Guam Housing and Urban Renewal Authority executive director Ray Topasna has died, Leon Guerrero’s administration confirmed Sunday afternoon. “Our hearts are broken by the sudden loss of our good friend and respected public servant Ray Topasna,” Governor Lou Leon Guerrero said in a statement to local media. Topasna recently spearheaded programs to help families deal […]
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A Public Service Profile for Pandemic Operations by Chris Coudriet
As I shared last November, New Hanover County commissioners and staff developed an innovative model, through the use of U.S. bailout funds, to create a pandemic operations team to support the community in our continued fight against COVID-19. They will not only support today’s efforts, but will continue as COVID-19 becomes more endemic, and will […]
Public Service Commission cuts demand for National Grid rate hike – Saratogian
ALBANY, NY – The New York State Public Service Commission recently approved a three-year rate plan for National Grid customers living in upstate New York that is significantly lower than what that the company had originally requested. The Commission adopted a joint proposal signed by the company, ministry staff and task forces, among others, which […]
RRHA Board: No Eviction Filing Against Public Housing Residents Until At Least Mid-February | State and Area News
With more than 1,100 families at risk of eviction from public housing, the Richmond Redevelopment and Housing Authority’s Board of Commissioners on Wednesday ordered staff to suspend all legal action against residents until at least mid- February. Advocates and several board members have expressed concern about the displacement of so many families, as well as […]
Buhari rejected dismissal of civil service workers ― FG
The federal government has said that despite the devastating effect of the COVID-19 pandemic on the national economy, President Muhammadu Buhari has ruled that no public service worker should be laid off or have to pay a salary. because of the pandemic. The government has also revealed that the Nigeria Medical Association (NMA) and the […]
Lesh fined $10,000, 160 hours of public service
David Lesh enters the Grand Junction federal courthouse during his trial in August. Lesh was convicted of illegally operating his snowmobile at Keystone Resort in April 2020.McKenzie Lange/Grand Junction Sentinel Archives A federal judge sentenced so-called bad boy David Lesh to a $10,000 fine and 160 hours of meaningful public service on Wednesday, Jan. 12, […]
Jersey City Announces Low-Cost Internet Access for Public Housing Residents
Jersey City residents living in Housing Authority buildings will be able to purchase high-speed internet access at deeply discounted prices and even get it for free, city officials announced Tuesday. The city is partnering with Andrena, a New Jersey-based internet service provider, in its latest initiative to expand high-speed internet access to public housing complexes, […]
Athens rulers discuss their New Year’s resolutions
As 2021 draws to a close and 2022 begins, Athens rulers are setting their goals and resolutions for the New Year. Here are the resolutions of ten leaders or officials of Athens. David Bradley, President and CEO of the Athens Regional Chamber of Commerce âMy resolution is to become a better listener. The 5th Custom […]
End of year 2021: key government programs launched for public welfare this year; view details
The government led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi has launched several programs this year amid the onslaught of the COVID-19 pandemic, while expanding a few of them to provide relief to people from different segments of society. From education to health and skills development, many initiatives have been taken by the government for the benefit […]
Housing Authority Board Approves Public Housing Demonstration Contracts | News
DANVILLE — The Vermilion Housing Authority has relocated 102 families from public housing that will be demolished this winter at the Fair Oaks public housing complex in Danville. Of these, approximately 30 families moved out of Vermilion County, approximately 22 families received vouchers for housing in Vermilion County, and 35 moved to other public housing […]
Mike Gotch Excellence in Public Service Award for Napa Pipe Project | Local news
Several local Napa government agencies and California Senator Bill Dodd received a statewide award for the long-running Napa Pipe redevelopment project, which is expected to build hundreds of homes, retail space , parks and a Costco store on the former Napa Pipe site. . Napa County, the City of Napa, the Napa Local Agency Training […]
Cuomo, DOH Skipped COVID Talks With Education Department, Chief Says | Public Service News
ALBANY – State Department of Education leaders have struggled to communicate or get a response from former Governor Andrew M. Cuomo and his key aides throughout the so-called COVID-19 pandemic that they were awaiting safety guidelines for New York’s schools, they told lawmakers in a hearing Tuesday. Members of the Assembly’s Higher Education Committee, chaired […]
Can the public service cope with the great Labor program?
