City Revenue and Economic Forecast Update for Fiscal 2023
Council Finance projects a mild recession and weak recovery, with tax revenues exceeding OMB's forecast but constrained by inflationary pressures. Despite economic challenges, FY23 tax collections are higher, driven by strong consumer spending and real estate activity.
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Investing in Senior Living Development
Senior living development in South Africa presents a lucrative investment opportunity due to the increasing elderly population. With over 5.6 million people aged 60 or older in 2022, the sector is expected to grow significantly by 2050. Investing in senior living offers diversification and long-term
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Understanding Manufacturing Readiness Levels (MRLs) in Defense Technology
Manufacturing Readiness Levels (MRLs) are a vital tool in assessing the manufacturing maturity and associated risks of technology and products in defense acquisitions. They provide decision-makers with a common understanding of the maturity levels to support informed decisions throughout the acquisi
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Understanding Women's Smoking Behavior: A Pilot Test of Readiness and Motivation Instrument
Conducted with 495 women smokers in public health clinics, the pilot test assessed readiness and motivation to change smoking behavior. Findings highlighted varying stages of readiness and motivation, with a focus on pregnancy enhancing the readiness to quit. The instrument designed accommodates low
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Ohio Career Readiness Leaders Network Meetup - October 10, 2023
Join the Ohio Career Readiness Leaders Network Meetup on October 10, 2023, to explore topics such as Career Exploration Continuum, Micro Credentials in Middle School, Student Success Plans, and more. Connect with professionals in the field, share best practices, and stay informed about upcoming even
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Modeling Scientific Software Architecture for Feature Readiness
This work discusses the importance of understanding software architecture in assessing the readiness of user-facing features in scientific software. It explores the challenges of testing complex features, presents a motivating example, and emphasizes the role of subject matter experts in validating
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Michigan Future Business Index Q2 2023 Insights
Insights from the Michigan Future Business Index Q2 2023 survey reveal that concerns for a deepening recession are softening, although wage inflation remains high. Sales and profits have seen declines, with hiring and investments holding steady. Overall satisfaction with the economy has improved, in
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State of Readiness of Assessment Bodies for November 2023 National Senior Certificate Examination
Umalusi conducts an audit to assess the readiness of assessment bodies to manage the November 2023 National Senior Certificate Examination. The preliminary report outlines the approach, findings, and upcoming activities. The audit ensures compliance with quality assurance requirements and identifies
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Understanding Manufacturing Readiness Levels (MRLs) in Defense Acquisition
The Joint Defense Manufacturing Technology Panel (JDMTP) establishes Manufacturing Readiness Levels (MRLs) as a risk identification tool for assessing the manufacturing maturity, risks, and capabilities related to defense technology production. MRLs provide decision-makers with a common understandin
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Understanding the Recession Baseflow Method in Hydrology
Recession Baseflow Method is a technique used in hydrology to model hydrographs' recession curve. This method involves parameters like Initial Discharge, Recession Constant, and Threshold for baseflow. By analyzing different recession constants and threshold types such as Ratio to Peak, one can effe
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The Impact of Land Contracts and Foreclosure Crisis on Housing Market
Explore the consequences of land contracts and the foreclosure crisis on housing markets in Indiana and other regions. Learn about the increase in vacant and abandoned housing, bank walkaways, HUD programs, distressed asset sales, recorded land contracts, and disappearing small loans. Uncover key st
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Business Readiness Assessment Template for Modernization Efforts
This template guides agencies in conducting a business readiness assessment, managing stakeholders, and closing identified gaps for modernization or migration efforts. It covers objectives such as articulating vision, hosting working sessions, and setting stakeholder expectations. The template, comp
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ctcLink Project Steering Committee College Readiness Discussion & Approval
The ctcLink Project Steering Committee convenes a meeting to discuss and approve college readiness for the upcoming go-live date. The agenda includes reviewing readiness status, voting on readiness for go-live, and planning next steps for the project. College leadership and voting members of the com
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Understanding Trade Cycles and Economic Fluctuations
A trade cycle refers to the recurrent fluctuations in economic activities such as employment, output, income, prices, and profits. The cycle includes phases of prosperity, depression, recovery, and recession. These cycles are characterized by synchronicity, asymmetry, and international impact. Under
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Strategic Financial Planning Tips for Business Resilience
Explore valuable insights shared by industry experts during the Lunch & Learn event on financial strategies amidst COVID-19. Learn about financial record updates, government subsidies, recession-proofing tactics, and more to safeguard your business in challenging times.
