Otis WhiteA century ago, #elevators had frequent and horrifying accidents. Gov’ts stepped in with inspections, and elevators grew to be America’s most common form of public conveyance. It’s another way gov’t makes our lives safer. http://www.fromthegovt.com/elevator-inspections/ #localgov #stategov #publicsafety
Building codes and inspections show how gov’ts can work magic over time, making our lives safer while reducing costs for everyone. It comes from the application of two of gov’t's strengths: steadfastness and scale. http://www.fromthegovt.com/building-codes-and-inspections/ #localgov #stategov
An act of philanthropy set off a wave of library building in the late 1800s. Today twice as many Americans go to #libraries as attend sporting events. For these places of learning, you can thank philanthropy and gov’t. But mostly gov’t. http://www.fromthegovt.com/public-libraries/ #localgov
“End socialism for private car storage”: How should we pay for street maintenance? An economist offers seven rules that could be summarized as two principles. First, let those who cause the costs bear them. Second, don’t neglect maintenance. Patching streets is a lot cheaper than rebuilding them. https://cityobservatory.org/how-should-portland-pay-for-streets-2026/ #publicworks #localgov
NOLIGARCHY.USWhy it matters:
Small-town budget talks and school board meetings decide whether kids get safe buildings, clean water and funded programs — while big-name politicians shout about nothing. Democracy is mostly this tedious; skipping it hands power to the absurd and the irresponsible.
small cypressOh my god I went to a Neighborhood Improvement Association meeting like the good citizen I am and it was like Parks and Rec
Our city is starting a deer sharpshooting program so we don't get chronic wasting disease and invasives in the park and it turned into an hour of talking about studies on the feasibility of deer birth control (no), whether crossbows are allowed in the park (no), and are our neighbors currently field dressing and eating the deer (no)
Reel TubesWatch the Ardmore (Okla.) City Commission special meeting from Jan 6, 2025 — held at the Ardmore Public Library while city hall is renovated. Stay informed on local decisions, agendas, and community issues. Tune in, follow along, and engage with your city! #Ardmore #Oklahoma #CityCommission #PublicMeeting #CivicEngagement #LocalGov #News #English
https://videos.ardmoreleader.com/videos/watch/49125245-21da-42f5-b5af-0717c6289318
https://videos.ardmoreleader.com/videos/watch/49125245-21da-42f5-b5af-0717c6289318
Ardmore (Okla.) City Commission - January 6, 2025
dryadImportant stuff, Ōtautahians! Remember, #localgov is incredibly important (not dull at ALL), as it's all about our day-to-day lives, and how we live them :)
https://www.newsline.ccc.govt.nz/news/story/community-board-three-year-plans-need-your-input
For the Ōtautahi #Christchurch peeps, this should be cool :)
TechnodadSustainable Development Code - resources to help local governments build sustainable communities: https://sustainablecitycode.org/subchapters/ #sustainability #localgov https://getmona.app/rich_text/151887633535