If the government lacks something, it is not ambition. Amid a global Covid-19 pandemic, which has fundamentally changed the way New Zealanders live and work, Labor has pursued ambitious reforms in health, water infrastructure, local government and housing as well as changes in immigration and climate change policy. . If they succeed, it will be […]
Louisville Social Housing Manager Notifies City Council of Problems
After maintenance issues raised questions about the condition of Louisville’s public housing, the head of the city’s housing authority responded to questions from members of the subway board on Wednesday. Lisa Osanka, executive director of the Louisville Metro Housing Authority, spoke about delays in routine inspections and issues the agency faces in funding maintenance, as […]
Louisville Metro Committee Begins Discussion on Public Housing Issues | News
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) — The Community Affairs, Housing, Health and Education Committee held a special discussion on Wednesday about the city’s public housing concerns. Lisa Osanka, executive director of the Louisville Metro Housing Authority (LMHA) was invited to the committee meeting to explain the reasons for maintenance problems in some public housing. “We want to […]
Feeding America Releases New Public Service Announcements Starring Connie Britton
“The Truth About Hunger” PSA Urges Nation to Help End Hunger in United States CHICAGO, November 1, 2021 / PRNewswire / – Feeding America®, the largest national anti-hunger organization, has launched new Public Service Announcements (PSAs) designed to raise awareness of hunger in United States. Public service announcements featuring the actress and activist Connie britton, […]
Two wonderful public welfare decisions at J&K
PERFUME OF IDEAS Last week, the UT government of J&K announced two unprecedented public welfare decisions. The announcement of one came to the fore in Srinagar and the other in Jammu. One concerned the three-month extension of the service of the nurses of the National Health Mission dismissed and the second concerned the fifteen-day clean-up […]
AG Frosh Joins Coalition Urging Ministry of Education to Correct Civil Service Loan Forgiveness Program | thebaynet.com | TheBayNet.com
The Ministry of Education has refused almost all PSLF / TEPSLF applications submitted to date BALTIMORE – Maryland Attorney General Brian E. Frosh today joined a coalition of 22 attorneys general to urge the US Department of Education (ED) to take strong action to fix the loan forgiveness program public service (PSLF) broken. Since borrowers […]
time to transfer skills to the public service
Ed. note: here, in random order, the Star portrays the territory’s five candidates for Monday’s federal election. Through Tim gilck to September 17, 2021 Ed. note: here, in random order, the Star portrays the territory’s five candidates for Monday’s federal election. The most polarizing candidate in the race to replace Larry Bagnell as MP for […]
Marshall’s third round of COVID-19 funds benefiting public service organizations | New
MARSHALL, Texas – Marshall’s Director of Community and Economic Development Fabio Angell announced the city’s receipt of the third round of COVID-19 funding through the U.S. Department of Housing and Government’s Community Development Grants program. urban development at the last city meeting. The city received $ 234,000 in funds which it used to expand the […]
Cabrini-Green and Vele di Scampia: when social housing projects do not work
Cabrini-Green and Vele di Scampia: when social housing projects do not work Vele di Scampia. Image © Mirko Bozzato via Pixabay To share To share Facebook Twitter Pinterest WhatsApp Mail Or https://www.archdaily.com/968180/cabrini-green-and-vele-di-scampia-when-public-housing-projects-dont-work-out The current COVID-19 pandemic has exposed inequalities, especially in the unequal allocation of architectural resources to people. The onset of the pandemic saw […]
VIHA provides update on COVID-19, voucher programs and public housing
Virgin Islands Housing Authority The Virgin Islands Housing Authority (VIHA) continues to do everything possible to ensure that the health, safety and well-being of its public housing residents, program participants and staff are not compromised during the COVID pandemic -19. As a result, the following administrative checks and advice for residents and tenants implemented on […]
Civil service workers protest for higher wages outside the Western Cape Legislature
About 100 demonstrators under the banner of the National Union of Education, Health and Allied Workers (NEHAWU) gathered outside the Legislative Assembly of the Western Cape Province on Tuesday on a “national day action in defense of collective bargaining and workers’ rights â. Photo: Achraf Hendricks About 100 demonstrators under the banner of the National […]
Capita appoints new CEO of Capita Local Public Service
Capita announces the appointment of Paul Abraham as the new Managing Director of Capita Local Public Service. Paul’s appointment comes at an important time for the company as it grows stronger and simpler, from six divisions to three. This transformation brings together expertise from across the organization to meet the changing needs of customers and […]
AARP and PULP applaud Public Service Commission for expanding energy affordability program for low-income people
Benefits will reach nearly 100,000 new low-income households before heating season begins ALBANY – The AARP New York and the Public Utility Law Project (“PULP”) today applauded the New York Public Service Commission (“PSC”) for expanding the historic program to reduce energy bills for people low income administered by major electricity and gas utilities. The […]
50 percent of families living in social housing in Durham are behind on rent
DURHAM, NC (WNCN) – Half of families living in public housing in Durham are behind on rent, according to officials at the Durham Housing Authority. There are currently approximately 1,400 families living in DHA housing, and 700 of these families are behind in rent payments. Ashley Canady is a mother of four and president of […]
UNION OF THE WFTU INTERNATIONAL PUBLIC SERVICE AND ALLIES, DECLARATION OF SOLIDARITY IN SUPPORT OF THE REQUESTS OF TEACHERS IN PAKISTAN.
