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Brave New World: Ethical Considerations And Risks, Rhonda S. Binda
Brave New World: Ethical Considerations And Risks, Rhonda S. Binda
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The trifecta of globalization, urbanization and digitization have created new opportunities and challenges across our nation, cities, boroughs and urban centers. Cities in particular are in a unique position at the center of commerce and technology becoming hubs for innovation and practical application of emerging technology. In this rapidly changing 24/7 digitized world, governments are leveraging innovation and technology to become more effective, efficient, transparent and to be able to better plan for and anticipate the needs of its citizens, businesses and community organizations. This class will provide the framework for how cities and communities can become smarter and more …
Brave New World: Privacy, Data Sharing And Evidence Based Policy Making, Rhonda S. Binda
Brave New World: Privacy, Data Sharing And Evidence Based Policy Making, Rhonda S. Binda
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The trifecta of globalization, urbanization and digitization have created new opportunities and challenges across our nation, cities, boroughs and urban centers. Cities in particular are in a unique position at the center of commerce and technology becoming hubs for innovation and practical application of emerging technology. In this rapidly changing 24/7 digitized world, governments are leveraging innovation and technology to become more effective, efficient, transparent and to be able to better plan for and anticipate the needs of its citizens, businesses and community organizations. This class will provide the framework for how cities and communities can become smarter and more …
Brave New World - Emerging Threats In Cybersecurity, Rhonda S. Binda
Brave New World - Emerging Threats In Cybersecurity, Rhonda S. Binda
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The trifecta of globalization, urbanization and digitization have created new opportunities and challenges across our nation, cities, boroughs and urban centers. Cities in particular are in a unique position at the center of commerce and technology becoming hubs for innovation and practical application of emerging technology. In this rapidly changing 24/7 digitized world, governments are leveraging innovation and technology to become more effective, efficient, transparent and to be able to better plan for and anticipate the needs of its citizens, businesses and community organizations. This class will provide the framework for how cities and communities can become smarter and more …
Brave New World: Artificial Intelligence And Machine Learning, Rhonda S. Binda
Brave New World: Artificial Intelligence And Machine Learning, Rhonda S. Binda
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The trifecta of globalization, urbanization and digitization have created new opportunities and challenges across our nation, cities, boroughs and urban centers. Cities are in a unique position at the center of commerce and technology becoming hubs for innovation and practical application of emerging technology. In this rapidly changing 24/7 digitized world, city governments worldwide are leveraging innovation and technology to become more effective, efficient, transparent and to be able to better plan for and anticipate the needs of its citizens, businesses and community organizations. This class will provide the framework for how cities and communities can become smarter and more …
Catholic Charities Fort Worth, Patricia Alphin, Luis Blanco, J J. Chavez, Barry Cram, Ismael Guevara, Katherine Leon, Olga Nowlan, Department Of Public Affairs, Kay Godbey
Catholic Charities Fort Worth, Patricia Alphin, Luis Blanco, J J. Chavez, Barry Cram, Ismael Guevara, Katherine Leon, Olga Nowlan, Department Of Public Affairs, Kay Godbey
Public Administration Capstone Reports
Since 1999, Catholic Charities Fort Worth has served the community of Fort Worth and its surrounding 28 counties. CCFW is part of the Catholic Charities USA formed in 1910. The goal of CCFW is to end poverty for 10,000 families by the year 2026. In the last one hundred years, the U.S. federal government has spent trillions of dollars and operated thousands of programs all aimed at ending homelessness and helping the poor. "Nearly $15 trillion has been spent on federal efforts to get people out of poverty over the last five decades" (CCFW Padua Pilot, 2019). Federal efforts have …
Texas Women's Leadership Institute Research Agenda: Identifying How To Build Capacity & Increase The Number Of Female City Managers In Texas, Hayden Brodowsky, Megan Edge, Kimberly Mcauliffe, Jessica Orey, Alyssa Puckett, Jason Weeks
Texas Women's Leadership Institute Research Agenda: Identifying How To Build Capacity & Increase The Number Of Female City Managers In Texas, Hayden Brodowsky, Megan Edge, Kimberly Mcauliffe, Jessica Orey, Alyssa Puckett, Jason Weeks
Public Administration Capstone Reports
This addresses potential challenges and evaluates the background of women in the role of city manager, helping to identify how to build the capacity of women seeking leadership roles in municipal government and increase these numbers moving forward. Research methods include direct interviews with Texas Women's Leadership Institute (TWLI) Advisory Board Members, and evaluation of Master of Public Administration (MPA) programs across Texas, and other forms of academic research. Research has indicated that potential factors leading to the lack of growth in city manager profession for women include demands of a work-life balance, educational programs with applicable content and equal …
