Governance & Finance: Page 14

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    Local government leaders are combating an unprecedented public trust crisis, new research suggests

    Local government leaders are combating an unprecedented public trust crisis, new research suggests

    By Mike Bell, Dr. Maria Church • March 20, 2024
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    Q&A

    15 minutes with the first state-level chief heat officer

    As Arizona shifts its approach to managing extreme heat risk, Eugene Livar wants to bring communities the resources they need without reinventing the wheel.

    By Ysabelle Kempe • March 15, 2024
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    Local mandates protecting workers from heat would be banned under Florida bill

    The legislation on the desk of Gov. Ron DeSantis would block counties and cities from requiring companies to provide workers with water, rest and shade.

    By Zachary Phillips • March 15, 2024
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    Biden administration asks for 2.7% FY 2025 increase in DOT budget

    The Federal Railroad Administration, Federal Transit Administration and Federal Highway Administration would receive modest cuts over the fiscal year 2024 budget, while the Federal Aviation Administration would get a $2.7 billion increase.

    By • March 14, 2024
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    2023 Crown Communities Award winner: The Juan Bautista multi-use trail project in Moreno Valley, Calif.

    The Juan Bautista de Anza Multi-Use Trail in Moreno Valley, Calif. is nearly eight miles in length from north to south, offering great connectivity to nearby communities, businesses and schools.

    March 11, 2024
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    Automated traffic enforcement is growing. How are cities using it?

    Cameras that cities use to catch drivers speeding, running red lights and blocking bus and bike lanes have “public perception and policy obstacles to overcome,” a safety official said.

    By • March 11, 2024
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    Arizona names US’ first state chief heat officer, unveils summer 2024 plans

    Arizona said it has also hired a statewide cooling center coordinator and will deploy solar-powered cooling centers made from shipping containers.

    By Ysabelle Kempe • March 7, 2024
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    NYC subways get National Guard, state police patrols after high-profile assaults

    While New York City Mayor Eric Adams and transit workers applaud the move, others express concerns about racial profiling.

    By • March 7, 2024
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    Opinion

    The art of dismantling the “unfortunate process”

    Editor's note: This article was originally published in American City & County, which has merged with Smart Cities Dive to bring you expanded coverage of city innovation and local government. For the latest in smart city news, explore Smart Cities Dive or sign up for our newsletter.Procuremen...

    By Christopher E. Burton • March 6, 2024
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    Grants and subsidies can help reduce startup costs for government EV fleets

    The public sector is making big investments in electric vehicles (EVs) and EV infrastructure.

    By Michael Keating • March 5, 2024
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    Robotaxi expansion approved in California over local objections

    Waymo can begin operating driverless robotaxis immediately in Los Angeles and on the San Francisco peninsula following a March 1 decision by the California Public Utilities Commission.

    By • March 5, 2024
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    Contract Performance Intelligence 101

    Editor's note: This article was originally published in American City & County, which has merged with Smart Cities Dive to bring you expanded coverage of city innovation and local government. For the latest in smart city news, explore Smart Cities Dive or sign up for our newsletter.Congrats o...

    By David Yarkin, Steve Isaac • March 4, 2024
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    Building up community: 2023 Exemplary Public Servant Jeff Martin

    Editor's note: This article was originally published in American City & County, which has merged with Smart Cities Dive to bring you expanded coverage of city innovation and local government. For the latest in smart city news, explore Smart Cities Dive or sign up for our newsletter.Jeff Marti...

    By • Feb. 29, 2024
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    Pedestrian deaths declined modestly in first half of 2023: GHSA

    “A decrease in pedestrian fatalities is welcome news,” said the Governors Highway Safety Association's Adam Snider, but the numbers are still far above pre-pandemic levels.

    By • Feb. 27, 2024
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    Los Angeles County sues Grubhub over ‘bait and switch’ fees

    The county calls for an injunction against alleged deceptive business practices and for Grubhub to pay fines for possible violations of California’s unfair competition and false advertising laws. 

    By Aneurin Canham-Clyne • Feb. 26, 2024
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    Congress reintroduces PFAS litigation bill

    The PFAS Accountability Act would make it easier for those significantly exposed to forever chemicals to sue manufacturers.

    By Sara Samora • Feb. 16, 2024
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    2023 Crown Communities Award winner: Long Beach Calif.’s GUIDES mobile app

    Editor's note: This article was originally published in American City & County, which has merged with Smart Cities Dive to bring you expanded coverage of city innovation and local government. For the latest in smart city news, explore Smart Cities Dive or sign up for our newsletter.Police in ...

    By Michael Keating • Feb. 15, 2024
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    San Francisco crowd attacks Waymo driverless car

    The incident could signal a self-driving vehicle backlash as Super Bowl ads criticized Tesla’s Autopilot software and city leaders call for local oversight of AVs in their cities.

    By • Feb. 12, 2024
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    US cities unlikely to follow Toronto’s bruising effort to curb Uber

    The company hit back forcibly when Canada’s largest city tried to cap the number of ride-hailing licenses it grants. 

    By Ramona Dzinkowski • Feb. 9, 2024
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    5 evacuation efficiency planning tips for any scenario

    Navigating successful municipal- or county-wide evacuations requires meticulous multi-department planning.

    By Richard Danforth • Feb. 2, 2024
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    As some transit crime rates triple, FTA releases data, other resources

    Grant programs to fund crime prevention and security projects also are available, the Federal Transit Administration announced.

    By • Jan. 29, 2024
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    Local government recruiters can use structured interviews and performance-based questions to eliminate bias in the hiring process

    Local government recruiters can use structured interviews and performance-based questions to eliminate bias in the hiring process

    By Michael Keating • Jan. 23, 2024
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    Native American tribes are making a big economic impact in Tulsa

    Native American tribes are making a big economic impact in Tulsa

    By • Jan. 22, 2024
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    Announcing the 2023 American City & County Crown Communities and Exemplary Public Servants award winners

    Editor's note: This article was originally published in American City & County, which has merged with Smart Cities Dive to bring you expanded coverage of city innovation and local government. For the latest in smart city news, explore Smart Cities Dive or sign up for our newsletter.American C...

    By • Jan. 17, 2024
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    Climate funding takes hit in California governor’s 2024 budget proposal

    Transit funding, however, was relatively unscathed in Gov. Gavin Newsom’s proposed 2024-25 fiscal year budget, which represents $20 billion in cuts from last year.

    By • Jan. 11, 2024