Raymond Horan, Sector Improvement Manager, SOLGM
While everyone else was working on LTPs the SOLGM Planning and Accountability Working Party hasn’t been idle. Raymond will present the key parts of SOLGM’s
upcoming guidance on service delivery reviews including:
• developing a long-term programme for reviews
• making the call on whether a review is justified
• conducting a review
• reviews and obligations under employment law.
Presentation by Bob Carberry, Assistant Secretary Regulatory Cooperation Council Secretariat Privy Council Office, at the joint meeting of the OECD Regulatory Policy Committee and Trade Committee on 5 November 2015, Session 1: Learning more about IRC mechanisms, Paris, 5 November 2015. Further information is available at http://www.oecd.org/gov/regulatory-policy/irc.htm.
Evaluators who conduct studies of Federal government programs routinely encounter challenges navigating various data collection protocols and processes, such as Information Collection Requests (ICR) required by the Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA). This presentation will provide contextual information on why processes like the PRA and ICRs exist, how information collection burdens have changed over time, and highlight challenges routinely encountered in navigating such processes. The presentation will then discuss how evaluators can work with the ICR process to achieve target production timeframes, work within existing agency processes, and address and integrate public comments, while improving the overall quality of an evaluation. Data collected from original interviews related to activities of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) will be presented in highlighting evaluation challenges and solutions used to address limitations.
Presentation by Rachel Holloway, Department for Business, Energy, & Industrial Strategy, United Kingdom, at the RIA workshop which took place in Lima on 22-24 May 2017. Further information is available at www.oecd.org/gov/regulatory-policy/.
Compliance and Ethics Program Assessment. Why should you want to assess your program and practical assessment strategies for benchmarking and assessment.
APM Benefits Summit 2017 : Realising benefits in a changing world
From ambition to delivery: Don't just do something, stand there and think!
presented by Joseph Lowe, HMRC
22 June 2017
Presentation by Bob Carberry, Assistant Secretary Regulatory Cooperation Council Secretariat Privy Council Office, at the joint meeting of the OECD Regulatory Policy Committee and Trade Committee on 5 November 2015, Session 1: Learning more about IRC mechanisms, Paris, 5 November 2015. Further information is available at http://www.oecd.org/gov/regulatory-policy/irc.htm.
Evaluators who conduct studies of Federal government programs routinely encounter challenges navigating various data collection protocols and processes, such as Information Collection Requests (ICR) required by the Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA). This presentation will provide contextual information on why processes like the PRA and ICRs exist, how information collection burdens have changed over time, and highlight challenges routinely encountered in navigating such processes. The presentation will then discuss how evaluators can work with the ICR process to achieve target production timeframes, work within existing agency processes, and address and integrate public comments, while improving the overall quality of an evaluation. Data collected from original interviews related to activities of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) will be presented in highlighting evaluation challenges and solutions used to address limitations.
Presentation by Rachel Holloway, Department for Business, Energy, & Industrial Strategy, United Kingdom, at the RIA workshop which took place in Lima on 22-24 May 2017. Further information is available at www.oecd.org/gov/regulatory-policy/.
Compliance and Ethics Program Assessment. Why should you want to assess your program and practical assessment strategies for benchmarking and assessment.
APM Benefits Summit 2017 : Realising benefits in a changing world
From ambition to delivery: Don't just do something, stand there and think!
presented by Joseph Lowe, HMRC
22 June 2017
Presentation by Rachel Holloway, Department for Business, Energy, & Industrial Strategy, United Kingdom, at the RIA workshop which took place in Lima on 22-24 May 2017. Further information is available at www.oecd.org/gov/regulatory-policy/.
How to Obtain the Best Consulting Support for your Radio System Upgrade or Re...Black & Veatch
U.S. cities and counties strive to improve mission critical communications, but selecting a land mobile radio system or a new Long-Term Evolution (LTE) system that is cost-competitive and meets current and future operational requirements can be a formidable task. This presentation provides five essential RFP development tips.
Professional Ethics for CPAs - What the Rules Say and How to Interpret ThemMcKonly & Asbury, LLP
This webinar was hosted by McKonly & Asbury Partners, Janice Snyder and Michael Hoffner and reviewed the structure of the current AICPA Code of Professional Conduct as well as provided an overview of how CPAs in both Public Practice and serving in Industry should interpret the requirements therein. The presenters went through the outline of the Code, explaining where to find various components of the regulations and providing a series of examples to illustrate the application of the framework.
Your project selected_for_audit_sip18_project_auditorsJoy Gumz
Project audit: Presentation about auditing project management with Case study view. Presentation given at PMI EMEA Congress 2006 by Project Auditors LLC.