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Understanding the Business Cycle and Its Phases
The business cycle, also known as the trade cycle, depicts the cyclical nature of economic activity with alternating periods of prosperity, recession, depression, and recovery. It involves fluctuations in production, prices, income, employment, exports, and imports. The cycle affects all industries
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Assessing Readiness for Port Community System Development and Implementation
Evaluation of readiness for developing and implementing a Port Community System (PCS) solution presented by Jonas Mendes Constante, a PCS expert from Trinidad & Tobago in November 2018. The overview includes the methodology for assessing readiness, lessons learned, phases of port digital transformat
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2018 PNG Economic Survey: Analysis and Recommendations
The 2018 PNG Economic Survey conducted by a team of experts highlights the challenges faced by the non-resource economy in Papua New Guinea. The report emphasizes the need for policy actions to stimulate growth, address foreign exchange shortages, and boost employment. Data indicates a recession in
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Graduation and College Readiness Guide for High School Class of 2026
Explore the high school graduation requirements and college readiness criteria for the Class of 2026. From credit distributions to college expectations, discover insights on success factors like passion, focus, and persistence. Uncover opportunities to excel academically, participate in GATE program
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Income-Related Disparities in School Readiness: A Comparative Study of the U.S. and the U.K.
Documenting income-related gaps in school readiness between children born into different income quintiles in the U.S. and the U.K., this research explores cognitive and behavioral outcomes and examines how demographic characteristics and policy-relevant mechanisms may influence these disparities. Th
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Achieving Recession Readiness with SharedWork Program
SharedWork is a voluntary business program that helps retain employees at reduced hours during economic downturns. This program offers flexibility to businesses, ensuring stability, retaining skilled workers, and minimizing layoffs. By meeting specific business and employee requirements, companies c
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Managing Finances During the COVID-19 Recession
Exploring the severe economic impact of the COVID-19 recession on local governments, jobs, and retail, with insights on budget shortfalls and strategies to address the crisis. The webinar provides tools for forecasting and understanding the implications of this unprecedented economic downturn.
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Lost Potential: Adult Education in an Era of Recession
The research explores the impact of deep economic recession on adult education, highlighting the loss of opportunities for adult learners. It emphasizes the importance of adult education as an investment that leads to improved skills, productivity, and various intangible benefits beyond economic gai
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The Evolving Landscape of U.S. Outlet Center Real Estate
Exploring the current state and development of U.S. outlet centers with insights into key players, growth patterns, and the shift from lifestyle centers. The journey from pre-recession dynamics to post-recession investment strategies showcases the rise of outlet centers as significant retail hubs. D
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Logistics and Communications Readiness Review Briefing
This briefing covers various aspects of logistics and communications readiness, including roll call, agenda, logistics readiness overview, FLIPLS details, projects overview, work orders, property book readiness overview, incoming and outgoing lateral transfers, excess equipment status, monthly inven
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The UK and Western Productivity Puzzle: Exploring Arthur Lewis' Key
The UK and other Western countries have experienced a productivity puzzle post the Great Recession, with a slowdown in labor productivity and TFP growth. This phenomenon is attributed to constrained export demand and variations in labor market institutions across countries. The UK, in particular, ha
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Understanding the Eurozone Crisis: A Critical Analysis
The Eurozone crisis of April 2013 was deemed unnecessary and self-inflicted by Mark Weisbrot. Contrary to conventional wisdom, the crisis was not solely a debt crisis but also a result of the world financial crisis and recession. Countries like Spain and Ireland, which were reducing their Debt/GDP r
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CalSAWS Implementation Readiness Dashboard Summary
