“Location, location, location“ has long been the mantra of real estate agents advising their clients on what’s most important when searching for the ideal place to live. Today a…
To Tweet or Not To Tweet? It’s not a question anymore. Not long ago, if you’d mentioned that there was tweeting about a disaster, most would think you were…
Popular services like Uber, Lyft and Airbnb are just part of a new multi-billion dollar sharing industry that has consumers clamoring for new deals and conveniences, and local governments…
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Exploring the positive impact that music and a music strategy can make within your community. Music is Absolutely Essential to Our Community Life Many cities across the United States…
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Case Study: City of Easton, PA The Challenge It’s not unusual for the City of Easton, PA to receive 50 to 70 calls, emails or drop-in requests each week…
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Back in 1992 Bruce Springsteen was lamenting the problem of “57 Channels (And Nothin’ On).” In those days he was throwing shade at cable television. Twenty-five years later, it’s…
From the historic to the hysterical, local festivals are on the rise, prompting host municipalities to take a closer look at legislation that protects their community, residents and patrons….
Centuries ago, Greek astronomer Claudius Ptolemy proclaimed that the Earth was the center of the universe and everything in the cosmos revolved around our tiny blue planet. Much as…
Transition from in-house process to a dedicated codification partner leads to greater accessibility and efficiency The Challenge When Allison Ferreira was appointed Town Clerk for the Town of Middleborough,…
Exploring how a less car-centric environment can positively impact the livability of your community-at-large. “Streets and their sidewalks—the main public places of a city—are its most vital organs.” Jane…
Despite the growing popularity of e-scooters as a fun and environmentally-friendly way to traverse cities, not all municipalities and regulators are fully along for the ride. The e-scooter industry…
A Message from General Code About COVID-19 > Building Vibrant, Resilient Communities Together General Code’s codification experts are focused on simplifying how local governments and their constituents find, access,…
Across the country, cities and counties are taking a stand against the controversial puppy mill industry by adopting retail pet sale bans. Dogs are family. Like any family member,…
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By regularly updating your Code with any new or amended legislation, you’re making certain that your municipal Code is an enforceable and reliable resource that empowers everyone in your…
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Our new user-centric online services offer smart ways to presentzoning information and help encourage community growth. Visual Zoning™ As communities continue to change and grow, the ability to understand…
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The regulation of signs has never been an easy issue for local governments. Municipalities have often found themselves between a rock and a hard place, trying to find the…
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In a matter of weeks, so much about our communities has changed. Local governments are juggling a massive number of issues in response to the COVID-19 pandemic and are…
The Municipal Clerks Honor Roll Is Here! Congratulations to all of the honorees of the 2020 Municipal Clerks Honor Roll! Once again communities and municipal staff across the country…
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CASE STUDY: Calvert County, MD Since 1999, General Code has been the codifier of choice for Calvert County, MD. The county recently completed an update to its Economic Development…
“If you build it, they will come,” right? Not exactly. But there are many ways to attract traffic to your social media accounts. Providing a Roadmap to Your Social…
Get Thee To A Social Media Policy Social media is a great tool for local governments to communicate with the people they serve. Board meeting announcements, notices of recently…
As we monitor and learn more about the spread of Coronavirus in our communities, we want to be transparent about what we’re doing as a company to protect our…
2019 marked the return of the Municipal Clerks Honor Roll. Communities and municipal staff across the country stepped up to nominate an exemplary Clerk they felt deserved to be…
Loosening of consumer fireworks bans is helping states add more boom to their bottom lines. While only 15 states nationwide currently permit fireworks sales for consumer use, more and…
The familiar sight of single-use plastic shopping bags at the checkout line will be coming to an end in many U.S. cities and towns in 2020. New state and…
By regularly updating your Code with any new or amended legislation, you’re making certain that your community’s Code is an enforceable and reliable resource for everyone. Constituents can find…
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Considering codifying your local laws? If the process is done correctly, your Code of laws can be a reliable resource that your staff and constituents can refer to and…
