Connected vehicle data often goes unused
Cities that can access and manage data from connected vehicles will find it easier to improve road safety, emergency planning, congestion and electric vehicle expansion, a recent report says.
McConnell Tells Governors They Can Ignore Biden Highway Priorities
The Senate minority leader and fellow Republican U.S. Sen. Shelley Moore Capito say Biden’s transportation department is pushing an agenda that is not in the new infrastructure law.
Millions of Electric Vehicle Chargers Are Coming and Cities Want a Say in Where They Go
Big cities and rural areas fear being left behind if they can’t keep up with the demand for chargers, but they also have to consider costs, competition for curbsides, equity and more.
The Biden Administration’s Plea to ‘Sanctuary’ Cities Gets a Cool Reception
The Department of Homeland Security is trying to foster greater cooperation with local governments on immigration enforcement following the strained relations of the Trump years.
Bridge Collapse Revives Criticism Over Using Road Dollars for Police
It's common for states to use gas tax revenue to support law enforcement agencies. But is it a good idea?
Houston's smart kiosks aid wayfinding, promote local attractions
The kiosks offer a free Wi-Fi hotspot and feature a dual-sided 65” touchscreen that displays digital advertising, location-based informational listings and interactive applications to promote local businesses and points of interest.
New App Tracks Terrorism-linked Events in Local Communities
Once the app is rolled out to first responders in states and localities, law enforcement in other parts of the country can see events in real-time, according to government officials.
5 Strategies Employers Can Use to Address Workplace Mental Health Issues
COMMENTARY | Two years of pandemic have put a severe strain on the mental health of America’s workers. Employers with a plan in place will be best equipped to help them cope.
How low code can strengthen existing systems to maximize investments
When agencies can develop apps faster and scale quickly from a single platform, they eliminate downtime and manual workarounds and stay focused on the mission.
Collecting, managing vaccination info advances agency data maturity
Agencies had to overcome legacy technology and privacy challenges as they quickly learned to collect, store and protect vaccination data.
The Democratic States Moving to End Mask Mandates
Governors and other officials in at least five blue states took steps this week to dial back the requirements.
Better, Smarter and Faster Public Procurement in 9 Easy Steps
COMMENTARY | With procurement, the public sector has made shopping a chore. Here’s how to fix that.
Michigan Moves Ahead With Electric Vehicle Charging Road Project
The inductive charging technology, which will power electric vehicles as they drive over it, will be installed under a one-mile stretch of road in Detroit.
Retirements Cut Ranks of Scarce Frontline Workers
Many older workers fear catching Covid-19 on the job.
Why Fully Transitioning Municipal Fleets to Electric Vehicles Isn't Easy
Many local governments are eager to make the switch from gas and diesel. But costs and limited options for heavy-duty vehicles are among the issues they're running into.
Congress Is Heading Toward Yet Another Stopgap Spending Bill This Week to Avoid a Shutdown
A measure to fund agencies through March 11 will allow appropriators to get over the finish line on full-year spending, top House Democrat says.
3 Steps for Addressing Employee Burnout
A higher salary may not satisfy workers who value their health and well-being over money, a new report says.
Roadway analytics helps cities manage traffic
An artificial intelligence-based platform will give city managers better data on congestion, public safety and greenhouse gas emissions.
Procurement: The 'tip of the spear' for cybersecurity
State and local procurement staff must diversify their supply chains, mitigate third-party risks and create transparency in their systems by identifying and prioritizing the protection of their most important assets, experts say.
Government Wage Growth Lags Private Sector by Largest Margin on Record
How state and local leaders are responding to the widening gap will have long-term budget ramifications.
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