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, Danny Barton, Jennifer Fox, Matt Johns, Andrew Karrer, Kevin Livingston, Sergio Mora, Brian Norton, Department Of Public Affairs, Kay Godbey
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, Danny Barton, Jennifer Fox, Matt Johns, Andrew Karrer, Kevin Livingston, Sergio Mora, Brian Norton, Department Of Public Affairs, Kay Godbey
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This identifies existing programs utilized for Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) within the professions of fire, ambulance, and law enforcement, as well as dispatchers of these services in local municipalities, state, and federal governments. PTSD is commonly associated with military personnel; however, this mental illness impacts a far greater population including emergency first responders. Research completed includes a comprehensive literature review on the subject incorporating historical context along with past and current treatment modalities. Public policy influences decisions that emergency personnel make pertaining to coming forward with concerns of PTSD, insurance coverage available, and treatment options within local and state agencies …
North Richland Hills Development Process Improvement Plan, Matthew Baldwin, Katy Bower, Vy Nguyen, Gloria Rodriguez, Erik Smith, Yvonne Williams
North Richland Hills Development Process Improvement Plan, Matthew Baldwin, Katy Bower, Vy Nguyen, Gloria Rodriguez, Erik Smith, Yvonne Williams
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The development and permit approval process for the City of North Richland Hills (NRH) was explored with regard to the review process for development proposals, platting, and building permits. Currently, the city conducts a multi-departmental approach to review and approve the aforementioned, as well as other permits. NRH sought outside counsel to map out their platting and permit approval process in an effort to identify inefficiencies and bottlenecks, as well as to gather recommendations for process improvements that could be transferred to an electronic environment as they begin to implement this transition over the next 18 months. The goals and …
City Of North Richland Hills Financial Analysis: Property Tax Revenue Needed To Fund Emergency Services To Support Population Growth, Danielle Dehoyos, Michael Henry, Alma Ibarra, Lindsay Koskiniemi, Lorrinda Osborne, Estevan Troche
City Of North Richland Hills Financial Analysis: Property Tax Revenue Needed To Fund Emergency Services To Support Population Growth, Danielle Dehoyos, Michael Henry, Alma Ibarra, Lindsay Koskiniemi, Lorrinda Osborne, Estevan Troche
Public Administration Capstone Reports
The City of North Richland Hills is situated eleven miles northeast of Fort Worth in the heart of the Dallas - Fort Worth Metroplex. NRH is completely within Tarrant County and has a contiguous city limit without extraterritorial jurisdiction. This means NRH cannot annex additional land. The city is approximately 90% built to capacity within the city limits. NRH had 70,441 residents ("North Richland Hills, Texas Population," 2019). In a recent survey, 96% of respondents believe NRH is a great place to live. This project was initiated to find a method for calculating costs of emergency services that include police, …
City Of Southlake Open Spaces Project, Sean Johnson, Sarah Koppel, Lourdes Plata, Lindsey Sanders, Anais Vargas, Michelle Varley
City Of Southlake Open Spaces Project, Sean Johnson, Sarah Koppel, Lourdes Plata, Lindsey Sanders, Anais Vargas, Michelle Varley
Public Administration Capstone Reports
The City of Southlake, Texas, currently has a population of roughly 31,000 residents and is approaching build-out. The city's estimated build-out population is 34,188. They could reach build-out as late as 2050. As Southlake continues to grow, they want to ensure that they maintain their high standard of living. Southlake prides itself on having numerous parks and open space that offers a variety of recreational activities. Parks and recreation programs play a vital role in the lives of residents and their visitors. They provide active recreational pursuits, passive enjoyment, enhanced quality of life, improved community image, and increased tourism. It …
School Based Mentoring: An Evaluation Of Carrollton-Farmers Branch Isd Mentoring Program., Nicole Calhoun, Heidi Mims, Yolanda Williams
School Based Mentoring: An Evaluation Of Carrollton-Farmers Branch Isd Mentoring Program., Nicole Calhoun, Heidi Mims, Yolanda Williams
Public Administration Capstone Reports
Program Coordinator Victoria Mendoza of the Carrollton - Farmers Branch ISD requested a comprehensive evaluation of the Farmers Branch Elementary and Vivian Field Middle School Mentoring Program and its impact on student achievement. The program is in its fifth year of operation and has served approximately 185 students. Mendoza requested an evaluation to determine if the mentoring program is successful, how the district should measure the impact of the program, and what improvements could be made to improve the program from the evaluation data that is collected.