The use of solar energy in homes and industry seems to be expanding at light speed. For many municipalities across the nation, adding solar power as a clean energy…
Urban beekeeping is all the buzz in cities nationwide, challenging local governments to find a balance between the protection of a vital species and the rights and concerns of…
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It’s National BBQ Month and National Hamburger Month. Eat well—and grill safely. If you love juicy steaks, ribs and burgers, the month of May might seem like Christmas and…
Bullying is no longer limited to fist fights and name calling on the neighborhood playground. With the evolution of the internet, smartphones and social media platforms, bullying has truly…
CASE STUDY: Town of Irondequoit, NY As General Code celebrates the 10th anniversary of eCode360, some long-time clients reflect on the industry-leading online Code platform and the many ways…
State and federal agencies and municipal leagues periodically develop model ordinances to assist counties and municipalities in drafting new legislation to address certain topics. Some common examples are floodplain…
Does your municipality have the best strawberry festival? Are you trying to get a new music or arts fest off the ground? Does your local farm market need to…
After 49 years serving the codification needs of local municipalities, New Jersey-based Coded Systems has announced that it is merging with General Code, LLC. This new partnership will provide…
Restaurant noise is causing patrons to choose between loud popular eateries and their hearing health. Eating establishments and local governments are working to reduce excessive restaurant noise and give…
1896 was not a good year for pedestrians and bicyclists. Unfortunately, it was the year that saw the first fatalities result from motor vehicle transportation when one person froze…
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Plastic bans are becoming more prevalent in today’s era of climate crisis. In a remote area of the Pacific Ocean, vigorous currents converge into a swirling vortex where anything…
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Taking a Proactive Approach Governments are ramping up technology in the quest to show the citizens they represent that they are being proactive in their approach to transparency. Technology…
Participation in the 2020 Municipal Clerks Honor Roll proved that even a global pandemic couldn’t stop communities from saluting the important work and dedication of a valued group of…
Should drone technology be tightly regulated—or not at all? State legislatures are grappling with this issue in an attempt to balance public safety and privacy concerns with the enormous…
The recent adoption of a Federal Act to raise the minimum age to buy tobacco products from 18 to 21 may require some municipalities to consider changes to their…
Good social media practice requires a balance of sharing good, useful information, and listening to what others are saying to you and about you. “If you listen, you may…
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Are you new to eCode360? Have you had eCode360 for a while and want to make sure you’re getting the most out of all of its great features? Did…
What does “the future of cities” mean to you? To some it might simply be having access to clean water or navigating safer roads. For those in municipal government,…
Frederick Law Olmsted was among the first to regard landscape architecture as a profession and a fine art. He was also, far and away, the most eminent and successful…
Social media is still one of the newer ways that people are getting information about and from their local governments. And local government is striving to be as effective…
There’s no question that municipal clerks are among the most dedicated public servants in the country. Why not give your clerk some well-deserved kudos with a nomination to the…
This year’s Municipal Clerks Honor Roll drew nominations for more than 100 Municipal Clerks, including this special praise from one Wisconsin Clerk to all his peers. The following was…
During the current COVID-19 health emergency, many constituents are finding that their online code is for the birds. Quite literally. And it’s helping them to cope. In fact, one…
CASE STUDY: Township of Leacock, PA The Challenge For years, approved legislation for the Township of Leacock in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania was kept in a book of ordinances that…
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It’s always a pleasure to see our clients get recognized for the great work they do. Here’s a look at some of the great achievements that have come to…
With another hot summer on the way, you’re likely to get bombarded with questions about backyard swimming pools. There are a number of forms and permits the town will…
Municipal Employees: Request Your eCode360 Login With a login, municipal employees can enjoy full access to their municipality’s eCode360 tools. Complete the form below. Once we verify that your…
This TEDxVancouver video details the “Happy City Experiment” as coordinated by award-winning writer and urbanist Charles Montgomery. The experiment explored what would happen if an abandoned city space in…
