Smart Cities and Open Government

By Matt Petersen, LACI President and CEO When we launched LACI’s updated three-pronged holistic, cross-cutting strategy (see below) in 2018 to create an inclusive green economy in Los Angeles and beyond, we set a thesis to focus on…

Illuminating the roadmap for research and innovation at the nexus of cities and climate change science, the Global Covenant of Mayors for Climate & Energy released its latest report, “Shared Spaces for Urban Innovation:…

In this episode, take a look back at the past 10 years of smart city evolution, with Rich Erb, Executive Director at TechConnect. Dive into the transformative advancements that have reshaped urban landscapes worldwide. From the nascent…

Jill Remington Love appointed as new Salt Lake City CAO March 1, 2024 Salt Lake City Mayor Mendenhall announced the appointment of the City’s new Chief Administrative Officer, Jill Remington Love,…

City Clerk Digital Kiosk RVazquez Wed, 02/28/2024 - 09:30 City Council Agenda Council Committee Agendas Public Notices Planning Commission Agendas Boards and Commissions - Unscheduled Vacancies Room…

​The Phoenix Street Transportation Department will expand operation of its Shared Micromobility Program to 24 hours a day, seven days a week effective at midnight on Friday, March 1. The program currently operates daily from 5 a.m. to…

February is Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month and this week Lieutenant Vince Lewis and Sergeant Rob Scherer are joined on the 5-0 Info by two victim advocates, Michelle De Alba and Melissa Jimenez, from the Phoenix Family Advocacy…

The Phoenix Fire Department prides itself in prioritizing water safety and working to prevent drownings. In 2022, the Phoenix Fire Department rebranded its water safety campaign as “DrowningZero.” The goal to accomplish zero drownings…

Washington D.C. – Across the United States, municipal leaders have been challenged by growing hate, extremism, and polarization. From global events to domestic issues, the causes of this rise are many. Yet the local impact…

On Thursday, February 22, 2024, the Phoenix Police Department Reserve Division held its 72nd Annual Awards Ceremony to recognize those who volunteer their time to serve the community as a reserve police officer.​Reserve officers are…

WARNING: The attached video may contain strong language as well as graphic images which may be disturbing to some people. Viewer discretion is advised.  The Phoenix Police Department has released a Critical Incident…

Your charitably-minded clients certainly have no shortage of options for their philanthropic dollars. Many clients use their donor-advised funds, for example, at the Area Foundation to support favorite charities across the country,…

Police are investigating after a man was shot in a North Seattle Greenwood neighborhood. Sunday shortly after 8:00 p.m., officers responded to a report of a male shot in the 100 block of North 85th Street. Officers arrived and…

First Roadshow Stop to Take Place at the University of Kansas, Site of NLC’s Founding in 1924 LAWRENCE, KS – One hundred years ago, in 1924, the National League of Cities (NLC) was founded in Lawrence, Kansas at the…

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Seattle City Councilmember Rob Saka (District 1) joined crews from the Seattle Department of Transportation to fill potholes this morning. The potholes pictured here were in South Park at Occidental Avenue South and South Kenyon Street.…

Mission The Academic Minute is a two-and-a-half minute daily module which features researchers from colleges and universities around the world, keeping listeners abreast of what’s new and exciting in the academy.…

WASHINGTON, DC – During the annual Winter Meeting of the National Governors Association (NGA), Governors approved federal priorities to advocate to Congress and the Administration.  The list of priorities was…

TEXAS JUDICIAL COUNCIL REPORTING REQUIREMENTS 1 TAC §171.9, §171.11 TEXAS HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION MEDICAID MANAGED CARE 1 TAC §353.425, §353.427 TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND…

EL PASO – Texas Secretary of State Jane Nelson took her 2024 voter education tour to El Paso today. The voter education tour helps to ensure Texans know where to go for official voting information, including vote-by-mail requirements…

  (Secretary Nelson presiding over the BTAC meeting in El Paso, Office of the Texas Secretary of State) 02/20/2023). …

Case:  24-0441078 Time:  5:35 p.m. Date:  Tuesday, February 13, 2024 Location:  12221 North Mopac Expressway Deceased:  Michell Holloway, Black female, 5/02/1966  On Tuesday, February 13, 2024, at approximately 5:35 p.m., Austin Police…

AUSTIN, Texas – Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) will receive $39.1 million in federal funds from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) as part of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Bill. This significant allocation will…

City of Austin’s Homeless Strategy Office and the Housing Department presented an update on the expansion of City emergency shelter capacity as well as progress made toward new permanent supportive housing projects at Tuesday’s City…

(Washington, DC) –Today, as part of a series of Black History Month celebrations, Mayor Muriel Bowser and the Office of Cable Television, Film, Music and Entertainment are inviting community members to celebrate the rich legacy and…

The City of Wilson, NC has received a $749,463 grant to construct a high-tech agricultural laboratory facility that will use SmartAg technology, high-speed internet, artificial intelligence, and machine learning to increase farm…

