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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Thousands of files have been uploaded to public data portals by local and state government agencies. Access data from San Francisco may hint at what the public actually wants to see.
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The city of Long Beach has released a new tool for the police department to help connect at-risk individuals with resources to keep them from becoming unnecessarily involved within the criminal justice system.
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The Smart Surfaces Coalition will focus on leveraging data analysis through advanced mapping techniques, while helping equip residents with tech solutions like reflective and green roofs, solar energy tools and porous pavements.
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Electric vehicle charging companies like Electrify America are exploring energy storage and new green energy projects to prepare for the increasingly electrified future of transportation.
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It is the largest charging station of its kind for electric heavy-duty trucks at the port — but is only the start of creating infrastructure that will be needed to meet forthcoming zero-emissions deadlines.
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The Legislature may be able to regulate some portions of artificial intelligence as its use increases, but some experts during a legislative committee hearing say it's unlikely lawmakers can stop it from proliferating.
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The long-awaited free, electric vehicle passenger shuttle program in National City is expected to launch by the end of summer thanks to $400,000 from the Port of San Diego and a three-year contract with an operator.
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OReGO, Oregon’s road-usage charging program, is continuing to evolve with new technology partners that can deliver on a range of fronts like connected vehicle technologies and intelligent transportation systems.
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The ransomware attack, concealed in an email, downed all three of the George County’s servers when it struck on July 15. The incident prompted an emergency declaration that allowed the IT team to circumvent contracting processes.
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Public utility districts in Douglas and Chelan counties plan to exchange miles of fiber cable for both fiber broadband networks to deliver high-speed Internet service to customers at an expected bargain.
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The effort to transition Washington state ferries from diesel engines to hybrid-electric power is proving to be more expensive than originally thought. So far, both quotes for the work have exceeded the initial $120 million state estimate.
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Baltimore County Police will start using a controversial gunshot detection technology in two southern precincts next week. Opponents have questioned the reliability and accuracy of the technology.
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Pennsylvania Gov. Touts Plans to Connect Rural Areas, Seniors
A statewide effort aimed at linking rural areas with more reliable broadband won't just target rural areas, but also senior citizens and low-income families statewide, Gov. Josh Shapiro said this week. -
The Inclement Weather Decision Support App developed by a joint effort between the U.S. military and US Ignite uses real-time weather, transportation and other data to shape decisions around base operations.
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The Affordable Connectivity Program will likely run out of funding in 2024 if no action is taken to sustain it. Experts held a congressional briefing this week to discuss what the end of the program might mean.
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