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A powerful task force is pushing for better voter education and funding solutions to boost turnout in Connecticut's urban communities—are we ready for change?

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Task force members press for voter education and local funding to boost turnout
Members emphasized voter education, a statewide outreach plan and resources for registrars and clerks as central tools to raise participation, and proposed a 'town map' resource, partnerships and benchmarks to close disparities.
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September 27, 2026 at 5:38 AM
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Communities experience an incident through the information, decisions, and support they receive. Strong incident management puts people at the center.

Feb. 9-11, 2027
Training Academy: Feb. 5-8

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September 22, 2026 at 9:00 PM
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Tangipahoa Parish is taking proactive steps to protect its community from flooding by adopting a new outreach program aligned with national standards!

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Council adopts flood prevention outreach program tied to NFIP community rating
The council adopted Resolution R-26-26 to implement a flood prevention outreach program consistent with National Flood Insurance Program community rating system activity 330; staff (Tracy) was present to answer questions prior to the vote.
citizenportal.ai
September 19, 2026 at 2:54 AM
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Nation's Favorite Public Information Films: Celebrating 60th Anniversary of COI (COI, UK 2006) – Early evening viewing… no idea where I got this… 20 PIFs… xSpirit of Dark and Lonely Water (1973) is still the best: youtu.be/NL2ySZHGFRE?... – elsewhere some dodgy presenters. #70s #PublicInformation
September 18, 2026 at 6:39 PM
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The RSU 52 board is gearing up for a crucial vote on a $500,000 land purchase, and they're inviting the community to get involved before the decision is made.

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Board chair, superintendent ramp up outreach on proposed land purchase
Superintendent Gilles and the board previewed a proposed land purchase and scheduled community outreach, saying detailed concept plans and a public meeting on Sept. 22 will provide history and financial context for the proposal.
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September 10, 2026 at 5:57 AM
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Colorado is gearing up for the 2026 ballot with analyses completed on 15 measures, but hold on—four are still pending certification!

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Legislative Council staff: analyses complete for 15 measures ahead of 2026 Colorado ballot
Ballot analysis manager Julia Jackson said Legislative Council staff has completed analyses for 14 initiated measures and one referred measure for the 2026 statewide ballot, with four measures not yet certified and final totals subject to change.
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September 5, 2026 at 11:11 AM
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Anyone, regardless of citizenship or location, can request public information held by Ukrainian government authorities, including budget data, use of public property, inspection results and certain officials’ pay.
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Ukrainian citizens and foreigners entitled to request government data on budgets and salaries ➜ ZMINA
Ukrainian citizens and foreigners entitled to request government data on budgets and salaries Ukrainian and foreign individuals and legal entities, as well as citizens' associations without legal enti...
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September 4, 2026 at 5:56 PM
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Communities experience an incident through the information, decisions, and support they receive. Strong incident management puts people at the center.

Feb. 9-11, 2027
Training Academy: Feb. 5-8

https://www.ahimta.org/2027-Symposium

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September 4, 2026 at 4:00 PM
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The board's hesitation over costly PR proposals leaves the referendum campaign in the hands of in-house efforts—will this decision impact the community's voice?

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Board declines to hire outside PR firm for referendum after cost concerns
The board reviewed proposals from outside firms for a referendum information campaign but took no motion after members raised concerns about high costs and timing, leaving the district to rely on in‑house efforts for now.
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August 22, 2026 at 1:55 PM
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Keene's city manager is taking action to enhance public information and coordinate with local nonprofits in response to community concerns over recent ICE activities.

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Keene manager pledges follow-up: clearer public info, staff review and coordination with nonprofits
Following public concerns about recent ICE activity, the city manager said she will work with the police chief and city attorney to define what the city can do, improve public information, and coordinate with local nonprofits and the congressional office to help affected families.
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August 21, 2026 at 6:49 PM
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Communities experience an incident through the information, decisions, and support they receive. Strong incident management puts people at the center.

Feb. 9-11, 2027
Training Academy: Feb. 5-8

https://www.ahimta.org/2027-Symposium

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August 21, 2026 at 4:00 PM
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Hagerstown's communications team is overwhelmed by a surge in public information requests, prompting a push for a new position and an AI tool to streamline the process.

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Hagerstown staff seek new communications position to handle rising PIA workload and propose AI tool for records processing
Communications staff proposed a new full-time position to share rising public information-act (PIA) workload and expand video/streaming production; staff also proposed buying a closed-source AI tool (Trulio) to index records and estimate redaction costs to speed responses.
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August 20, 2026 at 12:14 PM
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Wylie's city council just set the stage for a pivotal bond election on Nov. 3, 2026, paving the way for crucial capital projects that could reshape the community!

