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Introducing the State and Local Government Series from LexisNexis® Sheshunoff®

Regardless of size or location, no organization is immune to the unexpected—that is, to risk. As a public sector professional you are, by necessity, a risk-management practitioner. The State and Local Government Series offers you both the best practices necessary to manage a variety of public sector functions as well as the resources —sample plans, policies, training materials and model handbooks—needed to do the job. Each of these publications provides time- tested, authoritative guidance and practical tools (policies, plans, risk assessments, etc.) to help make the job of managing risk in the public sector easier and your outcomes more successful.

The State and Local Government Series will help you with:

• More effective and informed decision making

• Enhanced leadership and risk-management skills

• Organizational stability and reduced reliance on key personnel

• Ensured safety of personnel and the public

• Minimized legal liability and potential economic loss

• Faster drafting of plans, policies and procedures

• Reduced disruption of normal operations and orderly recovery process

• Compliance with legal and statutory requirements

• Reduced probability of risk incidents in your organization

• Increased asset and record protection

• Achieving the organization’s strategic goals

About the AuthorsBob Hart is the city manager of Kennedale, Texas, located in the Dallas/ Fort Worth metropolitan area. He has served as city manager of five other small and midsize Texas cities, and during his tenure, these cities have enjoyed significant national recognition. Mr. Hart currently serves on the Accreditation Council of the American Public Works Association and the First Tier Suburbs Council for the National League of Cities.

Geoffrey H. Wold, CPA, CITP, CMA, CISA, CGEIT, CRISC, CMC, CFSA, specializes in IT security and controls, business continuity planning and management, and technology planning and management. He holds a BA in mathematics and an MBA in accounting and information systems. Mr. Wold performs and directs business continuity consulting projects for the public sector. His experience includes risk assessments, business impact analysis, continuity strategies, written plans/procedures, training, testing and maintenance.

Peter C. Young, Ph.D., holds the 3M Endowed Chair in International Business, and in that position is responsible for global business education initiatives at the Opus College of Business—University of St. Thomas. There he developed two highly successful international MBA courses of-fered in London on global financial services and on global risk management. He is considered one of the world’s leading authorities and educators on the subject of risk management, and has written extensively about the subject.

BONUS PRACTICE AIDS!Practice aids—such as checklists, risk assessment worksheets, forms, sample policies, and model plans and handbooks—can be customized to fit an organization’s unique needs. Each eBook purchase includes executable Zip files with practice aids and the full text of the publication. This added content is included on a CD-ROM with the print publications.


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Business Continuity PreparednessGeoffrey H. Wold

This resource assists public sector organizations with minimizing disruption and its escalation, thus reducing the impact on mandated services and essential functions. The unique workbook format includes checklists, customizable forms, sample procedures and questionnaires, which can be tailored to meet individual needs. Business Continuity Preparedness provides detailed descriptions of the process and methodology for developing a clear, comprehensive business continuity plan that complies with legal requirements and satisfies regulatory and statutory standards.

Part I Planning Overview and MethodologyCh. 1 Laws, Standards, and FrameworksCh. 2 Business Continuity Planning OverviewCh. 3 Business Continuity Planning Methodology

Part II Phase 1: Risk AssessmentCh. 4 Risk Assessment ProcessCh. 5 Backup and Offsite StorageCh. 6 IT Security and Control Considerations

eBOOK • 1 electronic file in epub or mobi format, with executable Zip files, updated annually, Pub. #04932, eISBN 9781632811073PRINT • 1 volume, loose-leaf (approx. 600 pgs), with CD-ROM, updated annually, ISBN 9781632807762

Part III Phase 2: Business Impact AnalysisCh. 7 Business Impact Analysis

Part IV Phase 3: BCP Continuity Strategies and SolutionsCh. 8 BCP Strategies and SolutionsCh. 9 Contracting for Recovery Services

Part V Phase 4: Plan Design and DevelopmentCh. 10 BCP Design and DocumentationCh. 11 Information Technology Disaster Recovery Planning

City Manager’s Desk Reference Bob Hart

This handbook provides a base of information that will be useful for city managers to carry out their function or position. More importantly, it is rooted in the belief that the culture in an organization is fundamental to how well the organization can perform and how the city organization aligns itself with the vision, needs and expectations of the residents of the community. Step-by-step guidance and model city management plans, including a sample strategic plan, public works design plan, model advisory board handbook, model street maintenance operational manual, and sample personnel policies and procedures.