Childcare Centralized Eligibility List LKosta Wed, 02/07/2024 - 15:49 Image /sites/default/files/cel_campaign_flyer_infographic_families.pdf

Seattle Police Department Gun Violence Reduction Unit detectives are investigating a shooting that left a male critically injured Friday evening in Belltown. Shortly after 9:00 p.m., 911 received reports of male shot in the 2200…

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On Wednesday, February 7, the LACDMH kicked off a 12-week partnership to promote mental health. Subject matter experts Sandra Chang, Ph.D., and Rebeca Hurtado, LCSW, MPA, are being featured on Univision’s Spanish-language…

Mission The center works to enhance and further develop collaborative relationships with federal, academic, foundation and non-governmental organization partners with a mission of studying the technical,…

(Download) Governors continue to prioritize strengthening states’ and territories’ healthcare workforces. The National Governors Association Center for Best Practices (the NGA Center) has supported states and…

TEXAS ANIMAL HEALTH COMMISSION HEARING AND APPEAL PROCEDURES 4 TAC §§32.1 - 32.5 4 TAC §32.6 CHRONIC WASTING DISEASE 4 TAC §40.6 GRANTS, GIFTS, AND DONATIONS 4 TAC §§56.1 - 56.7 …

Case:  24-320308 Time:  7:06 a.m. Date:  Thursday, February 1, 2024 Location:  700 block of W. Howard Lane Deceased:  Jesse Duer, White male, 12/04/1984 On Thursday, February 1, 2024, at approximately 7:06 a.m., Austin Police Department…

Case:  24-0360277 Time:  6:46 a.m. Date:  Monday, February 5, 2024 Location:  13400 block of N SH 45 WB Deceased:  Unidentified person On Monday, February 5, 2024, at approximately 6:46 a.m., Austin Police Department (APD) officers…

Case:   24-0350349 Time:  4:18 a.m. Date:  Sunday, February 4, 2024 Location:  600 block W. Anderson Lane Deceased:  Unidentified passenger  On Sunday, February 4, 2024, at approximately 4:18 a.m., Austin Police Department (APD) officers…

(Washington, DC) – Today, Mayor Muriel Bowser opened the District’s first Safe Commercial Corridor Hub in the Chinatown neighborhood. The Safe Commercial Corridor Hubs will connect residents to a range of city services in priority areas,…

Collaboration as a pathway for transition One avenue for learning to happen is collective sensemaking sessions, where Pilot Cities are grouped based on commonalities in their plans. This is intended to maximise opportunities for…

RAP has a proven track record of propelling early-stage startups to success by providing them with unparalleled resources, mentorship, and access to a vast network of industry experts. As we unveil our seventeenth cohort, we are thrilled…

San Diego Youth Opportunity Collaborative LKosta Wed, 02/07/2024 - 15:54 Image /sites/default/files/cel_campaign_flyer_infographic_families.pdf

In a heartwarming turn of events, the Phoenix Fire Department's Engine 52 'A' shift recently had a remarkable encounter with a survivor they rescued just a few months prior. On November 10, 2023, the crew responded to a code save at the…

​​WARNING: The attached video may contain strong language as well as graphic images which may be disturbing to some people. Viewer discretion is advised.The Phoenix Police Department has released a Critical Incident Briefing (CIB) video…

Published: 02/9/2024 CHIEF GONZALEZ AWARDS MEDALS TO RETIRED POLICE OFFICERS FOR THEIR HEROISM Retired Sergeant Jim Rowe awarded the Purple Heart Medal and Retired Officer Mike Torres awarded the Lifesaving…

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Seattle City Council proclamation celebrates Black History Month, city's historic Black leaders - Seattle City Council Blog …

Governors across the country are exploring the use of alternative infrastructure delivery models and innovative funding and financing approaches to deploy a wide range of infrastructure projects in their states…

TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND COMMUNITY AFFAIRS MANUFACTURED HOUSING 10 TAC §80.41 10 TAC §80.92 PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION OF TEXAS SUBSTANTIVE RULES APPLICABLE TO ELECTRIC SERVICE PROVIDERS …

Celebrating Achievements and Commitment to the Community  AUSTIN — Feb. 5, 2024 — The City of Austin’s Development Services Department (DSD) is proud to announce the release of its FY 2023 Annual Report, titled "New Beginnings." This…

The Austin Police Department (APD) continues to investigate the officer-involved shooting that occurred on Sunday, January 21, 2024.  APD understands the importance of building trust within our community and will continue working…

Case:  24-0320011                 Date:  Thursday, February 1, 2024 Time:  12:02 a.m. Location:  4200 S IH 35 - Super 8 Motel Deceased:  Warnero Young, Black male, 2-24-1978 Suspect (arrested):  Rahsaan Dobbins, Black male, 41 years of…