Oversight
Obama focused on storm recovery at cost of campaigning
President has canceled three days of activities.
Oversight
The money and groups behind postal reform lobbying
Senate has passed a bill but the House has not.
Management
Five Things to Learn from Bloomberg About Crisis Communications
The New York mayor was confident in his relaying news to the people of New York.
Tech
This is what the National Unwatering SWAT Team does
The group will be sent by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
Management
When it Comes to Preparedness, There’s No Time for Fighting
Sandy showed us preparation is a better plan than luck.
Defense
Widespread nature of Sandy prompted early disaster declarations, Fugate says
At least 1,500 FEMA employees joined other agencies in Monday’s response, administrator estimates.
News
Hurricane Sandy Response: Updates
Ongoing reports on the effects of the storm and the federal response.
Management
Washington-area federal agencies reopen after Sandy
Offices in the D.C. region were closed for two consecutive days due to the super storm.
Management
How Do You Measure Performance You Can’t See?
Law enforcement provides some interesting lessons in measuring the unobserved
Nextgov
Smarter use of IT could reduce the deficit by $220 billion, group says
Savings would come from using more efficient new technology and by preventing improper payments.
Oversight
Bush's FEMA director criticized Obama's response to Sandy for being too speedy
Michael Brown compared the President's reaction to Hurricane Sandy to his response following the Benghazi attacks
Oversight
Moving Election Day could be more disruptive than Sandy
Changing voting dates could lead to distortions and challenges.
Pay & Benefits
Thrift Savings Plan closed for Hurricane Sandy, along with the financial markets
Transactions and transfers delayed until Oct. 31.
Management
Funds roll in for feds hit by Hurricane Sandy
Nonprofit hopes to have additional $35,000 for grants in next few days.
Nextgov
They’re tougher in Massachusetts
It’s easier to reach a fed on the phone in the ravaged Northeast than in D.C.
Pay & Benefits
Government lacks coherent policy for religious time off, report finds
Revised guidance recommended for religious observances.
Defense
Thousands of National Guard forces mobilized for Sandy
Guard members are assisting first responders, helping with relief efforts.
Nextgov
Army Corps monitors Northeast rivers for flooding, provides critical support
Engineers use 171 satellite monitoring stations to manage flood control dams.
Pay & Benefits