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.
These new mitigation strategies help protect vulnerable people and prevent overwhelmed hospitals
City officials shut down the store after 23 employees fell ill, but now they’re trying to figure out how the virus spread
The best robots for a disaster are the robots that already exist in the health care and public safety sectors
The Chattanooga Police Department are using a smartphone application to communicate with city residents about crime on a neighborhood-by-neighborhood basis
Sustainability
The state’s Alcoholic Beverage Commission aims to shift its licensing process to an online, self-service portal this summer
Presidential initiative to ensure digital opportunity for all Americans comes to Seattle
Local councils will explore how smart data and innovative technology can transform the transport network, reduce congestion and boost the local economy
The city of Long Beach has been awarded a $50,000 grant from the Knight Foundation and the Long Beach Community Foundation to support a partnership with Citymart
While some municipalities may opt to find savings through drastic changes to their operations, others are making adjustments to achieve the same end result
Cities are experimenting with new designs and regulations to encourage alternative transit while reducing carbon emissions
How to design a denser city without sacrificing sunlight
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The commission said it will check more than 200 oil and natural gas wastewater disposal wells to determine whether the wells are triggering earthquakes
The software can identify 16,000 points on a person’s face and compare them with thousands of similar points in police booking or other photos
The “Yellow Backie” initiative takes advantage of the Dutch tradition of hitching a ride on a friend’s bicycle luggage rack
Libraries have a responsibility to provide access to information for free to all residents. How can this be improved?
The concrete structures are designed to support fish and sea creature populations, as well as drive tourism
Fundraising and state grants helped the Ford City Fire Department upgrade tools and add two high-resolution thermal cameras to help find missing people
LEAP recently received two grants specifically for this program, a total of $15,000
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