City Of Sansom Park - Fire And Emergency Service Report, Salman Ahmen, Frances Laday, David Shilson, Amy Lay, Nakia Sampson, Sherri Copeland
City Of Sansom Park - Fire And Emergency Service Report, Salman Ahmen, Frances Laday, David Shilson, Amy Lay, Nakia Sampson, Sherri Copeland
Public Administration Capstone Reports
This report introduces and characterizes a framework of options that may be used by the City of Sansom Park and surrounding cities to ensure adequate preparation and appropriate response to emergency situations. The report outlines the mechanisms of responsibility and coordination for each option in order to present ways to unify and integrate the efforts of emergency personnel in multiple agencies, disciplines and jurisdictions, and to minimize the overall administrative and economic impact on participants. Coordinated relief efforts presented in these options may be utilized wholly or in part and combination, as the decision making entity sees fit. This report …
Jubilee Park Affordable Housing Demand And Feasibility Analysis, Thelma Anderson, Angela Hardy, Sherri Lawson, Sarah Mcmullin, Jamie Stanley, Angela Walker
Jubilee Park Affordable Housing Demand And Feasibility Analysis, Thelma Anderson, Angela Hardy, Sherri Lawson, Sarah Mcmullin, Jamie Stanley, Angela Walker
Public Administration Capstone Reports
Jubilee Park is a 62-block neighborhood that dates back to the 1900s and is located in the South Dallas / Fair Park area. The neighborhood comprises part of the 75223 zip code, is located in the City of Dallas and Dallas County, and is bounded by a freeway and railroad. The Jubilee Park Community Center and Corporation (JPCCC) would like to develop a comprehensive affordable housing plan for the Jubilee Park neighborhood. According to the JPCCC, the purpose of this housing plan is to attract new residents to Jubilee Park, to provide housing opportunities for displaced residents, and to increase …
City Of Kennedale Compensation Analysis, Prisca Anuolam, Kirstyn Arnwine, Breanna Colvin, Christopher Webb
City Of Kennedale Compensation Analysis, Prisca Anuolam, Kirstyn Arnwine, Breanna Colvin, Christopher Webb
Public Administration Capstone Reports
The City of Kennedale has tasked our project team with developing a compensation plan that will act as a compliment to the organizational philosophies. Additionally through fact-finding research we will provide the sentiments regarding the organization and the compensation gathered by way of an employee survey and an executive team focus group. Lastly we perform a market comparative analysis to provide a comprehensive scope of the information needed to develop a compensation structure that is responsive to the market.
The City Of Kennedale Historic Preservation Plan, Amy Cannon, Whitney Ellis, Michael Lark, Martin Phillips, Amy Rodriguez, Stuart Young
The City Of Kennedale Historic Preservation Plan, Amy Cannon, Whitney Ellis, Michael Lark, Martin Phillips, Amy Rodriguez, Stuart Young
Public Administration Capstone Reports
The City of Kennedale's adoption of the strategic plan, Imagine Kennedale 2015, details several unique opportunities to heighten the City's image with regard to family living and economic development. One of the priority strategies highlighted in the plan focuses on defining the historical identity of Kennedale by recognizing and classifying existing landmarks that have historical significance to the community within a downtown historic district. The framework within the strategic plan emphasizes a community consensus for the appreciation of historic preservation in Kennedale.
Creating A Farmersville Treasure: The City Of Farmersville Personnel Policy Manual Project, Sarah Garrett, Sara Harris, Greg Hutson, Joan Hill-Love, Chris Moore, Giovanni Vaquerano
Creating A Farmersville Treasure: The City Of Farmersville Personnel Policy Manual Project, Sarah Garrett, Sara Harris, Greg Hutson, Joan Hill-Love, Chris Moore, Giovanni Vaquerano
Public Administration Capstone Reports
The objective of this project was to produce an updated municipal personnel policy manual that was clear, precise and ready for the City's review and approval. This was done by evaluating and updating current policies and procedures already in place, assimilating past auditor recommendations to remedy recognized deficiencies, incorporating industry "best practices" already in existence, researching other small to medium sized municipalities' policy collections, and establishing new policies for effective evaluation and management of employee performance.
City Of Burleson Community Development Department Performance Review, William Crear, Douglas Mcdonald, Brian Stanley, Joyce Stephens
City Of Burleson Community Development Department Performance Review, William Crear, Douglas Mcdonald, Brian Stanley, Joyce Stephens
Public Administration Capstone Reports
The City of Burleson, Texas requested that The University of Texas at Arlington School of Urban and Public Affairs conduct a study to create employee performance evaluation measures for six positions in the Burleson Community Development Department. As such, it is the intent of the student team to coordinate employee performance evaluation measures with the recently adopted Roadmap to a "2030 Comprehensive Plan." The final product will include, but not be limited to, a set of standardized performance criteria for a total of six positions, a format for periodic goal-related performance appraisals in relation to the Roadmap to 2030 Comprehensive …
Town Of Prosper 2010 Economic Development Sampling Of Metroplex Cities, Irby Foster, Julie Pena, Perry Pillow
Town Of Prosper 2010 Economic Development Sampling Of Metroplex Cities, Irby Foster, Julie Pena, Perry Pillow
Public Administration Capstone Reports
The Town of Prosper has and will continue to have a unique opportunity for economic expansion. In anticipation of imminent economic growth, Prosper is in the process of strategizing their action plan. With other Metroplex cities vying for the same economic dollars and the proximity of its competition, it is important for Prosper to focus on sustainable economic development that will maximize city revenues and fuel future growth.
