One of the goals of EfficientGovNow was to develop and discover new ways for governments to collaborate, work more efficiently and cut costs. Although the inaugural run of EfficientGovNow is over (with plans to continue in 2010), the financial problems facing governments continue.
To help generate more ideas and encourage local governments to learn how to more efficiently deal with financial troubles, the Center for Public Administration and Public Policy will be hosting an informal discussion on Thursday, September 24, 2009, at the Kent State University Moulton Hall Ballroom. This will be a great event, and possibly a good way to get government entities thinking about how they can collaborate in the next phase of EfficientGovNow.
Speakers include:
- How Technology Can Help You Save Money
Brian Kelley, Chief Information Officer of Portage County - How Elected Officials Can Encourage Civic Dialogue
Chester Bowling, Ohio State University Extension Community Development - Management Perspectives on Cost Saving Measures
Gale Gault, Gale G. Gault and Associates, LLC - Examples of Intergovernmental Collaborations in Ohio
Tom Pascarella, Director of Administration, City of Tallmadge
The event will be held from 3-5 p.m. To RSVP, contact Kerry Macomber at kmacomb1@kent.edu or 330-672-7148. A $15 contribution per organization is requested.