The World Federation of Trade Unions [WFTU] International Union of Public Services and Allies [TUI PS & A] representing more than 30 million members of the civil service, take this opportunity to affirm our solidarity and unwavering support for the thousands of demands of teachers in Pakistan represented by the âPakistan Teachers Federation (PTF)â. Teachers […]
VIHA Updates Public On COVID-19 Operations, Public Housing Issues
Virgin Islands Housing Authority The Virgin Islands Housing Authority (VIHA) continues to do everything possible to ensure that the health, safety and well-being of social housing residents, program participants and staff are not compromised during the COVID pandemic. 19. As a result, effective today, August 3, the following administrative checks and guidance for residents and […]
Public welfare strategies for hygiene and sanitation that can help us win the battle against COVID
People have prioritized cleanliness and hygiene more than ever. Improving sanitation and hygiene, which have been the main weapons in the fight against COVID-19, must be further strengthened so that we can remain resilient in an emerging uncertain world. If we, as a nation, are to remain resilient and prepared, the following concerns must be […]
Baijal Writes to Sisodia to Say LG’s Public Welfare Efforts Are Seen with Partial | Latest India News
Delhi Lieutenant Governor (LG) Anil Baijal wrote to Chief Deputy Minister Manish Sisodia on Thursday criticizing his letter accusing the LG of encroaching on the domain of elected government by independently arranging meetings with bureaucrats without involving the ministers concerned on important issues. He also said Sisodia should not have made the letter public and […]
Why Canada Needs Universal Social Housing
This column is an opinion of Charlotte Dalwood, a law student at the Faculty of Law at the University of Calgary. For more information on CBC Opinion Section, please consult the Faq. Canada already has universal public health care. As the country enters its new post-pandemic normal, it is also expected to implement universal public […]
Maryland Civil Service Commission announces $ 83 million state funding to help pay overdue utility bills – CBS Baltimore
BALTIMORE (WJZ) – The Maryland Public Service Commission announced $ 83 million in state funding to help Maryland residents pay their overdue utility bills. “Today’s disbursement of millions of dollars in aid will help tens of thousands of needy families in Maryland lift themselves out of a mountain of utility debt,” said Jason M. Stanek, […]
Consider Full Lockdown For Public Welfare: Supreme Court Says Center, States Amid Spike In COVID-19 Cases | India News
New Delhi: The Supreme Court on Sunday, May 2, 2021 advised central and state governments to consider a full COVID-19 lockdown to curb the spread of the deadly coronavirus in the country. The Supreme Court’s order comes after several hearing sessions on the situation of the COVID-19 pandemic. âIn light of the continued upsurge in […]
Coronavirus Causes Over 2,000 Requests for Social Assistance Programs | Local News
More than 2,000 requests for public welfare programs have been submitted to public health in response to COVID-19. Department of Public Health and Human Services administrator Tess Arcangel shared the number with senators in a monitoring hearing on Friday. She said that as early as Friday morning. Public Health has received 2,182 COVID-19-related requests for […]