Principals: Katherine Barrett and Richard Greene. A husband and wife team who research, write about, and analyze state and local governments. https://xitter.cf/t.co/CZb6zqi9G3

New York City
Joined January 2010
Want to know how to develop leaders in American cities? A new article by @GreeneBarrett, supported by @GFOA explains how! @ICMA @leagueofcities @smartcitiesdive @ChrisGFOA
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Want to know how to develop leaders in American cities? A new article by @GreeneBarrett, supported by @GFOA explains how! @ICMA @leagueofcities @smartcitiesdive @ChrisGFOA @officialPSHRA @BloombergCities Click here: greenebarrett.com/government…
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Small towns, cities and counties have difficulty with large procurements. What to do? Answers forthcoming in a webinar on September 24 at 2:00 ET, by @CivicMarketPL and @GreeneBarrett Register: us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regi… @RonHolifield @MarchetaG1 @txcmaorg @ASPANational
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A new "Conversation With. . ." Rudy de Leon Dinglas, Chief of Staff, Bloomberg Center for Government Excellence at Johns Hopkins University for @govfinanceUIC @govex_jhu @iamRudes @uicppma gfrc.uic.edu/a-conversation-…
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“S&P Global Ratings lowered its long-term rating on Los Angeles' general obligation (GO) bonds to 'AA-' from 'AA' and lowered its rating on the Municipal Improvement Corp. of Los Angeles' (MICLA) lease revenue bonds to 'A+' from 'AA-'.” disclosure.spglobal.com/rati…
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We’ve complained for years that counties don’t get enough attention. But get this: Microsoft Word autocorrects the word “county” into “country”!
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🚀 In the vibrant city of Princeton, TX, the population surged from 17,000 to over 28,000 in just 3 years! Yet, City Manager Michael Mashburn faces a challenge: a finance team of just 4, where everyone wears multiple hats. This staffing crisis isn’t unique. Five years post-pandemic, municipalities everywhere are struggling. As @MarchetaG1 O reminds us, “Things never seemed to settle back into place.” The core issue? Retention, not recruitment. As Brian Funderburk, former City Manager, puts it, “Procurement professionals used to stay for decades, but that’s not the case anymore.” So, how are cities tackling this challenge? 🤔 Big questions, bigger solutions! A shoutout to @GreeneBarrett for shedding light on both the problem AND the solution! 📖 Read the full article here: lnkd.in/g45KeFb7 #CityManagement #Procurement #Retention #MunicipalChallenges
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🚨 Repealing the muni-bond tax exemption threatens US infrastructure! 🚧 State & local govs rely on it for infrastructure funding. Thanks Katherine & Rich @GreeneBarrett for letting me write about this very important topic. @HTS_Financial greenebarrett.com/guest-colu…
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.@GreeneBarrett recently covered our latest Policy Download, “When Property Values Rise, Do Property Taxes Rise Too?” Read the article: greenebarrett.com/management… Check out the Policy Download: go.lincolninst.edu/l/153411/…
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FEDERAL JOB LOSSES EQUAL LOCAL OPPORTUNITIES A Guest Column by @ShaneEvangelist Chief Executive Officer of @NEOGOV for @GreeneBarrett explains how the exodus of federal workers may be a blessing for #states and #localities. Click here: greenebarrett.com/guest-colu…
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Recently from @GreeneBarrett, also a preview for a #ASPA2025 presidential panel... GOVERNMENT IS MORE THAN RED VS BLUE ow.ly/vblt50UXbLu
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When many Americans think that "government" and "politics" are the same thing, that's a delusion with unfortunate results, write @GreeneBarrett. @ASPANational @napawash @lsmisegadis @DonKettl @GFOA For more, click here: greenebarrett.com/post/gover…
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🚀 Exciting News! This morning @GreeneBarrett . unveiled a powerful partnership between the @TransformGov (AFI) and Civic Marketplace! 🌟 Together, they’re set to transform government procurement with cutting-edge tech, cost reduction, and transparency. Troy Riggs, AFI's new director, states this collaboration will empower local governments to make impactful decisions. 🤝💡 Civic Marketplace CEO Al Hleileh highlights their shared focus on community needs and innovation. Dive into the future of public sector collaboration! 🌍✨ 🔗 Learn more: greenebarrett.com/management… #Innovation #GovTech #Partnerships
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News you may have missed... Key State Executive Orders at the End of 2024 Via @GreeneBarrett greenebarrett.com/management…
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Nominations are open for candidates as "Inspirational Women in Local Government (IWLG)," a recognition of women leading transformative change, fostering meaningful dialogue, and advancing diverse perspectives in their communities. Details? See greenebarrett.com
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Check out my guest column at @GreeneBarrett greenebarrett.com/guest-colu…
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As new mayors take the helm in hundreds of communities across the country, we know that changes in city leadership can be challenging for city staff. In @GreeneBarrett, @RVHaynes shares 4️⃣ steps to supercharge data momentum during leadership changes: ➡️ greenebarrett.com/guest-colu…
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