Accelerating Innovation and Digital Transformation in Local Government
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The 54 winning cities in this year’s survey are incorporating community feedback into their plans, ensuring responsible AI use, maturing their data programs and navigating challenges without sacrificing service. -
The 52 counties honored in this year's awards from the Center for Digital Government are transforming local government with cutting-edge tech while focusing on resident services.
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Winning cities in the 2024 Digital Cities Survey are not only modernizing their IT infrastructure — they're investing in digital equity programs, upgrading resident-facing services and prioritizing data security.
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The Wayne County Board of Elections has set up a new voting machine at the Wayne County Fair to show voters how the machines work. Visitors to the booths can also test the machines in a mock election of fair favorites.
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In an effort to ensure the highest level of security and transparency, the San Joaquin County Registrar of Voters plans to implement a new voting system, developed by Hart InterCivic Inc., that meets state standards.
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Baltimore Police are not able to “sufficiently overcome” technology and staffing inefficiencies in order to meet requirements imposed by the consent decree regarding sexual assault investigations, a recent report found.
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Ohio's capital city has launched a new trip-planning app called Pivot. Now in the beta phase, the app is working to connect travelers to a variety of public and private transportation options.
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Over the last year, Los Angeles International Airport has become a testing ground for facial recognition by airlines and federal agencies. U.S. Customs and Border Protection conducted a 30-day trial last summer.
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Erie County, Pa., emergency responders have operated for decades on a patchwork system of radios that, in some cases, prevented police officers and firefighters from talking with counterparts. That is poised to change.
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Glendale, Calif., will soon be poised to tap into the faster cellular network known as 5G, amid a backlash from some local residents who say they are concerned the technology carries health risks.
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With the goal of making technology less intimidating, the Brooks Crossing Innovation and Opportunity Center is offering residents access to workforce training and high-end tools. The center opened Aug. 24.
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Commissioners have asked the public works department and the county attorney to study whether they can implement design and permitting standards that supersede state utility regulations.
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In the wake of two recent announcements about Maryland's efforts to connect rural citizens to online services, state leaders dissect the challenge of closing the urban-rural technological divide.
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Plus, 10 cities form an innovation cohort that is looking for startup collaborators; Code for America evaluates public benefits applications across all 50 states; Virginia digitizes occupational licensing; and more.
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While the complaints cover a wide range of city business, officials say frustration over the public email system has fueled the flames and created a toxic atmosphere at city meetings.
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The company is partnering with the city’s Oregon District Business Association to donate upfront charges related to the installation of free public Wi-Fi. The project also involves installing fiber optics in the area.
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The Henderson County Board of Commissioners has approved funding for new public safety software equipment, which will replace an outdated system that police officials have said is unstable and without customer support.
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Iowa City has authorized an agreement with Gotcha Mobility LLC to bring a dockless electric-assist bike-share to the city. The city will incur no costs aside from helping to launch it and to designate bike parking.
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