving the once dim prospects for all-electric vehicles. More from American City & County.

A Housing Recovery with a Solid Foundation (November 04)
Even if policy supports are ended, home affordability and shrinking inventory point to a sector on the mend. But don't expect recent price increases to continue apace. More from Business Week.

Flu Fighters (November 04)
Underfunded and understaffed health departments are leading a valiant effort to contain the H1N1 virus. More from American City & County.

Reaction Housing (November 04)
In the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina, it became obvious that America was frustratingly ill-prepared to house people displaced by a natural disaster. More from Good.

America's Safest Cities (November 04)
These metros have the lowest rates of violent crime, workplace deaths, fatal crashes and natural disasters. More from Forbes.

Making Sense from Information Overload (November 04)
Governments need to apply the science of analytics to the vast amount of data they collect. More from Governing.

Charter Reform: Ways to Think About It (November 04)
When a community is considering the form of government it wants to adopt, it would do well to start by identifying the problems it is trying to fix and articulating goals. More from Public Management.

Web Sightings – Tree Conservation (November 04)
This month we’ve selected Web sites on tree conservation and urban forestry, including general information and some Washington city and county sites:

General Information

• Tree Conservation, Management, and Protection - MRSC Web page
• Urban Forestry - MRSC Web page
• Community and Urban Forestry Program - Washington State Department of Natural Resources
• Tree Link - Community forest resource sponsored by the USDA Forest Service
• Urban Forest Ecosystems Institute - Addresses the need for improved management of urban forests. UFEI provides a center for applied research and technology transfer
• Tree City USA - Arbor Day Foundation, National recognition for greener communities. 73 Washington cities have been designated tree cities
• Tree Benefits - Arbor Day Foundation
• Why Conserve Trees - Scenic America, Includes strategies for tree conservation and model ordinance

Local Governments in Washington State

• Olympia Urban Forestry Resources
• Seattle reLeaf – Keep the Emerald City Green
• Snoqualmie Urban Forestry Program
• Tacoma Urban Forestry - EverGreen Tacoma
• Urban Forestry - Vancouver-Clark County Parks and Recreation
• Woodinville Tree Care & Preservation

Seattle's Opportunity Emerging from the Great Recession (November 04)
To maximize Seattle's strengths as an innovative, progressive city, renewed civic collaboration and shrewd government intervention, on the small and large scale, will be necessary. More from Brookings.