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Digital Communities March 2009

Vivek Kundra: Engineering a Radical Transformation

By Blake Harris

Vivek Kundra, chief technology officer of the District of Columbia, spoke with Digital Communities editor Blake Harris about his management approach, IT governance innovations, cost-cutting measures and the pace of innovation. Today, President Barack Obama named Kundra the "federal CIO."

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Broadband Stimulus: Economic Crisis Drives New Thinking
By Sascha D. Meinrath

With $7.1 billion in broadband stimulus funds on the way, the debate continues over how to build out the nation's broadband infrastructure.

911 Standard Could Speed Emergency Response
By Andy Opsahl

Association of Public-Safety Communications Officials approves standard for alarm companies to automatically alert 911 centers - eliminating millions of phone calls.

Local Governments and Technology Companies Offer Advice to Obama Administration

Letter to Obama administration calls for national broadband plan and more support for IT infrastructure.

Miami-Dade TV Showcase the 'Dirty Jobs' of Some County Workers
By Chandler Harris

Inside County Jobs Television show features the often-unseen, gritty tasks done by some of the Florida county's 28,000 workers.

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Economic Crisis Demands Leadership from Local Government (Opinion)
By Todd Sander

Technology policy recommendations from Digital Communities members help identify a way forward for nation.

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Stimulus Funds Offer Huge Opportunity for Local Governments (Opinion)
By Blake Harris

Stimulus bill has billions for broadband, health IT and electricity grid upgrades. Now local governments need funding processes that deliver maximum benefit.

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