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Searchable mapping tool shows local, county heat-related injury EMS activation data

Twenty-twenty-three has been a record year for temperatures globally—and they’re expected to continue to rise into the foreseeable future. From cooling infrastructure to policy changes that accomidate workers, cities and counties across the United States are adapting to this new norm. A new tool from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ Office of […]

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Government officials accelerate electrification of public transit and other fleets

Executives in municipal, regional and state governments are interested in in transitioning their fleets to electric operations, says Daniel Simounet, vice president, transportation industry, Americas at Hitachi Energy, a worldwide provider of power technologies and energy systems, offering tools and solutions that provide pathways to accelerate the energy transition and deliver customer success. He adds […]

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10 American cities accessible and safe for pedestrians

Amid a recent increase in roadway deaths nationally, pedestrian safety has become a prioritized topic in city halls and county offices across the United States. Research has proven that traffic calming features and smart urban planning can dramatically reduce the risk for pedestrians. Some cities are better at it than others. A new ranking from […]

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NYC’s department of transportation to hold hearing on proposed citywide use of pedal-assisted cargo bikes

In an effort to cut down on congestion and reduce pollution, New York City’s Department of Transportation wants to let delivery companies use pedal-assisted cargo bikes. An ongoing 30-day comment solicitation period for the proposed rule is slated to culminate in a public hearing next month. “Greater use of cargo bikes will bring incredible environmental […]

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Reimagining how cities can leverage holistic platforms for urban mobility solutions

When it comes to designing transit and transportation solutions that reduce traffic congestion and improve on-time arrival rates, we seem to have a problem. It seems we are focused on all the wrong things. It’s not all about building a better vehicle, or the technology that is used inside the vehicle. And it’s not about […]

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Data: Your most overlooked asset

If asked to think of a community’s most important assets, many would likely start by naming road networks, bridges, buildings, or possibly even transit and sanitary systems. But would data ever come to mind? As the foundation of everything, data is a vital asset—especially for public sector organizations. In order to have confidence in the […]

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Technology can help cities and counties reduce food waste and safeguard the environment

Government foodservice and beverage (F&B) departments are acquiring inventory and procurement systems to minimize food waste, says Rohith Kori, vice president of product and corporate strategy at Agilysys, which offers an integrated hospitality software portfolio. He points to his firm’s Eatec system, which is part of the Agilysys Hospitality Core Collection and provides a foundation […]

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Top 10 American cities that saw the most wage growth over the last 2 years

With rising inflation, wages are growing, too—more so in some cities than others. A new analysis released this month by SmartAsset ranks the top 15 American cities that saw the greatest percentage of income growth over the past two years. The top 10 cities that made the list can be viewed in the gallery above. […]

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Getting ahead of natural disasters: Field-tested planning best practices from San Mateo and Santa Cruz

Over 16 days at the beginning of this year, a state of emergency was declared in 51 of California’s 58 counties due to atmospheric rivers and winter storms. From storm surges, mudslides, downed trees, heavy snow, avalanches, power outages and road closures, to river and tributary floods, potential dam spills, as well as urban, residential, […]

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Questions raised about why Maui’s emergency alert sirens were silent as Lahaina burned

In the aftermath of the tragedy in Maui last week, some have questioned why the island’s emergency alert sirens—which are a part of the largest public safety outdoor siren system in the world—remained silent as wind-driven wildfire raced toward Lahaina. During a press briefing Wednesday, Herman Andaya, former administrator of the Maui County Emergency Management […]

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News

Searchable mapping tool shows local, county heat-related injury EMS activation data

Article

Government officials accelerate electrification of public transit and other fleets

Gallery

10 American cities accessible and safe for pedestrians

News

NYC’s department of transportation to hold hearing on proposed citywide use of pedal-assisted cargo bikes

Article

Reimagining how cities can leverage holistic platforms for urban mobility solutions

Article

Data: Your most overlooked asset

Article

Technology can help cities and counties reduce food waste and safeguard the environment

News

Top 10 American cities that saw the most wage growth over the last 2 years

Commentary

Getting ahead of natural disasters: Field-tested planning best practices from San Mateo and Santa Cruz

News

Questions raised about why Maui’s emergency alert sirens were silent as Lahaina burned

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