Building Better Government From Within

A national study by UKG and Polco, authored by Barrett and Greene

Empowering Public Sector Performance by Investing in the People Who Deliver It

Polco, in partnership with UKG and national researchers Katherine Barrett and Richard Greene, conducted the first empirical study linking effective HR practices in local government to how residents perceive the quality of their services, trust in government, and overall quality of life.

This new white paper reveals groundbreaking evidence that connects workforce excellence to resident satisfaction, and shows how better internal practices create better external results.

White Paper: Building Better Government from Within: Workforce Excellence and Resident Satisfaction

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This white paper explores:

How local government HR practices impact resident satisfaction and community livability

How local government HR practices impact resident satisfaction and community livability

Why public sector leaders should treat HR as a strategic priority

Why public sector leaders should treat HR as a strategic priority

What specific policies and practices drive better outcomes, according to the data

What specific policies and practices drive better outcomes, according to the data

How communities can align internal culture with external performance

How communities can align internal culture with external performance

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Discover how better internal practices can transform your community’s external outcomes.

This research gives HR leaders, city managers, and elected officials a data-backed roadmap for strengthening both employee morale and public trust.