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15 INNOVATIVE PROGRAMS NAMED FINALISTS FOR PRESTIGIOUS AMERICAN GOVERN... Page 2 of3 Laboratory Response Network at the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention--is a collaboration of 140 state and local public health laboratories--as well as federal, international and military facilities--that test for biological and chemical agents associated with terrorism or other public health emergencies. Metro Police Department's Gay & Lesbian Liaison Unit of Washington, D.C.--is the only unit in the nation to redefine community policing by coupling outreach with traditional crime fighting. The unit investigates crimes by and against the gay community, and educates and supports community members and police. Partnerships for Results of Cayuga County, NY --is an inter-agency entity that provides comprehensive assessment, service integration and improved accountability to foster positive social, emotional and academic development of at- risk children. Priorities of Government in the State ofWashington--is a first-of-its-kind budgeting approach that prioritizes state services within available resources to ensure citizens get the results they want most from government. Program Assessment Rating Tool at the U.S. Office of Management and Budget--assesses every federal program's purpose, design, management and results to determine effectiveness. The uniform assessment is used to improve management and to make informed budget decisions. State Forensic Program of Allegheny County, P A--reintegrates individuals with behavioral health diagnoses upon release from state penitentiaries into the community, and provides assistance with basic needs and mental health services to help participants become productive members of society. Sustainable Technology, Engineering, Planning and Strategies of Olympia, W A--is an integrated, automated tool that evaluates and manages capitol planning projects to ensure effective growth and community sustainability. Systematic Code Enforcement Program of Los Angeles, CA--proactively inspects more than 760,000 rental units in Los Angeles for habitability, and enforces state health and safety codes. The program ensures that all residents live in safe housing and has resulted in the resolution of more than 1.5 million code violations. Metropolitan Regional Career and Technical Center in the State of Rhode Island--is the first urban public high school to build an individualized curriculum around each student's needs and interests, incorporating tailored academic work, real-world internships and project work. SEED School of the D.C. Public School District--is the nation's first urban public boarding school, providing integrated academic and boarding services to help students in grades seven through twelve achieve their academic and social potential. www.Regulations.gov of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency--is a web site that places the federal government's rulemaking process at the American public's fingertips, and where citizens can search and comment on any proposed federal regulation. Youth Civic Engagement in Hampton, V A--is a comprehensive youth engagement strategy that gives young people authority to be equal players in city decisions. Youth have a "place at the table" in city government and play an active role in directing city services, schools and neighborhoods. -more- Innovations A ward/Page Three "By recognizing true innovation at all levels of government, and to give other jurisdictions the information and inclination to improve the lives of citizens, we hope to turn innovative ideas into commonly accepted best practices," http://www.ashinstitute.harvard.edu/Ash/pr_2005f_ash.htm 7/13/2005 I