Digital Communities Portal
Launched by Government Technology and the Center for Digital Government in response to requests from cities and counties around the country, Digital Communities is your destination for comprehensive local government IT best practices. Our portal is supported by a collaborative network of local government leaders and private sector technology partners meeting the 21st century technology challenges of cities, counties and regions.
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Community of the Month
Nigerian Human Rights Group Fights Cybercrime with Brain Power
May 7, 2008 - By Indrajit BasuThe Human Rights and Justice Group International (HRJGI)in Nigeria, is running an innovative project under the banner of the Campaign Against Cybercrime (CAC) that seeks to utilize the power of ICT to combat cybercrime.
Full Article- Estonia Becomes E-stonia
- Project AGE -- New Educational Content for Old Computers
- Sri Lanka -- Ingenuity Extends Mobile Communications in Remote Region
- Mobile Phone Payment System Blossoms in Kenya
- Citizen Journalists Help Keep World's Attention on Burma
- Macedonia Transformed Through Broadband
- A Corporate Digital Community Goes Virtual
Top News
- New York City, London Announce "Innovation Exchange" Program
- Covington, Virginia First in Commonwealth to Implement Online Citizen Service Request System
- Broadband Opportunities Accelerate in Rural California
- Facebook, Attorneys General Announce Agreement to Make Site Safer for Kids
- Survey Reveals Top IT Issues in Higher Education
- Ohio 9-1-1 System Facing Critical Funding Challenges, Says Report
- North Kingstown, R.I., Honored for Technology Excellence
- Digital Preservation Report Advocates PDF/A for Long-Term Archiving
- ACT Announces 2008 Intergovernmental Solutions Award Finalists
- NBC News Launches Online Learning Site
Emerging
Technologies 
Firetide Introduces Wireless Industry's First Public Safety Tri-Band Mesh and Access Infrastructure
Apr 4, 2008 News Report2.4, 4.9, 5 GHz capability across entire product line delivers unprecedented flexibility and control to public safety, commercial security and municipal users.
Full Article- Gov. Perdue Signs Executive Order Strengthening Georgia's Information Technology Security
- Video Surveillance: A Market Poised for $46 Billion of Explosive Growth
- Tactical Biometric Collection and Matching System Recognized by Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren
Contract News
American Traffic Solutions Selected by 11 Communities to Provide Photo Safety Enforcement Programs
May 8, 2008 News ReportIn the first four months of this year, 11 communities in six states selected ATS to provide photo safety enforcement programs that include red-light and speed cameras.
Full ArticleSpecial Focus
Midwest Earthquake a Wake-Up Call
Apr 21, 2008 - By Monique Garcia, E.A TorrieroAfter a 5.2-magnitude earthquake in West Salem, scientists caution against undue alarm. But for city planners, expecting the worst and guarding against it are part of the job description.
Full Article- Chicago Fusion Center Gives Police New Criminal Investigation Tools
- Small Unmanned Aircraft to Fly into Hurricanes to Assist with Forecasting
- Feds Plan to Begin Operating Parts of 'Virtual Fence' Along Mexican Border
- Governments Worldwide Failing to Fully Benefit from Connectivity
- Ensuring US Competitiveness Prompts Need to Revisit Wireless Business Strategies
- New Research Confirms Identity Fraud Is On Decline
- Global Network Searches for Signs of Emerging Pandemics
Features
E-Billing Cuts Costs and Delays for Phoenix City Attorney
Apr 25, 2008 - By Stephen CraigElectronic billing system speeds invoice processing, improving relations with outside counsel.
Full Article- E-Waste is a Growing Problem for CIOs
- Peter Collins, CIO of Austin, Honored at GTC Southwest
- License Plate Recognition Systems Extend the Reach of Patrol Officers
- Municipal Wireless Success Demands Public Involvement, Experts Say
Upcoming Editorial Features
- Maximize Your Grant Opportunities
- One of the biggest barriers to getting grants funding is finding out about all the opportunities in the first place.
- Making Your Region More Competitive
- To compete more effectively in the global marketplace, any local government or region needs to know what its up against in terms of infrastructure.
From the Experts
Municipal Wireless Success Demands Public Involvement, Experts Say
Apr 8, 2008 - By Sascha D. MeinrathMunicipal wireless networks must focus on public good, not corporate profits.
Full Article- Electronic Recyclers International CEO Explains ''All Things eWaste'' on VideoJug
- The Information Systems "Report Card"
- Both Concern and Optimism in Billion Dollar Digital Media Industry Targeting Kids
- How to Reduce E-mail Compliance Confusion
DC Downloads
December 2006 Digital Communities Magazine
Member News
- State of Minnesota Signs Agreement with Microsoft for Single Email System
- The State of Minnesota has signed an agreement with Microsoft to provide a single email and calendaring system for the entire executive branch.
- Microsoft and Illinois State Police Collaborate on Best Practices and Information Technology Architecture for Homeland Security Fusion Centers
- Architecture to be a model for agencies and departments across all jurisdictions.
- Smead Debuts Records Management System for Health and Human Services
- The system is designed to help case file workers, supervisors and administrators maintain control of case loads.
Digital Communities Members
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Highlights
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Digital Cities Winners Showcase I-Seminar
The original event was broadcast on: Wednesday, March 26, 2008 - Duration: 60-minutes
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Special Report: A Foundation for the Future of Local Government
In fiscal 2008, governors' budget proposals show a lower expected growth rate of just 4.2 percent, with expenditures expected to total $642 billion. Pressures will likely increase in health care, criminal justice, employee benefits and pensions, and physical infrastructure -- in part to make up for the lingering effects of cuts made in previous years. Even so, demand for digital infrastructure is increasing. -
Why Mobile Device Management is Critical to IT
Learn more about how IT organizations can manage mobile devices as corporate assets, and safeguard the corporate data that is accessed on them.
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