Article AI will change the affordable housing conversation for good 26th February 2024 The definition of “impact” in the private housing sector is straightforward: If an activity generates more income for a property or portfolio, it’s good. If it doesn’t, it’s not. Things are far more complex for public housing authorities. Rather than purely financial incentives, their activities are linked to societal outcomes like better affordability, lower homelessness […]
Article Expert: It takes time for cities and counties to shift to an all-electric fleet 21st February 2024 Yes, government fleet managers are going green and shifting to electric fleets. The Biden administration, for instance, has set some reduced-emission fleet targets. In its Federal Sustainability Plan, the White House calls for federal agencies to acquire 100 percent light-duty zero-emission vehicles (ZEVs) annually by 2027. The same plan calls for federal agencies to buy/lease […]
News 2023 Crown Communities Award winner: Long Beach Calif.’s GUIDES mobile app 16th February 2024 Police in the United States are expected to serve all citizens, including those experiencing homelessness, substance abuse and mental health disorders. Three California organizations worked together to provide vital assistance to these highly vulnerable populations through innovative technology. The Government User Integrated Diversion Enhancement System (GUIDES) is a mobile app that was launched in January […]
Article The chief artificial intelligence officer: A blueprint for state and local government? 13th February 2024 Late last year the White House issued an Executive Order (EO) on the Safe, Secure, and Trustworthy Development and Use of Artificial Intelligence. On page 52 of the 66-page document, the EO called for each federal agency to establish a permanent chief artificial intelligence (AI) officer. The EO specifies the primary responsibility, in coordination with […]
Article Cities and counties should install technology systems that keep pace as the enterprise grows 9th February 2024 Local governments should maintain flexibility when acquiring new technology systems, says Raffaelle Breaks, chief product officer at Unite Us, a software company that offers an integrated suite of social care solutions to governments and other organizations. The firm brings together government agencies, health care providers, health plans and nonprofits to improve community health and well-being. […]
Article Surveys can help cities and counties determine sustainability and other priorities among citizens 6th February 2024 A broad slice of the population supports preserving the environment, says Michelle Kobayashi, principal research strategist at Polco, a firm that provides thousands of government leaders with insight from polls, surveys and data analytics. “We know that the millennials, the baby boomers—actually really everybody—wants green spaces in their community. That’s just a natural amenity that’s […]
Article 5 evacuation efficiency planning tips for any scenario 2nd February 2024 Navigating successful municipal- or county-wide evacuations requires meticulous multi-department planning. In the heat of an evacuation event, miscommunication and poor decisions can be detrimental. In the backdrop of such events, local governments and residents face emotional and logistical challenges beyond the physical threats of the emergency itself. From navigating densely populated landscapes and intricate transportation […]
Article Cities and counties: Take the time to design and fund sustainable community programs 30th January 2024 Local governments can score sustainability triumphs in several areas, says Matthew Britt, general manager, smart and sustainable cities at Honeywell, the advanced-technology company that makes a variety of products and solutions, including building and energy control systems. “Focusing on reducing water and energy consumption can be achievable in the short term and should be top […]
Article Avoiding bumps in the road when designing AI-powered traffic management systems 26th January 2024 Since its introduction in the 1950s, artificial intelligence (AI) software has transcended its theoretical existence in research labs to become omnipresent in our lives. This early AI research software has not only fueled an explosion in efficiency, but it has also opened the door to entirely new opportunities in business, education and government. Most of […]
Article Announcing the 2023 American City & County Crown Communities and Exemplary Public Servants award winners 17th January 2024 American City & County is pleased to announce the winners of its 2023 Crown Communities and Exemplary Public Servants awards. Selected by the editorial staff of AC&C, this year’s winners reflect the best of community projects and public servants from across the country. This year’s Crown Communities honorees represent projects in roadways, transportation safety, economic […]
Young Leaders Episode 4 – Cyril Jefferson – City Councilman, High Point, North Carolina 13th October 2020