How Government Might Work Up to 3D-Printed Buildings
With some emerging technologies—like large-scale 3D printing and augmented reality—agencies may have to start smaller, according to panelists at a recent conference.
Striking the Right Balance Engaging With Residents Online
A new survey looks at preferences around giving input to local governments virtually, versus in person. It also finds most people don’t recall ever being asked for feedback.
Urban Spaces Get an AI Makeover
The Dall-E artificial intelligence system is helping redesign city streets, replacing car-centric roads with walkable boulevards and bike lanes.
Connected Vehicle Tech Shows Signs of Improving School Bus Efficiency
Buses that get priority at stoplights can save time, boost fuel efficiency and enhance student safety, based on the results of a recent pilot program.
City Tests App for Delivery Drivers to Reserve Spots in Loading Zones
"This pilot aims to better understand the usage of loading zones so that the City can figure out ways to improve traffic safety and reduce congestion," says an official.
As Self-Driving Cars Hit the Streets, New Equity Concerns Emerge
States and localities will have a key role in ensuring vulnerable communities aren’t harmed by the new transportation technology, or miss out on its benefits.
‘Robo-lawyers’ are Coming. Are States Ready?
Automated legal services are becoming more widely available for routine proceedings, offering possible cost savings and other benefits. But for the emerging tech to thrive, experts say regulations need to be updated.
States Partner With Hopes of Becoming Hubs for Hydrogen Fuel
Hydrogen could serve as an alternative way to power vehicles and there’s money in the infrastructure law to give it a boost.
Concerns Grow Over AI in Hiring Processes
Automated tech, including artificial intelligence for job recruiting, interviewing and hiring, may discriminate against qualified job-seekers, government officials warn.
Why Smart Cities are About More Than Just Tech
“Diversity, equity, inclusion, accessibility—that is a thread throughout, it is not an afterthought.”
Rethinking Smart Cities
“Where’s the technology we’ve been talking about for years?”
Collaboration, Training Key to Local Government Cyber Defense
By taking advantage of free resources, education and partnerships, local officials can better prepare their counties and cities for inevitable attacks, experts say.
How One City Delivers Broadband to Homes and Businesses at No Cost to Municipality
The partnership gives SiFi Networks right-of-way access to install fiber for its open access network in the Texas town—and even pays the city a licensing fee.
Lack of Equitable Data Is Harming Underserved Communities
Enhanced data collection efforts and outreach are needed to improve outcomes for underrepresented communities across the country, according to the U.S. chief data scientist.
Feds Launch Website to Push Out Information on CHIPS Act Funding
Also on Thursday, President Biden signed an executive order laying out priorities for implementing the bipartisan semiconductor measure.
Interstate Cyber Command Center Expands to 10 States
Fhe Joint-Cybersecurity Operations Command Center aims to include 30% of states by year’s end.
$550M in Federal Preparedness Grants Prioritize Security for State and Local Governments
The grant programs target six “critical areas,” including cybersecurity, information sharing and election security.
$26M Awarded for Hyperlocal Smart Cities Research
Researchers say they will pilot their work in three cities to integrate real-time technologies into streetscapes to build safe, equitable and secure communities.
Technology to Limit Speeds on New York City Fleet Vehicles
The city is piloting intelligent speed assistance technology on 50 of its vehicles across nine agencies to prevent cars from going over posted speed limits.
States Investing in SNAP Fraud Detection and Prevention
Several states won U.S. Department of Agriculture grants for services and programs to help stop fraud in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program.
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