Technology
Technology is pivotal in modernizing local and state government operations, enhancing efficiency, transparency, and service delivery. From digital infrastructure to cybersecurity, technology enables governments to better meet the needs of their communities. Staying informed about the latest technological advancements is crucial for effective governance. This directory offers articles on technology, along with related topics like Product News, which covers the latest tools and innovations that can be integrated into government services.
Public officials in Massachusetts, together with a regional non-profit, have established a “Gateway Cities Innovation Institute” that will focus on revitalizing former manufacturing centers that have been beset by serious social and economic challenges. Details and related research are inside.
To save money, the town of Gilbert, Arizona, moved most employees from a five-day work week to a four-day week. One year later, the response has been favorable. Inside are details, research, and savings, as well as fact sheets, implementation plans, and agreements you can use as a template for your employees and unions.
The city of Philadelphia has established an Office of New Urban Mechanics. Modeled after a similar initiative in Boston, the office will seek to address urban challenges through collaborative projects with entrepreneurs and hackers, and may get replicated in a city near you. Details and next steps are inside.
“For too long, officers in Paterson were asked to do their jobs without the modern tools routinely used by other major cities. That has changed,” New Jersey A.G. Matthew Platkin said
In Cameron Park, a KB Home neighborhood is marketing fire-resistant construction and ember-blocking design as a way to reduce wildfire danger and improve insurability
DHS said the Program Executive Office for Unmanned Aircraft Systems and Counter-Unmanned Aircraft Systems is finalizing a plan to spend $115 million on counter-drone tech
The Colorado department developed a flexible, town-wide policy to manage risk, protect sensitive information and guide responsible use
The Culpeper Senior Center recently partnered with the Culpeper County Sheriff’s Office to relaunch Triad, a national initiative increasing awareness of scams and fraud
The LVMPD’s Fusion Watch and Drone Operations Center houses the department’s real-time information network; the agency has 75 drones, which can be launched from 13 skyports across the city
A Heber City officer was mistakenly written as turning into a frog after an AI report-writing program picked up a movie playing in the background
“That’s the goal of this, to really get ahead of what’s happening and remove as many surprises as possible,” St. Cloud Police Chief Douglas Goerke stated
State lawmakers are exploring ambulance-based telemedicine to support understaffed rural EMS crews, improve patient care and help retain paramedics and volunteers
Carmel PD hopes the real-time Waze notifications will help reduce the safety risks officers face on highways
Facing staffing losses and reduced tax revenue, Carbon County Sheriff Alex Bakken is using endurance fundraising to fill critical equipment gaps
Birmingham City Council has approved a three-year, $170,000 agreement with Axon to lease cameras, with footage to be used for training and incident investigations
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