Effective ex post Evaluation: Purpose and ChallengesOECD Governance
Presentation by Gary Banks, Chair of the Regulatory Policy Committee, at the 9th Conference on Measuring Regulatory Performance - Closing the Regulatory Cycle: Effective ex post Evaluation for Improved Policy Outcomes which took place in Lisbon on 20-21 June 2017. Further information is available at www.oecd.org/gov/regulatory-policy/measuring-regulatory-performance.htm.
Industry Internship Presentation- AbbottMonika Sinha
During the industry internship, the main crux of the projects was to BRING PROCESS EFFICIENCY at Abbott. The three major projects which were under taken during the internship were:
1. Project “Operations CoE”
2. Project “Know Your Benefits”
3. Project “Become A Talent Scout”
The project “OPERATIONS CENTER OF EXCELLENCE” deals with the recruitment process. The recruitment process requires a team to follow various activities which may be non-value add activities for a recruiter, however important for the process. Determining what adds value and to remove/ modify the non-value added activities was the major concern. The focus of this project was to make the recruitment process more lean and efficient. The project “KNOW YOUR BENEFITS” was related to preparation of a Compensation Manual for the Employees at Abbott. The Processes in getting a relocation policy, a company car, a company leased accommodation, etc. are not easily understood by the employees and it is also very difficult for the recruiters to make them understand. The manual provides the Process Maps as well as a detailed description on the benefits that the employees can avail. The Project “BECOME A TALENT SCOUT” was all about designing an Abbott’s Employee Referral Program (ERP) to help source top talent, build diversity and take advantage of the most effective source of new hires: referrals from current employees.
Workshop: Improving alignment between the Transport Agency and local governme...SOLGMNZ
Helen Lane and Jeremy Blake, Principal Analysts from New Zealand Transport Agency and Steven Finlay, Manager, Business Solutions, LGNZ
The purpose of this session is to provide an update on some initiatives that the Transport Agency is working on with local government, with particular focus on:
• The Long Term Investment View
• Embedding the one network journey approach
• One Network Road Classification
We will then discuss and get feedback on the different business rhythms in play across central and local government and how we might better align local governments Long Term Planning processes with the NLTP and RLTP processes including the State Highway Asset Management Plan (SHAMP) and; how the Agency can best provide investment signals.
Nick Maybury, Communications Manager, New Plymouth District Council
My Rates is an online tool developed for use alongside New Plymouth’s LTP consultation document. It was designed to show an individual ratepayer how the proposals in the plan affected the rates on ‘their property’. Nick will explain how the council developed the tool, how it fitted with the engagement New Plymouth did on the CD, and how it helped influence the overall results.
Presentation by Rachel Holloway, Department for Business, Energy, & Industrial Strategy, United Kingdom, at the RIA workshop which took place in Lima on 22-24 May 2017. Further information is available at www.oecd.org/gov/regulatory-policy/.
How to Obtain the Best Consulting Support for your Radio System Upgrade or Re...Black & Veatch
U.S. cities and counties strive to improve mission critical communications, but selecting a land mobile radio system or a new Long-Term Evolution (LTE) system that is cost-competitive and meets current and future operational requirements can be a formidable task. This presentation provides five essential RFP development tips.
Professional Ethics for CPAs - What the Rules Say and How to Interpret ThemMcKonly & Asbury, LLP
This webinar was hosted by McKonly & Asbury Partners, Janice Snyder and Michael Hoffner and reviewed the structure of the current AICPA Code of Professional Conduct as well as provided an overview of how CPAs in both Public Practice and serving in Industry should interpret the requirements therein. The presenters went through the outline of the Code, explaining where to find various components of the regulations and providing a series of examples to illustrate the application of the framework.
Your project selected_for_audit_sip18_project_auditorsJoy Gumz
Project audit: Presentation about auditing project management with Case study view. Presentation given at PMI EMEA Congress 2006 by Project Auditors LLC.
Effective ex post Evaluation: Purpose and ChallengesOECD Governance
Presentation by Gary Banks, Chair of the Regulatory Policy Committee, at the 9th Conference on Measuring Regulatory Performance - Closing the Regulatory Cycle: Effective ex post Evaluation for Improved Policy Outcomes which took place in Lisbon on 20-21 June 2017. Further information is available at www.oecd.org/gov/regulatory-policy/measuring-regulatory-performance.htm.