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Wylie council adopts resolution calling Nov. 3 bond election
Council adopted Resolution No. 2026-13-R to call a bond election for Nov. 3, 2026 and noted a special-called meeting will be needed to canvas results in mid-November. The motion to call the election passed 5-0.
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August 14, 2026 at 11:16 PM
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August 13, 2026 at 10:50 AM
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#Graph 1 show REAL #russian #TerritorialGains a month.
Graph 2 shows the territorial gains #RussianMoD put out publicly !!
See the diffrence ,and this is why #RussiaOfficials or #official #PublicInformation shared with anyone anywhere anymore.
It's like #donkey farts is their doom
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#UkraineWar
August 11, 2026 at 6:45 AM
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Smart City Information Screens

🏙️ Smart cities need smarter communication. Outdoor digital signage delivers public information, alerts, and services directly where communities need them.

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Modern outdoor LCD information kiosk installed in a city public area.
August 6, 2026 at 7:58 PM
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Kane County is stepping up for flood victims with low-interest SBA disaster loans and dedicated outreach centers opening soon—don’t miss out on the chance to recover!

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Kane County declared eligible for SBA disaster loans after July flooding; outreach centers to open in Aurora and Elgin
Following July 4 flooding, the governor signed a declaration making Kane County eligible for SBA small-business disaster loans; county leaders said outreach centers staffed by the U.S. Small Business Administration will open in Aurora and Elgin and the county will publish application information for businesses and homeowners.
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August 6, 2026 at 2:32 AM
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Stoughton’s riverfront is set for a transformation as Phase 1 of the redevelopment plan is approved, promising new trails and a fresh start for the powerhouse!

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Council green-lights Phase 1 of riverfront plan to fill headrace and extend trail; staff urged to publicize timeline
Council approved Phase 1 of a riverfront project to fill the headrace and tailrace, extend the trail under Fourth Street, and perform remediation; staff said DNR approval would let the city take ownership of the powerhouse and pursue future disposition.
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August 2, 2026 at 4:24 AM
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A local resident raises urgent concerns over the Pines of Grass Valley project, warning that it could jeopardize safety during a wildfire evacuation.

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Resident urges evacuation audit and construction pause for Pines of Grass Valley project
A nearby resident said the Pines of Grass Valley development on East Bennett Street could overwhelm narrow evacuation routes and asked the city for a wildfire-evacuation analysis and a temporary stay of construction until safety questions are addressed.
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July 31, 2026 at 7:07 PM
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Residents are rallying for transparency as Springfield Elementary faces potential closure, voicing deep emotional ties and concerns over a costly efficiency study.

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Residents urge more transparency as Springfield Elementary faces possible consolidation
Multiple District 1 residents told the supervisors they want more public information and time before decisions on Springfield Elementary, criticizing a school efficiency study and citing emotional and community concerns.
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July 29, 2026 at 1:16 PM
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Broadcast on behalf of the Central Office of Information.

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July 29, 2026 at 6:35 AM
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The board is torn over whether government agency announcements can find a place in legislators' newsletters—will they open the floodgates or enhance communication?

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Board weighs whether legislators can include government-agency postings in printed newsletters
The board debated whether information published by other government agencies that can be posted on official legislative websites or social media may also be included in mailed newsletters; staff counsel was directed to rewrite a narrow advisory opinion reflecting the group's guidance.
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July 27, 2026 at 10:18 PM
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Communities experience an incident through the information, decisions, and support they receive. Strong incident management puts people at the center.

Feb. 9-11, 2027
Training Academy: Feb. 5-8

https://www.ahimta.org/2027-Symposium

#IMTA2027 #PublicInformation
July 24, 2026 at 9:00 PM
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The Texas Workforce Commission just adopted a groundbreaking AI ethics policy that restricts the use of public AI tools to protect sensitive information—find out how this impacts employees and operations!

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TWC adopts AI ethics policy limiting public AI use and requiring secure agency tools
The Texas Workforce Commission adopted an AI ethics policy aligning with DIR rules and SB1964; staff said public AI use for TWC business is prohibited and secure internal AI tools will be provided.
citizenportal.ai
July 24, 2026 at 3:38 PM
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The Williamson County HR Committee is torn over a proposed $64,000 fund shift to revamp the mayor's office, sparking debates over timing and budget cuts.

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HR committee debates $64,000 appropriation to repurpose mayor's office roles
The Williamson County HR Committee considered a resolution to repurpose vacant mayor's-office positions and appropriate roughly $64,000 from unappropriated general funds to fully fund a public information manager and a senior adviser. Members split over timing and optics; the transcript records a committee vote but the tally and final disposition are ambiguous in the record.
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July 22, 2026 at 4:55 PM