Part I Developing Organizational AbilitiesCh. 1 Cultural IssuesCh. 2 Vision and MissionCh. 3 Ethics and ValuesCh. 4 GovernanceCh. 5 Management PhilosophyCh. 6 Strategic PlanningCh. 7 Customer Service ProgramCh. 8 Advisory Board HandbookCh. 9 Community AssessmentCh. 10 Branding Your CityCh. 11 [Reserved]

Part II City ServicesCh. 12 Police ServicesCh. 13 Fire Services

Ch. 14 Emergency Medical ServicesCh. 15 Emergency ManagementCh. 16 Pandemic PreparednessCh. 17 Planning and DevelopmentCh. 18 Building InspectionsCh. 19 Economic DevelopmentCh. 20 Parks and RecreationCh. 21 Library ServicesCh. 22 Animal ControlCh. 23 Public WorksCh. 24 AirportsCh. 25 Streets and TransportationCh. 26 Stormwater UtilityCh. 27 Water ManagementCh. 28 Wastewater ManagementCh. 29 Solid WasteCh. 30 Gas Utilities

Part III City OperationsCh. 33 FinanceCh. 34 TreasuryCh. 35 Performance MeasurementCh. 36 Information ManagementCh. 37 Legal ServicesCh. 38 Human ResourcesCh. 39 Model Employee PoliciesCh. 40 Employee Leadership Development HandbookCh. 41 Risk ManagementCh. 42 Model Safety Handbook

Ch. 12 Continuity of Operations PlanningCh. 13 Data Collection

Part VI Phase 5: Plan Validation—Training, Testing, and ExerciseCh. 14 Continuity Plan TrainingCh. 15 Testing the Plan

Part VII Phase 6: BCP AdministrationCh. 16 BCP Management and MaintenanceGlossaryIndex


eBOOK • 1 electronic file in epub or mobi format, with executable Zip files, updated annually, Pub. #04931, eISBN 9781632811066PRINT • 1 volume, loose-leaf (approx. 1,250 pgs.), with CD-ROM, updated annually, ISBN 9781632807755


Information Security: Operations & Technology ManagementGeoffrey Wold

This resource is written for government officials, senior management, IT management, and less experienced security administrators to help them understand and deal with existing security risks. The author describes a methodology for security planning that focuses on risks, related threats, tools for addressing the threats and the processes needed to build more secure systems and continuously monitor and improve security. The approach is based on a proven technique that results in documented security strategies and informed decisions. Information Security can be used as a guide for security “best practices” because it provides a wider perspective on security in general for a better understanding of how to reduce and manage security risk. Numerous forms, charts and diagrams are included to facilitate performing the process in a logical and efficient manner.

Part I Risk Assessment PhaseCh. 1 Computer Crime TechniquesCh. 2 Laws, Standards, and FrameworksCh. 3 Risk Assessment Process

Part II Protective Controls PhaseCh. 4 Physical SecurityCh. 5 Authentication and AuthorizationCh. 6 Biometric IdentificationCh. 7 Password ManagementCh. 8 Server Security and ManagementCh. 9 Firewall Security and ManagementCh. 10 Encryption TechniquesCh. 11 Malware Threats and Mitigation Strategies

Ch. 12 Application Security and ControlsCh. 13 Security Awareness and Training

Part III Detective Controls PhaseCh. 14 Computer Security Logs and Audit TrailsCh. 15 Intrusion Detection and Prevention SystemsCh. 16 Forensic TechniquesCh. 17 Information Security AssessmentsCh. 18 Management and Organizational Security and ControlsCh. 19 Systems Development and Maintenance Controls

Part IV Security Planning and Management PhaseCh. 20 Security Planning ProcessCh. 21 IT Security Governance

Ch. 22 Mobile Device Management and Security Ch. 23 Cloud Computing and IT OutsourcingCh. 24 Information Security Metrics

Part V Response Management PhaseCh. 25 Incident Response PlanCh. 26 Backup and Offsite StorageCh. 27 Business Continuity Planning and ManagementCh. 28 Continuity of Operations Planning

Part VI Compliance Management PhaseCh. 29 External Audit

Part VII Working MaterialsAppendix A Risk Assessment WorksheetsAppendix B Sample PoliciesAppendix C ExhibitsGlossaryIndex


eBOOK • 1 electronic file in epub or mobi format, with executable Zip files, updated annually, Pub. #04933, eISBN 9781632811080PRINT • 1 volume, loose-leaf (approx. 1,400 pgs.), with CD-ROM, updated annually, ISBN 9781632807779

Risk Management and Leadership Peter C. Young

The focus of this resource is on practical management of risks and integration of risk management into the overall management of government entities. It provides guidance for those in the public sector to understand and apply risk management to their particular work circumstances as well as providing guidance in putting to use the concepts and practices discussed in the book. Case studies, sample mission statements, planning methodology, risk identification tools and techniques are included to help develop and implement risk-management best practices.