Industry Internship Presentation- AbbottMonika Sinha
During the industry internship, the main crux of the projects was to BRING PROCESS EFFICIENCY at Abbott. The three major projects which were under taken during the internship were:
1. Project “Operations CoE”
2. Project “Know Your Benefits”
3. Project “Become A Talent Scout”
The project “OPERATIONS CENTER OF EXCELLENCE” deals with the recruitment process. The recruitment process requires a team to follow various activities which may be non-value add activities for a recruiter, however important for the process. Determining what adds value and to remove/ modify the non-value added activities was the major concern. The focus of this project was to make the recruitment process more lean and efficient. The project “KNOW YOUR BENEFITS” was related to preparation of a Compensation Manual for the Employees at Abbott. The Processes in getting a relocation policy, a company car, a company leased accommodation, etc. are not easily understood by the employees and it is also very difficult for the recruiters to make them understand. The manual provides the Process Maps as well as a detailed description on the benefits that the employees can avail. The Project “BECOME A TALENT SCOUT” was all about designing an Abbott’s Employee Referral Program (ERP) to help source top talent, build diversity and take advantage of the most effective source of new hires: referrals from current employees.
Workshop: Improving alignment between the Transport Agency and local governme...SOLGMNZ
Helen Lane and Jeremy Blake, Principal Analysts from New Zealand Transport Agency and Steven Finlay, Manager, Business Solutions, LGNZ
The purpose of this session is to provide an update on some initiatives that the Transport Agency is working on with local government, with particular focus on:
• The Long Term Investment View
• Embedding the one network journey approach
• One Network Road Classification
We will then discuss and get feedback on the different business rhythms in play across central and local government and how we might better align local governments Long Term Planning processes with the NLTP and RLTP processes including the State Highway Asset Management Plan (SHAMP) and; how the Agency can best provide investment signals.
Nick Maybury, Communications Manager, New Plymouth District Council
My Rates is an online tool developed for use alongside New Plymouth’s LTP consultation document. It was designed to show an individual ratepayer how the proposals in the plan affected the rates on ‘their property’. Nick will explain how the council developed the tool, how it fitted with the engagement New Plymouth did on the CD, and how it helped influence the overall results.
Judy Campbell, Chief Executive, Gisborne District Council
Gisborne District was an entrant in the Gigatown competition – eventually finishing second to Dunedin. The relationships built through this competition have enabled the community to gain momentum in areas such as economic development and education.
Judy will describe how Gisborne mobilised a community to the extent that they almost surpassed a competitor several times their size. Gisborne was able to reach out to the young, the elderly, Maori, and even those without online access.
Note: This presentation is based on the engagement programme that won the Council Community Relations category at the 2015 McGredy Winder SOLGM Local Government Excellence Awards.
Case study: Wellington councils collaborate to establish a single source of d...SOLGMNZ
Penny Bloomberg, .id
A short introduction to .id’s community profile, social atlas and forecasting tools backgrounding the collaboration of the eight Wellington councils to establish a single source of demographic and forecasting information for all council staff, CCOs, government agencies, community organisations and the public.
Raymond Horan, Sector Improvement Manager, SOLGM
The SOLGM Executive has approved a strategic direction for SOLGM that will see us take more of a leadership role in policy debates and the introduction of ideas into the sector. Raymond will discuss this and what it means for those involved in community planning.
The Exceptions Based Annual Plan – Some Stakes in the GroundSOLGMNZ
Jonathan Salter, Partner, Simpson Grierson
The 2016/17 annual plan will be the first to operate under the “exceptions” regime of the Local Government Amendment Act 2014. Jonathan
Richard Hughes, Principal Specialist, Auckland Plan Implementation, Auckland
Council
It’s been almost three years since the Auckland Council adopted the Auckland Plan, New Zealand’s first (and only) mandatory spatial plan. Richard will discuss how the Auckland Plan features in the day to day planning of council, and how it is made a living document.
Bruce Robertson, Assistant Auditor-General – Local Government, Office of the
Auditor-General
The 2015 LTPs and the associated consultation documents were a repackaging of the requirements around long-term planning. Bruce will discuss what he and others in the Audit Office have
The Influence of New Information and Digital Technologies on the Local Government Sector
Presented by Blair Dickie, Principal Adviser – Science and Strategy, Waikato Regional Council
At the SOLGM Community Plan Forum 2015
Understanding the Challenges of Street ChildrenSERUDS INDIA
By raising awareness, providing support, advocating for change, and offering assistance to children in need, individuals can play a crucial role in improving the lives of street children and helping them realize their full potential
Donate Us
https://serudsindia.org/how-individuals-can-support-street-children-in-india/
#donatefororphan, #donateforhomelesschildren, #childeducation, #ngochildeducation, #donateforeducation, #donationforchildeducation, #sponsorforpoorchild, #sponsororphanage #sponsororphanchild, #donation, #education, #charity, #educationforchild, #seruds, #kurnool, #joyhome
Many ways to support street children.pptxSERUDS INDIA
By raising awareness, providing support, advocating for change, and offering assistance to children in need, individuals can play a crucial role in improving the lives of street children and helping them realize their full potential
Donate Us
https://serudsindia.org/how-individuals-can-support-street-children-in-india/
#donatefororphan, #donateforhomelesschildren, #childeducation, #ngochildeducation, #donateforeducation, #donationforchildeducation, #sponsorforpoorchild, #sponsororphanage #sponsororphanchild, #donation, #education, #charity, #educationforchild, #seruds, #kurnool, #joyhome
This session provides a comprehensive overview of the latest updates to the Uniform Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles, and Audit Requirements for Federal Awards (commonly known as the Uniform Guidance) outlined in the 2 CFR 200.