The CalSAWS Implementation Readiness Dashboard provides a high-level view of project readiness for CalSAWS, BenefitsCal, and Central Print. It includes status indicators for various readiness areas, key project milestones, and risks. The dashboard reflects data as of June 4, detailing progress in de
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Understanding S-100 Readiness Levels for Product Development
The concept of S-100 Readiness Levels, based on NASA's Technical Readiness Levels, is crucial for progressing ideas from research to regular product use. This framework, introduced by the International Hydrographic Organization, ensures a clear understanding of a specification's readiness for operat
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Understanding the State of Texas Assessments of Academic Readiness (STAAR)
The State of Texas Assessments of Academic Readiness (STAAR) is a criterion-referenced test that evaluates students based on the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) curriculum standards. It includes Readiness and Supporting Standards, with specific testing requirements for different grade le
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Ohio Community Readiness Assessment Initiative Overview
Explore the Ohio Community Readiness Assessment Initiative, a collaborative effort between the Ohio SPF-PFS Initiative and the Problem Gambling CQI Project. The initiative aims to assess community readiness, enhance collaboration, and provide support for participating communities through learning se
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Municipalities mSCOA Readiness Assessment for Budget Data Upload
Assessment of mSCOA readiness for budget data upload for various municipalities in South Africa. The assessment includes criteria such as system functionality, module integration, registration status, and budget data string submission readiness. Images of municipalities by province are provided alon
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Enhancing Education Accountability in North Dakota: The Choice Ready Initiative
The Choice Ready initiative in North Dakota aims to measure high schools' effectiveness in preparing students for success post-graduation. By focusing on metrics such as student readiness in essential skills, post-secondary readiness, workforce readiness, and military readiness, the initiative provi
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Economic Scenarios and Potential Outcomes for 2024
The presented information outlines four scenarios for developed markets in 2024: Soft Landing, Cyclical Recession, No Landing, and Balance Sheet Recession. Each scenario discusses possible growth patterns, inflation rates, monetary and fiscal policy implications. Factors such as inflation stickiness
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Maximizing Learning Readiness for Students: Strategies and Tips
Explore the importance of learning readiness and strategies to enhance students' capability to learn, including sensory regulation, handwriting tips, and addressing underdeveloped skills. Learn about the impact of modern factors like technology on children's learning readiness.
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Resources for Facilitators and Team Readiness in a Medical Setting
Explore a variety of visual resources including session overviews, learning objectives, and team readiness quizzes designed to enhance facilitation skills and boost team readiness in medical environments. From a day in the life of a rural family physician to interactive team quizzes, these visuals o
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Analyzing Shoreline Recession and Estuarine Current Velocities in South-Eastern Nigeria
Coastal submergence and shoreline retreat due to sea-level rise and climate change pose threats to shoreline management in the Niger Delta. This study focuses on analyzing shoreline recession and estuarine current velocities in south-eastern Nigeria, using techniques like shoreline mapping and beach
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Embedding Career Readiness for Student Success: Strategies and Insights
Explore the importance of career readiness in students' success, gain insights on key competencies, employer perspectives, and strategies to enhance students' readiness for the workplace. Learn how to design activities and resources to empower students in their career journey.
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Understanding Economic Forecasting Challenges Amid the Recession
Executive Director Janet Harrah of Haile/US Bank College of Business discusses the factors influencing the depth and length of the recession, the impact on the Cincinnati MSA job market, and the importance of CARES Act funding in stabilizing various sectors of the economy amidst unprecedented econom
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Oral Peptides for Gingival Recession & Mucosa Repair
Discover how oral peptides can aid in repairing gingival recession and strengthening oral mucosa health. These natural compounds work to support tissue regeneration, promote gum health, and enhance the resilience of your mouth's delicate tissues. Unl
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