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Auditors: Attack on Auditor Independence in Iowa RouteFifty The Iowa Senate passed a bill that would effectively neuter the state auditor. If the House approves the bill, the ramifications could be debilitating for the state’s fiscal health. Legislators: New Bill on Using … Continue reading →

Beware: The Statistics from Nowhere The Atlantic Unfortunately, the very pervasiveness of meaningless numbers undercuts the credibility of statistics more generally, even when the numbers never make it into anyone’s financial calculations. . . . Audiences should be skeptical of … Continue reading →

When Data-Based Decision-Making Is Flawed RouteFifty There may even be an inverse correlation between increased use of data and the likelihood that it is accurate, timely and useful. . . . “The more you rely on data, the more incentive … Continue reading →

A Tribute to Harry Hatry Barrett & Greene Harry Hatry, 92, a pioneer of great renown in the field of performance management died on February 20th from complications resulting from pneumonia. His career spanned over 60 years, during which time … Continue reading →

Measurement Tools Help Cities Public Administration Today On November 30, 2022, the National League of Cities and the International WELL Building Institute co-hosted a webinar on “Tools to Measure Health & Well-being for Infrastructure Development,” as part of their ongoing partnership … Continue reading →