Part I Establishing ContextCh. 1 Principles of RiskCh. 2 The Public Sector EnvironmentCh. 3 History and Current ContextCh. 4 Public Organization Risk Management

Part II Assessing and Analyzing RiskCh. 5 Risk AssessmentCh. 6 Global Risks: Big Picture RisksCh. 7 Strategic Risks: The Leadership LevelCh. 8 Operational Risks 1: Impact on AssetsCh. 9 Operational Risks 2: Exposures to LiabilityCh. 10 Risk Leaders/Risk Managers

Part III Risk TreatmentCh. 11 Risk Decision-MakingCh. 12 Risk ControlCh. 13 Financing the Cost of RiskCh. 14 Insurance: An Essential Risk ToolCh. 15 Pooling and Cooperative Risk FinancingCh. 16 Making Risk Management Work in the Public Sector

eBOOK • 1 electronic file in epub or mobi format, with executable Zip files, updated annually, Pub. #04935, eISBN 9781632811103PRINT • 1 volume, loose-leaf (approx. 600 pgs.), with CD-ROM, updated annually, ISBN 9781632807793


Technology Planning and Management Geoffrey Wold

Government organizations depend heavily on automated systems and technology, impacted by rapidly advancing technology associated with the industry. The technology planning process is especially important in view of diverse technology and the variety of functions and operations in government agencies. Because your technology resources are limited, you need a plan to optimize expenditures.

The manual describes a methodology for developing a technology plan that effectively can guide management’s use of critical resources. The process can identify new technologies that can help government organizations achieve short- and long-term objectives in a cost-effective manner. The approach is based on a proven technique that results in documented strategies and informed decisions. The manual includes forms, charts and diagrams to facilitate performing the process in a logical and efficient manner.


Part I Technology Planning OverviewCh. 1 The Technology Planning Process and its BenefitsCh. 2 Laws, Standards, and FrameworksCh. 3 Government Technology Trends

Part II Technology Planning ProcessCh. 4 Organizing and Structuring the ProjectCh. 5 Assessing Current Status and GoalsCh. 6 Identifying Technology RequirementsCh. 7 Developing the Technology Plan

Ch. 8 Analyzing Business Process Improvement Opportunities

Part III Technology and Systems SelectionCh. 9 Analyzing Sourcing OptionsCh. 10 Performing a Systems / Vendor SelectionCh. 11 Implementing the Selected System

Part IV IT Governance and ManagementCh. 12 Management and Organizational Best PracticesCh. 13 Mobile Device ManagementCh. 14 Backup and Offsite StorageCh. 15 Business Continuity Planning

Ch. 16 Systems Development Life CycleCh. 17 Network Technology

Part V IT Security ManagementCh. 18 Security PlanningCh. 19 Computer Security Logs and Audit TrailsCh. 20 Password ManagementCh. 21 MalwareCh. 22 Firewalls and IDPS SystemsCh. 23 Application Security

Part VI Compliance ManagementCh. 24 IT Audit FunctionCh. 25 IT Audit FrameworksGlossary of Technology TermsIndex

eBOOK • 1 electronic file in epub or mobi format, with executable Zip files, updated annually, Pub. #04934, eISBN 9781632811097PRINT • 1 volume, loose-leaf (approx. 900 pgs.), with CD-ROM, updated annually, ISBN 9781632807786


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Antieau on Local Government Law, Second Edition Sandra M. Stevenson, general editor and revision author

The treatise provides a current and complete perspective on municipal corporations, as well as independent local government entities, and counties, plus emerging topics such as telecommunications.eBOOK • 6 electronic files in epub or mobi format, updated 3 times per year, Pub. #00020, eISBN 9781579115715

PRINT • 6 volumes, loose-leaf, updated 3 times per year, ISBN 9780820510200

Applying Government Accounting Principles G. Robert Smith, Jr., Dwayne N. McSwain

This resource covers virtually every aspect of accounting and financial reporting for state and local governments, as well as federal government programs. eBOOK • 1 electronic file in epub or mobi format, replaced annually, Pub. #00680, eISBN 9781579114336

PRINT • 1 volume, loose-leaf, updated annually, ISBN 9780820516806

Government Contracts: Law, Administration and Procedure Walter Wilson

This treatise features extensive coverage of the law and regulation of the business of government contracting and federal acquisition. eBOOK • 17 electronic files in epub or mobi format, updated 5 times per year, Pub. #00326, eISBN 9781579116453

PRINT • 17 volumes, loose-leaf, updated 5 times per year, ISBN 9780820513263

Insurance and Risk Management for State and Local Governments Alexandra D’Italia, update author

A guide for attorneys who advise public entities on the legal issues of risk management. It includes an introduction of risk and risk management; identification of risks and hazards of public entities, specifically governmental tort liability; and coverage of insurance policies and risk-management alternatives.eBOOK • 1 electronic file in epub or mobi format, updated annually, Pub. #00386, eISBN 9781579115593


Regulatory Takings, Fifth Edition Steven J. Eagle

This resource provides a detailed examination of the substantive and procedural aspects of regulatory takings law as well as the judicial applications of these principles in specific areas, such as exactions on new development and gov-ernmental growth restrictions. eBOOK • 1 electronic file in epub or mobi format, replaced annually, Pub. #61876, eISBN 9780327182719


Transportation Safety and Insurance Law, Third Edition William E. Kenworthy

This valuable two-volume set has all the answers you need about federal regulatory schemes and the common law related to trans-portation safety in a highly accessible, quick-answer format. eBOOK • 2 electronic files in epub or mobi format, replaced annually, Pub. #82467, eISBN 9780327168447

PRINT • 2 volumes, loose-leaf, updated annually, ISBN 9780327163619

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