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Feb 28, 2026

Selected items posted on the Internet during the week ending February 27, 2026

Why Every Government City Manager Needs Better Meeting Documentation Poor documentation erodes trust and slows government action; modern tools help preserve institutional memory. READ NOW 

Building and Evaluating an RFP for Digital Grants Software This guide gives public sector professionals the clarity they need to craft and evaluate a digital grants software RFP. Learn how to set expectations, streamline responses, and select a solution that fits your mission and your budget. DOWNLOAD

How Develop901 Unified Development Services Across Agencies Hear how Memphis/Shelby County transformed development services to deliver dramatically faster results. Listen now

Facility Renewal: 4 Questions to Ask Before Reinvestment This guide walks leaders through four questions that clarify which buildings to reinvest in, when to act, and how to plan renewal work with fewer surprises. DOWNLOAD

Capital Planning in the Public Sector: Constraints, Community and Counter-measures This guide examines how state and local governments approach capital planning when budgets are constrained and infrastructure needs continue to grow. DOWNLOAD

Simplifying Service Delivery for All: How to Implement Self-Service Tools in Government This publication explores how self-service solutions can transform interactions with government, making services more accessible while reducing administrative burden behind the scenes. DOWNLOAD



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