With a focus on the 2024 revisions issued by the Office of Management and Budget (OMB), participants will gain insight into the key changes affecting federal grant recipients. The session will delve into critical regulatory updates, providing attendees with the knowledge and tools necessary to navigate and comply with the evolving landscape of federal grant management.
Learning Objectives:
- Understand the rationale behind the 2024 updates to the Uniform Guidance outlined in 2 CFR 200, and their implications for federal grant recipients.
- Identify the key changes and revisions introduced by the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) in the 2024 edition of 2 CFR 200.
- Gain proficiency in applying the updated regulations to ensure compliance with federal grant requirements and avoid potential audit findings.
- Develop strategies for effectively implementing the new guidelines within the grant management processes of their respective organizations, fostering efficiency and accountability in federal grant administration.
ZGB - The Role of Generative AI in Government transformation.pdfSaeed Al Dhaheri
This keynote was presented during the the 7th edition of the UAE Hackathon 2024. It highlights the role of AI and Generative AI in addressing government transformation to achieve zero government bureaucracy
Jennifer Schaus and Associates hosts a complimentary webinar series on The FAR in 2024. Join the webinars on Wednesdays and Fridays at noon, eastern.
Recordings are on YouTube and the company website.
https://www.youtube.com/@jenniferschaus/videos
A process server is a authorized person for delivering legal documents, such as summons, complaints, subpoenas, and other court papers, to peoples involved in legal proceedings.
Presentation by Jared Jageler, David Adler, Noelia Duchovny, and Evan Herrnstadt, analysts in CBO’s Microeconomic Studies and Health Analysis Divisions, at the Association of Environmental and Resource Economists Summer Conference.
3. 3
What is a s17A review
“periodically assess the cost-effectiveness of
current arrangements for meeting the needs of
communities for good quality (services)”
4. 4
The s17A review - purpose
• An outcome of the “Efficiency Taskforce”
• A spur to seek efficiencies and to talk to
others
• Not a requirement to contract out, form
CCOs etc
6. 6
A couple of other ‘preliminaries’
• There is no legislative ‘stick’ – but non-
compliance has risks
• The process is open to you (barring some
minima)
7. 7
Some reminders
• First reviews must be completed by August
2017
• Circumstances may dictate earlier review
• There may be statutory options - but you
may need to consider others
8. 8
What’s a service ?
• Starting point – what’s an activity for LTP
purposes
• Bulk like activities together e.g. water and
wastewater
• There will be exceptions
10. 10
Triggers
• Significant change to levels of service
• Expiration of a contract within two years
• Expiry of the last review (i.e. its been six
years)
11. 11
Out clauses - consider
• Cost of the review
• Cost of the service
• Elapsed time since the last review
• Changes in environment since the last review
• Effectiveness of current arrangements
• Capacity gains or losses
13. 13
Developing a review programme
1. Identify triggers
2. Stocktake previous reviews
3. Group like services together
14. 14
Developing a review programme
1. Identify triggers
2. Stocktake previous reviews
3. Group like services together
4. Talk to your neighbours
15. 15
Developing a review programme
1. Identify triggers
2. Stocktake previous reviews
3. Group like services together
4. Talk to your neighbours
5. Identify resource
16. 16
Developing a review programme
1. Identify triggers
2. Stocktake previous reviews
3. Group like services together
4. Talk to your neighbours
5. Identify resource
6. Identify initial priorities
17. 17
Developing a review programme
1. Identify triggers
2. Stocktake previous reviews
3. Group like services together
4. Talk to your neighbours
5. Identify resource
6. Identify initial priorities
7. Seek political input and refine
18. 18
Undertaking a review
1. Gather background information
2. Determine review objectives and scope
3. Select review agents
4. Perform the analysis
5. Document the analysis
19. 19
Background info
• Mostly common sense – costs, current
arrangements etc
• Don’t forget the rationale for delivery, and
non-financial performance
• What about customer and stakeholder
views?
20. 20
Determining scope
• The place for ‘scaling’ the review and doing
the B/C analysis
• Knock out the impractical options – but
document why
• Engagement?
21. 21
Review agent
• Who does the review?
• What skills and knowledge does the review
need?
• Is the review best conducted by an
independent person?
