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Seattle approves minimum wage plan for ride-hailing drivers
It is the second city in the nation to mandate a minimum wage for drivers, requiring compensation of at least $16.39 an hour beginning on Jan. 1.
By Chris Teale • Updated Sept. 30, 2020 -
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Mayors push back on ‘defund the police’ movement, urge increased social services spending
The U.S. Conference of Mayors Working Group on Police Reform and Racial Justice urged departments to rethink how officers are held accountable and focus on building relationships with the communities they police.
By Chris Teale • Aug. 14, 2020 -
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Fauci displeased with COVID response, DC Mayor Bowser decries ‘patchwork of guidance’
On a Thursday webinar, the government's top infectious disease expert said the country could be in a good place within a year if residents follow public health guidelines.
By Cailin Crowe • Aug. 14, 2020 -
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Michigan to build first-in-nation AV corridor from Detroit to Ann Arbor
The 40-mile corridor for driverless and connected vehicle testing and deployment will be led by a subsidiary of Sidewalk Infrastructure Partners in partnership with the state.
By Chris Teale • Aug. 14, 2020 -
Socialist Appeal. (2020). "Black Lives Matter" [Photograph]. Retrieved from Flickr.
Police reform is key to addressing 37% spike in city homicides: CCJ
Homicides will likely continue without subduing the pandemic and implementing effective police reforms and violence-reduction strategies, according to a report by The Council on Criminal Justice.
By Cailin Crowe • Aug. 13, 2020 -
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Deep DiveCan health and safety efforts save ride-hailing post-pandemic?
Companies are adopting new ways to bolster riders' confidence, but the industry may struggle to recover if health concerns linger or labor issues expand.
By Chris Teale • Aug. 12, 2020 -
City of Detroit. (2020). "Census Canvassers-Fenkell Griggs-1085" [Photograph]. Retrieved from Flickr.
Census count to end Oct. 15
The Supreme Court ruled Tuesday that the Trump administration can end counting early for the 2020 census, approving the suspension of a lower court decision that had extended the count deadline.
By Cailin Crowe • Updated Oct. 14, 2020 -
Houston votes to put the ‘emphasis on walking’ in future development
City councilmembers unanimously backed new ordinances that look to encourage pedestrian-friendly, mixed-use development near public transportation.
By Chris Teale • Aug. 6, 2020 -
Denver voters to decide on sales tax for GHG reduction projects
The 0.25% sales tax increase would bring in an estimated $36 million to support initiatives recommended by the Denver Climate Action Task Force.
By Jason Plautz • Aug. 5, 2020 -
San Diego turns off smart streetlights ahead of surveillance ordinance vote
Mayor Kevin Faulconer said the city had "no choice" but to turn the controversial technology off, days after it offered police to run the Smart Streetlights program.
By Chris Teale • Updated Sept. 14, 2020 -
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OpinionHousing is healthcare. It’s time for Congress to shore up LIHTC
Congress must enact a minimum 4% Low-Income Housing Tax Credit rate to ensure affordable housing projects remain financially viable amid the pandemic.
By David Rowe • Aug. 4, 2020 -
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New Hampshire law signals ‘stepping-stone’ to flying cars
Gov. Chris Sununu signed legislation late last month regulating inspections, registration and fees for 'roadable vehicles,' which would operate on state roads and in the air.
By Chris Teale • Aug. 4, 2020 -
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Group calls for national police accountability database
A report from The New Center proposes a comprehensive database with information on physical use of force, no-knock warrants and misconduct, in an effort to drive evidence-based policy changes.
By Kristin Musulin • Aug. 3, 2020 -
Great Recession erased 30 years of rising homeownership rates: GAO
The U.S. Government Accountability Office examined historical homeownership trends in nine major cities following the financial crisis — and hinted at trends to come in a post-COVID world.
By Kristin Musulin • Aug. 3, 2020 -
House passes ride-hailing safety bill Sami’s Law
The bill requires companies to implement a digital driver verification system, and prohibits the third-party sale of identifying vehicle signs.
By Chris Teale • July 31, 2020 -
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ColumnRoads are becoming less safe. How can fleets reaffirm safety culture?
Safety experts have revealed alarming data points during the pandemic. While mileage is going down, fatality rates and distracted driving are on the rise.
By Shefali Kapadia • July 31, 2020 -
Columbus, OH kicks off 3 mobility pilots
The city unveiled Smart Mobility Hubs, a connected vehicle tech trial and the redeployment of an autonomous shuttle, all as part of the Smart Columbus initiative.
By Chris Teale • July 30, 2020 -
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ColumnEmerging from disruption, cities have an unprecedented opportunity to build better operational resilience
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.Many cities ar...
By Jane Goslett • July 29, 2020 -
Citibot Web Chat relieves comms staff in Williamsburg, VA
The integrated chatbot enables residents to ask common questions regarding COVID-19 mitigation while freeing up time for city staff to tackle other work.
By Kristin Musulin • July 29, 2020 -
Hermann, Marc A.. (2020). "Metropolitan Transportation Authority of the State of New YorkFollow MTA Officials Join “Mask Force” Distributing Masks Across Subway and Bus System" [Photograph]. Retrieved from Flickr.
APTA calls on Congress to provide $32B in public transit aid
The request, which follows the rollout of the Senate Republican's new coronavirus relief proposal, come as transit agencies prepare for potentially "catastrophic" decisions in lieu of funding.
By Cailin Crowe • July 29, 2020 -
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Revel exits NYC following reports of fatal crashes
The company, which debuted in Brooklyn in 2018, said the city's service will be shut down "until further notice" as it strengthens "rider accountability and safety measures."
By Chris Teale • July 29, 2020 -
Verch, Marco. (2017). "Drohnenfoto: The Field Museum, Soldier Field und Hochhäuser im Bezirk Burnham Place" [Photograph]. Retrieved from Flickr.
Chicago unveils citywide air quality reform agenda
The agenda, which comes after a report found pollution disproportionately impacts disadvantaged communities, includes changes to zoning codes and increased enforcement.
By Chris Teale • July 28, 2020 -
Opinion
Investing in sustainable communities post-COVID
Beyond efforts to restart the economy, important decisions must be made to permanently address the cracks that the pandemic has exposed in our societal infrastructure.
By Raedtha Vasquez • July 28, 2020 -
Eden, Janine and Jim. (2020). "Westside on the East Side" [Photograph]. Retrieved from Flickr.
ThriveNYC dashboard illustrates mental healthcare inequities
As the pandemic heightens anxiety among urbanites, NYC's Black, Latinx and Asian American and Pacific Islander residents remain less likely to reach mental health services than White residents.
By Jason Plautz • July 27, 2020 -
NACTO urges shift from ‘outdated’ speed-limit planning
In a new guide dubbed "City Limits," NACTO said cities should consider how street design and policies can enforce safer speed limits to reduce fatalities and a reliance on police enforcement.
By Chris Teale • July 27, 2020
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