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The correlation between trust, transparency and technology with residents and their local governments

Today, residents benchmark interactions with their local government against the experiences they have with consumer-facing brands. Digital self-service, immersive engagement experiences and streamlined communication are all on the table as municipalities seek to enhance civic engagement and foster trust with residents. Due to these evolving preferences and growing demands, local governments must look for ways […]

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Report: Mayors are interested in generative AI, but adoption rates remain low

There’s been a lot of focus in recent months on artificial intelligence (AI) and its many possible applications, from self-driving cars to manufacturing efficiencies. City administrators are likewise exploring the ways AI can improve the quality of life and safety of their constituents, and the effectiveness of public services. New research from Bloomberg Philanthropies in […]

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As they plan to buy new IT systems, agencies need to listen to their technology users

When they acquire new technology, cities and counties need to consider how their workers will be affected, says Ed Bouryng, president of Reston, Va.-based Meta, a business transformation and cloud delivery technology organization that serves the public sector, education and other parts of the economy. Bouryng has worked in the technology and software solutions space […]

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NLC City Summit stresses the importance of local government

Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens welcomed attendees to the 99th National League of Cities (NLC) City Summit in Atlanta this week by saying it was a chance for mayors and city council members to come together and learn from one another, and return home with invaluable conversations about the betterment of their respective communities. “Local leaders […]

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Report: Local governments lead the way in implementing climate policy in California

Among all U.S. states, California is at the forefront in the national push toward decarbonization, often leading the way with ambitious goals and novel adaptation solutions. At the ground level, local and county governments have been given the task of implementing those policies, according to a new report from the Institute for Local Government and […]

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Check out key takeaways from Disaster Management Symposium webinars, register to view archives

The inaugural Disaster Management Symposium was conducted Nov. 8, when consecutive hour-long webinars featured expert panelists exploring various aspects of the three main phases of a disaster for public safety and governments: planning, response and recovery. This virtual symposium was a joint effort of American City & County, IWCE’s Urgent Communications and IWCE. If you […]

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How AI can assist cities and counties with cybersecurity

The Public Technology Institute’s 2023 Local Government Cybersecurity National Survey was just released. Based on past years results, there were few surprises but continued reassurance that cybersecurity continues to remain the top focus of all local governments. The survey asked about financial support, where 64 percent reported that cyber budgets were inadequate. Only 36 percent […]

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Report: Employers intend to downsize further as questions about office space utilization linger

Coming out of the pandemic, there’s more available office space than ever before. Through the first three quarters of the year, the national office vacancy reached 17.8 percent by the end of September, according to the latest National Office Report from the real estate software company Commercial Edge. At least in the short term, there’s […]

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Installing roundabouts can make roads safer, lead to a reduction in traffic accidents

Ever notice how many popular trends got their start in Europe before making their way to the U.S.? Think music like The Beatles and punk rock (United Kingdom), fashion (Paris), compact cars (Germany and the Volkswagen Beetle). They all got their start in Europe. Unfortunately, one of the roadway standards embraced throughout Europe but still […]

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Solving veteran homelessness: The pursuit of ‘functional zero’

Zannie Roy Jackson Jr., a Marine Corps veteran, was 53 years old when he began living out of his car on the streets of Detroit. Jackson, who was medically discharged from military service in 1980, worked for the U.S. Postal Service for 18 years before getting into legal trouble and spending time in prison. “When […]

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The correlation between trust, transparency and technology with residents and their local governments

News

Report: Mayors are interested in generative AI, but adoption rates remain low

Article

As they plan to buy new IT systems, agencies need to listen to their technology users

Article

NLC City Summit stresses the importance of local government

News

Report: Local governments lead the way in implementing climate policy in California

VideoWebinar

Check out key takeaways from Disaster Management Symposium webinars, register to view archives

Article

How AI can assist cities and counties with cybersecurity

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Report: Employers intend to downsize further as questions about office space utilization linger

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Installing roundabouts can make roads safer, lead to a reduction in traffic accidents

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Solving veteran homelessness: The pursuit of ‘functional zero’

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Young Leaders Episode 4 – Cyril Jefferson – City Councilman, High Point, North Carolina

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