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A General Code Publication

SUMMER 2020

EXPLORING ECODE

Constituents Flock to eCode360^® for Code Inquiries During Pandemic

During the current health emergency, many constituents are finding that their online code is for the birds. Quite literally. 

TRENDING TOPICS

Responding Legislatively to COVID-19

In a matter of weeks, so much about our communities has changed. Local governments are juggling a massive number of issues in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. The challenges are economic, cultural, and have included process disruption, public health concerns, and so much more. This has led to enacting emergency ordinances to allow service continuity and protection of the safety and health of constituents. It’s also involved finding creative and practical ways to overcome stress on the food supply chain and local business hardships. 

CELEBRATING LOCAL GOV

2020 Municipal Clerks Honor Roll Revealed

Participation in the 2020 Municipal Clerks Honor Roll proved that even a global pandemic couldn’t stop communities from saluting the important work and dedication of a valued group of municipal employees. 

SOCIAL MEDIA AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT

Building Trust Through Social Media

Social media is a powerful tool for local governments to inform and to engage with the community at-large. It makes government more approachable, more accessible, and easier to interact with. But to do it right and be effective, local government needs to demonstrate that it’s worthy of its constituents’ time and trust.

TRENDING TOPICS

Into the Wild: Wildlife-Urban Interface

With a warming climate and increased risk of wildfires, communities expanding into desirable natural wildland areas are requiring planners and local governments to adopt new strategies and alliances to help keep residents and property safe.

POLL QUESTION

Survey Says…

In our previous DeCoder poll we asked what ‘First Sign of Spring’ you most look forward to each year. The blossoming of trees and flowers topped the list with longer hours of daylight a distant second.

Since the last DeCoder, much has changed. Our usual springtime and summer endeavors have given way to ‘stay-at-home’ related activities. So we’d like to know, what’s been your favorite thing you’ve done to cope during the COVID-19 quarantine? Vote now!