Economic Redevelopment Options Study For The Oakcrest Area, City Of Kennedale, Christopher Bobbitt, Mike Foreman, Renatta Lindsey, Jean Petr
Economic Redevelopment Options Study For The Oakcrest Area, City Of Kennedale, Christopher Bobbitt, Mike Foreman, Renatta Lindsey, Jean Petr
Public Administration Capstone Reports
The City of Kennedale has entered into a binding agreement with four sexually oriented businesses located in the Oakcrest Area. In 2012 this agreement will require the sexually oriented businesses to close down and move out of Kennedale. The remarkable question that the City of Kennedale has asked is how and by what means these sites should be redeveloped. The purpose of this project was to research and analyze potential economic development options that could revitalize the four sites where the existing sexually oriented businesses are located and spur economic development in the entire Oakcrest Area.
A Report On The Strategic Economic Development Plan For North Richland Hills 2011., Fatema Ali, Elizabeth Bowlen, Shon Brooks, Danielle Guillory, William Neely, Julius Owino
A Report On The Strategic Economic Development Plan For North Richland Hills 2011., Fatema Ali, Elizabeth Bowlen, Shon Brooks, Danielle Guillory, William Neely, Julius Owino
Public Administration Capstone Reports
The City of North Richland Hills requested that the student team make a comparative analysis of business development and retention practices in cities of comparable size. In order to suggest strategies to attract and retain businesses in North Richland Hills, the team was requested to conduct research within the business community and communicate with developers and industry leaders. Qualitative findings were compared and are presented in this report along with academic research on business development in the North Texas area. The team found that the strategy in North Richland Hills is similar to that of the other communities in the …
Evaluating Compliance With Nfpa 1710: Grapevine Fire Department, Abigail Azima, William Bader, Michael Hennig, Pero Kerkula, Heather Parker
Evaluating Compliance With Nfpa 1710: Grapevine Fire Department, Abigail Azima, William Bader, Michael Hennig, Pero Kerkula, Heather Parker
Public Administration Capstone Reports
The project for the Grapevine Fire Department (GFD) has been undertaken in order to examine their fire response data in correlation to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA). Their set standards that they produce are not mandatory; however, they are ideal when measuring the efficiency of an organization, specifically fire departments. Therefore, the purpose of this project is to research and determine the level of compliance the GFD has within these set standards and to address any shortcomings. The people this research will affect includes the members of the GFD, citizens of Grapevine, and various areas the GFD also covers …
Integrated Citizen Survey Plan For The City Of Southlake, Katie Bailey, Orisa Durggin, Anaiah Johnson, Chris Smith, Amanda Thomas
Integrated Citizen Survey Plan For The City Of Southlake, Katie Bailey, Orisa Durggin, Anaiah Johnson, Chris Smith, Amanda Thomas
Public Administration Capstone Reports
The City of Southlake conducts a Citizen Survey every two years. The purpose of the survey is to measure resident’s satisfaction levels in the community and opinions on city services and policy issues. Since 2005, Southlake began incorporating their strategic plan into the survey to attempt to measure their success with meeting the goals of their strategies. This project was undertaken in an effort to ensure alignment of the survey questions with the strategy map, to analyze survey administration tools and techniques being used, and to provide a report of best practices within the realm of citizen surveys. The data …
Issues, Assets And Opportunities: A Survey Of Service Satisfaction For The Kennedale Fire Department And Municipal Court, Crystal Anderson, Kentesheia Dockery, Stephanie Portugal, Arthur Vasquez
Issues, Assets And Opportunities: A Survey Of Service Satisfaction For The Kennedale Fire Department And Municipal Court, Crystal Anderson, Kentesheia Dockery, Stephanie Portugal, Arthur Vasquez
Public Administration Capstone Reports
ABSTRACT: The City of Kennedale proposed that the University of Texas at Arlington's School of Urban and Public Affairs investigate customer satisfaction of services offered by the Fire Department and the Municipal Court. The City of Kennedale's mission is aimed at exemplifying excellence. A survey tool was researched, developed and implemented to customers who have received services from the Fire Department and the Municipal Court within the last six months.