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April 3, 2008 This eNewsletter is a roundup of government-related news targeted to local, state and federal government. Topics include major contracts awarded by local, state and federal government agencies; product trends and innovations; government best practices and resources; and political and regulatory developments affecting government purchasing activities. Go to www.govpro.com to view the latest products, daily news and government suppliers. In This Issue 'Fiscal sanity,' 'information overload' keeping government administrators awake at night Upcoming forum targets strong solutions for homeland security ‘CODE’ experience critical to success of emergency operations center Florida municipality will transform sludge into renewable energy News 'Fiscal sanity,' 'information overload' keeping government administrators awake at night By Michael Keating Unlike the wacky top-10 list on "The Late Show with David Letterman," a new list put together by the IBM Center for the Business of Government is no laughing matter. Full Story Upcoming forum targets strong solutions for homeland security By Kristin Atwater This April, first responders and security professionals from all levels of government will attend the integrated GovSec, Ready! and U.S. Law conference and exposition in Washington, D.C. Full Story Government Solutions Get Rid of Birds! Bird-X, Inc. recognized as the bird control "X-perts" since 1964, offers the world's most complete line of affordable products - an effective solution for ANY bird problem for repelling birds like pigeons, sparrows, starlings, Canada geese and more. No more droppings, mess, diseases or money wasted on expensive clean-ups. Our products (needle strips, netting, sonic distress-call repellers, ultrasonics, taste aversions, visual deterrents and sticky repellent gels) are non-lethal, non-harmful, and environmentally safe, do not harm birds and ecologically sound. We innovate and develop new technologies, and we offer (and stand behind) the very best solutions. Guaranteed solutions! For a FREE consultation call 800-662-5021. For more information, visit www.bird-x.com. ‘CODE’ experience critical to success of emergency operations center When a public bond issue was passed in 2003 for a new joint-use emergency operations center in San Antonio, the challenge was to create a state-of-the-art facility that was prepared to respond to catastrophic, all-hazard events. Equally important was facilitating the seamless integration and operation of previously independent city, county, regional, state and federal emergency management personnel. Full Story Florida municipality will transform sludge into renewable energy By Kristin Atwater In Sanford, Fla., a gasification system will convert wastewater sludge into thermal energy to safeguard the environment and reduce costs. Full Story Featured Videos ELVEX - ProGuard™ Safety Caps. A new generation of very economical safety helmets are designed for general industry, construction as well as utility companies where additonal side (lateral) protection is not required. View Demo!   MARTOR USA - Megasafe Megasafe Heavy Duty Safety Cutter is an ergonomically designed heavy duty cutter that is made with an aluminum handle that allows both left and right handed users to easily perform general purpose cutting tasks. See other key features, learn the applications, pick out accessories and read the instructions now online. View Demo!   For other free Safety, Environmental & Security product demos, click here. View product videos for Alarms, Audible & Visual, Eye Protection, Hand Protection, Head Protection, Hearing Protection, Signs & Warning Devices and more! PRINT SUBSCRIPTION | EMAIL SUBSCRIPTION | PRIVACY POLICY | CONTACT STAFF This eNewsletter This eNewsletter was sent to: #email# You've received this e-newsletter for one of two reasons: 1. You signed up for it on our web site. 2. You are a reader of Government Product News magazine. If you would like to unsubscribe Click here 2008 Penton Media, Inc. Government Product News 1300 E 9th Street Cleveland, OH 44114-1503 www.govpro.com