Smart Cities Council announces 2018 Readiness Challenge grant winners

The winners will receive a full year of "expert, vendor-neutral mentoring" and on-site workshops, as well as valuable products and services from Council partners.

By Kristin Musulin • March 8, 2018

DC welcomes first Affordable Housing Preservation Officer

Ana Lopez Van Balen will be responsible for preserving the city's existing affordable housing stock.

By Kristin Musulin • March 8, 2018

Update: US House approves bill to identify more 5G spectrum

The bill, which will go to President Trump's desk, would look to reduce the paperwork associated with building out wireless networks.

By Chris Teale • March 7, 2018

New York City adds sign language video calling service

It is reportedly the first city where users can connect via webcam with an information specialist fluent in American Sign Language.

By Katie Pyzyk • March 7, 2018

California DMV permits driverless shuttle to test on public roads

The low-speed, multi-passenger autonomous vehicle is being tested at San Ramon's Bishop Ranch, the largest mixed-use business community in Northern California.

By Kristin Musulin • March 7, 2018

Poll: Many voters still undecided on Nashville transit plan as referendum nears

While 42% of registered voters favor the city’s proposal, 30% said they still do not know enough to form an opinion as the May 1 referendum approaches.

By Chris Teale • March 6, 2018

Carnegie Mellon University launches ‘Metro21: Smart Cities Institute’

The institute, originally founded as a university initiative in 2014, will address issues including traffic congestion, energy efficiency and water quality.

By Chris Teale • March 5, 2018

Lyft, Allscripts partner for healthcare platform

The announcement from Lyft comes on the heels of a healthcare platform launch announcement from its main competitor, Uber.

By Kristin Musulin • March 5, 2018

Cities look to ‘zero waste’ plans, material bans to reach sustainability goals

Different approaches toward waste sustainability illustrate a common theme: There is no one right answer to becoming a more sustainable smart city. 

By Katie Pyzyk • March 2, 2018

Uber launches healthcare platform

The dashboard, Uber Health, allows a healthcare worker to book a ride on demand or schedule a future ride for a patient. 

By Jeff Byers • March 2, 2018

Los Angeles imposes new speed limits under Vision Zero initiative

Enforceable speed limits are now in place on 98.4% of the city's High Injury Network.

By Kristin Musulin • March 1, 2018

3 startup winners named in NYU’s Urban Future Competition

The competition required applicants to present ideas promoting urban sustainability, combating climate change and protecting the environment.

By Chris Teale • March 1, 2018

Senator urges more discussion around impact of AVs on workforce

U.S. Sen. Gary Peters, D-MI, said more thought needs to be given on how the growth in autonomous vehicle usage will affect the labor force.

By Chris Teale • March 1, 2018

Small Michigan city ends 20-year contract with police force

A two-decade police partnership between two Michigan cities is ending so that one city can save money by contracting with its county’s police.

By Jason Axelrod • Feb. 28, 2018

Spokane, WA moves to waive fees for solar panels, EV charging stations

City Council President Ben Stuckart said the cuts to building and construction permit fees are "one step in the right direction.”

By Chris Teale • Feb. 28, 2018

Baltimore mayor presents 5-year ‘inclusive digital transformation’ plan

The plan is designed to aid the city in developing a technology ecosystem that improves quality of life and "dismantles the digital divide."

By Kristin Musulin • Feb. 28, 2018

US mainland mayors to help rebuild Puerto Rico through Mayor Exchange

New Orleans Mayor Mitch Landrieu traveled to Puerto Rico with a number of mainland mayors earlier this week to offer guidance and support to devastated communities.

By Kristin Musulin • Feb. 28, 2018

Bloomberg Philanthropies selects 35 finalists for 2018 US Mayors Challenge

One winning city will be awarded $5 million, while four others will receive $1 million each to solve old issues in new ways.

By Chris Teale • Feb. 26, 2018

Nashville launches public-facing community data map

NashView is intended to complement hubNashville, Davidson County's portal for requesting services and tracking their progress.

By Katie Pyzyk • Feb. 26, 2018

Denver adopts affordable, inclusive housing plan

The five-year plan aims to create or preserve 3,000 affordable units by 2023.

By Katie Pyzyk • Feb. 23, 2018

Columbus, OH to buy first EV fleet with smart cities grant

The city will spend $2 million on the electric vehicles, its first major purchase from its 2016 competition winnings.

By Chris Teale • Feb. 23, 2018

Developing a 21st century government for 21st century citizens

As cloud computing and IoT tech transform every aspect of municipal management, communities are realizing they can optimize operations, deliver value for money, and squeeze more impact out of every tax dollar they collect.

By Bob Benstead • Feb. 23, 2018

To strategically increase your city’s cyber resiliency, take a page from Rotterdam

The city of Rotterdam leads the way internationally on cyber resiliency in its port system, which relies extensively on automation and digitization of logistics operations.

By Chris Teale • Feb. 22, 2018

3 US cities chosen for human trafficking prevention program

The Pathways to Freedom program will help cities financially to develop innovative ways to prevent human trafficking and support survivors.

By Katie Pyzyk • Feb. 22, 2018

More than 230 US mayors oppose reversal of Clean Power Plan

In a joint letter to EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt, 236 mayors representing 51 million residents said the proposed repeal would put citizens at risk and harm efforts to address climate change.

By Kristin Musulin • Feb. 21, 2018