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The positive aspect of collaboration initiative is when two or more people or groups come together to work and collaborate to accomplish a mutual goal. The foundation will be awarding a grant to an agency that unifies the city and brings awareness to the drug and gun violence our youth are currently facing. There are many positive aspects to collaboration by creating an opportunity for concerned citizens to come together and combined their collective ideas and knowledge about what would work in their

Michael Bloomberg innovations and wealth during three terms of Mayor did it help set the bar too high? During Mayor Michael Bloomberg three terms he focused on the public school education, healthcare, carbon footprint, technology, housing improvement and crime during one of the toughest time in New York City. He may be more acknowledged for his third term salary as Mayor of New York City was a $1 per year. During his tenure as mayor, from 2002 through 2013, Bloomberg brought his innovation-driven

Question 1: Why are you interested in this position? From what I have learned city governments provide some of the most challenging, dynamic, learning-centric environments where opportunities to make a difference abound through numerous opportunities. Often from what I have seen the staff is smaller, and so is the budget and other resources and yet the issues that arise didn’t shrink as well, so creative and quick solutions are more frequently needed. I want to start building experience working

George Lahanas is the city manager for East Lansing Michigan. The City Manager is the chief administrative officer for the city their representing. Major priorities of a city manager include oversight of annual budget, financial planning, supervision over all City departments coordination and development of programs/services, implements City council priorities/ policy decisions. City manager isn’t an entry level position and a significant management and local government experience is required for

The New York City Council serves as New York City’s legislative body. The Council is separate from the Mayor’s office but work as equal partners in how New York City is run. The Council is made up of 51 members representing over 250 neighborhoods throughout the 5 boroughs. The Council’s main responsibilities include but are not limited to creating legislation, negotiating the City’s budget and monitoring city agencies; most notable are the Department of Education (DOE), New York Police Department

The Greenville Youth Council met Monday night, to discuss different spring community service events, but the the members seemed to be more focused the biggest events in high school prom, college acceptance letters, and graduation. Advised by Community Relations Officer, Cassandra Daniels, the meeting opened each member introducing themselves. Each introduction required them to state their name, high school they attend, and a new fun fact no one knows about them. “I enjoy singing and dancing in my

Utilities and Municipal Government in Penticton The municipal government of Penticton has worked hard to make it one of the most livable cities in the Okanagan. The broad vision statement and growth plan of Penticton coupled with excellent use of green space and its focus on creating a tourist friendly destination have attracted many new residents to this forward-thinking city. Here is a brief overview of the role the municipal government plays in Penticton and what you can expect if you choose

The Role of the Mayor Introduction to the Issue This essay aims to examine the role of the mayor in regards to the politics of local government in Ontario. The process of the development of public policy has shifted considerably during the last few decades. Due to the advent of globalization and of social media, public sector decision making has expanded to include more stakeholders than ever before. As a result, mayors have come under significant pressures to engage not only political actors in

Zachary Rice has been engaged in the legislative and public policy process for more than 15 years through numerous opportunities. A native of Indiana, Mr. Rice has held various roles with the Indiana Secretary of State, the Indiana Auditor of State, the Indiana Senate, and the United States House of Representatives prior to becoming the head of government affairs and regulatory compliance for the largest national trade association representing the contact center industry. Before returning to Indiana

I believe it is necessary for me to introduce myself prior to the city council meeting, I am Councilor Hailey Carman; I’m an african american woman with two children (ages 6 and 9). Being a minority, I know the struggles that many of Camelot’s citizens face and go through on a daily basis, which is why I strongly advocate for increased employment and support for minorities in the community. While I have recently moved out of the city, due to a nasty divorce, I am very concerned about the urban sprawl