There Are Jobs to Be Had in the Nation's Waterworks Sector
New research takes a look at workforce opportunities and gaps tied to U.S. water infrastructure.
County optimizes existing ERP while laying the groundwork for a new system
As Multnomah County, Ore., prepares to switch to a new ERP solution, it's getting third-party support for its customized SAP platform.
NIST builds drone forensics dataset
The reference resource will help officials pull data from captured devices that ensures the evidence is preserved and usable in court.
FedRAMP looks to NIST for security control refinements
To speed cloud authorizations, the Federal Risk and Authorization Management Program is automating security control assessments and accrediting third-party assessors.
FAA to convene two-day discussion on multiple-drone operation
An RFI from the Federal Aviation Administration seeks expert input on multiple-unmanned aircraft systems operations ahead of a mid-September event.
How Using Open Wi-Fi Could Get Safer
A standard called Enhanced Open aims to make using free networks more secure than it is now.
Boston Tightens Regulatory Screws on Airbnb
STATE AND LOCAL ROUNDUP | San Francisco mayor’s election is resolved … St. Louis airport privatization … Alaska governor uses line-item veto … and a “funny looking” but dangerous foam in Michigan.
NYC DOT Chief: Feds Are Forgoing City Input on Self-Driving Vehicles
“I urge you to enlist cities as partners,” transportation commissioner Polly Trottenberg told Senate lawmakers.
In No State Can Minimum-Wage Workers Afford a Two-Bedroom Rental
“This will be a problem for the foreseeable future,” said Diane Yentel, president and CEO of the National Low Income Housing Coalition, which released a new study Wednesday.
OMB drafts 'Cloud Smart' strategy
The Office of Management and Budget expects to release new guidance to help agencies move to the cloud.
Building ethics into AI
With artificial intelligence steadily making its way into government systems, now is the time to address the ethical issues, AI experts say.
Connected cars can lie, posing a new threat to smart cities
Intelligent Traffic Signal Systems assume the data they receive is legitimate. That’s not a safe assumption.
Austin's one-stop shop for traffic management
The Austin, Texas, Department of Transportation’s Data and Performance Hub is designed to give both staff and citizens an inside look at signal operations citywide.
Encroaching Automation Can Negatively Affect Workers
Just the threat of automation can add stress and uncertainty to workers’ daily lives, according to a recent study by university researchers.
Chicago City Hall Pushes State to OK Use of Public Safety Drones
STATE AND LOCAL ROUNDUP | Philly’s sloppy accounting … high eviction rates in rural Minnesota … New Orleans short-term rental freeze … and Jersey City clears newspaper box “clutter.”
Maine Governor: Ranked-Choice Voting Is the ‘Most Horrific Thing in the World’
But Paul LePage’s threat to not certify Tuesday’s election may be a hollow one.
Law Enforcement Grants Would Get Funding Bump Under Senate Bill
The draft measure also includes additional money for programs meant to help quell opioid and heroin abuse.
What It's Really Like to Work Remotely From Vermont
The Green Mountain State is offering relocation incentives. If you’re intrigued, seeking change, or just over urban life, here’s what it’s really like to relocate.
How Cities Can Respond When the State Legislature Says ‘No’
From defiance to exploiting legal loopholes, municipalities are trying everything to get around state preemption laws and maintain local authority.
Will Two Major Floods Prompt Development Changes in Ellicott City?
The increased amount of impervious surfaces surrounding the watershed makes the area more susceptible to runoff, which contributes to the severity of flood impacts, though hydrologists have said development is not solely to blame.
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