Governance: Page 2
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Philadelphia to redistribute open data office
The Office of Open Data and Digital Transformation's 13 workers will either be moved to other offices or will leave at the end of the year when contracts expire.
By Jason Plautz • Nov. 07, 2019 -
NTSB recommends mandatory helmet laws, protected bike lanes
The group compiled a bicyclist safety report for the first time in 47 years following pedestrian and traffic deaths that have reached their highest level since 1990.
By Katie Pyzyk • Nov. 06, 2019 -
OpinionMarrying GIS and BIM tech can connect New York's plans to its people
By combining the technologies, professionals can begin planning a development's impact on the real physical environment from day one.
By Scott T. Edmondson • Nov. 06, 2019 -
P3s can help cities avoid 'darker side' of 5G
Speakers at DC5G said cities must be deliberate about their efforts to roll out small cells and engage early with the private sector on use cases.
By Chris Teale • Nov. 05, 2019 -
Deep DiveAre climate emergency declarations the new normal?
As cities wrestle with the urgent need to deal with the climate crisis, advocates say the declarations could be "coming to your city as a demand soon."
By Chris Teale • Nov. 04, 2019 -
Sidewalk Labs, Waterfront Toronto resolve differences to advance development plan
Local leaders warned the plan is "not a done deal," but allowed it to proceed to the formal evaluation phase after several concerns were addressed.
By Chris Teale • Nov. 01, 2019 -
Stockholm wins top award at Smart City Expo World Congress
Six other governments and projects also took home awards, including the City of Los Angeles' Data Science Federation and La Paz, Boliva's cable car system.
By Kristin Musulin • UPDATED: Nov. 21, 2019 at 1:04 p.m. -
Johannesburg refuses to pay ransom after cyberattack
The group Shadow Kill Hackers said it would release city data if Johannesburg did not pay a ransom of four bitcoin by Tuesday. That deadline passed and no information has been leaked.
By Jason Plautz • Oct. 30, 2019 -
Tulsa Remote will again offer $10K for remote workers to move to the city
The program will grant 250 applicants with an incentive package including a monthly stipend, curated housing options and invitations to community events.
By Kristin Musulin • Oct. 29, 2019 -
Report: Cities are 'ground zero' for seniors, but lack accommodations
The Milken Institute's Center for the Future of Aging found that eight in 10 U.S. seniors live in metro areas. But most cities aren't doing enough to prepare for an aging population.
By Jason Plautz • Oct. 29, 2019 -
Cities of Service announces winners of 2019 Engaged Cities Award
Flint, MI; Plymouth, England; and San Francisco were honored by Cities of Service for programs dedicated to volunteering, urban blight and neighborhood improvements.
By Chris Teale • Oct. 29, 2019 -
'An Orwellian nightmare': The risks of flying surveillance planes over Baltimore
In 2016, a surveillance company was caught flying a plane over Baltimore. Now, the company is seeking the city's permission to return, promising to use the planes to reduce crime.
By Cailin Crowe • Oct. 28, 2019 -
Lawmakers introduce federal Vision Zero Act to curb street deaths
The bill would make federal transportation funding and grants available for more communities to design and implement safety programs.
By Chris Teale • Oct. 28, 2019 -
3 federal agencies launch $1M disaster response and resiliency challenge
The Accelerate R2 Network Challenge has support from the Economic Development Administration, the National Institute of Standards and Technology and FirstNet.
By Chris Teale • Oct. 25, 2019 -
4 city leaders explain how the meaning of 'smart city' has evolved
Elected officials have constantly refined their definition of "smart," and several running for election in November have their own thoughts on what it means.
By Cailin Crowe • Oct. 24, 2019 -
Pedestrian deaths at highest level since 1990: NHTSA
Pedestrian deaths totaled 6,283 in 2018, an increase of 3.4%, while deaths of those on pedal-powered bikes rose by 6.3% to 857 last year.
By Chris Teale • Oct. 24, 2019 -
OpinionHow the federal government can promote sustainable smart cities
As citizens adapt to changing environments, the government has a responsibility to advocate for traditionally underserved populations.
By Tommy Gardner • Oct. 22, 2019 -
Q&A'We're feeling the heat': How a Tucson, AZ mayoral candidate plans to tackle climate change
Democratic nominee Regina Romero could be the city's first Latina and woman mayor, and aims to mitigate climate change's mounting effects on the city.
By Cailin Crowe • Oct. 21, 2019 -
Philadelphia's IT plan focuses on digital equity, tech coordination
The city's first IT Strategic Plan aims to improve the use of technology across government, and recognizes how IT has become more public-facing.
By Jason Plautz • Oct. 21, 2019 -
Chicago approves ride-hail congestion tax
Under the new plan, taxes on single-passenger trips will be raised to $1.25, while shared rides will only be taxed 65 cents.
By Chris Teale • UPDATED: Nov. 27, 2019 at 10:35 a.m. -
LA to consider $30/hour ride-hailing minimum wage
City Council President Herb Wesson proposed the minimum hourly wage with an independent study of income and outgoings to follow.
By Chris Teale • Oct. 21, 2019 -
2019 mayoral elections: Catching up with the smart candidates
Smart Cities Dive rounded up our exclusive Q&As with mayoral candidates from Columbus, OH to Durham, NC.
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FCC approves T-Mobile, Sprint merger
The proposed deal still needs to survive a lawsuit brought by multiple state attorneys general before it can become official.
By Chris Teale • Oct. 18, 2019 -
Virgin Hyperloop One touts bipartisan support at DC showcase
During a press conference on Capitol Hill, leaders said the technology will alleviate congestion on city streets and result in major economic, time benefits.
By Chris Teale • Oct. 18, 2019 -
Deep DiveAre ride-hailing regulations going national?
Lawmakers assailed Uber and Lyft for skipping out on a Congressional hearing this week, noting the companies need to "clean up their acts" in the wake of regulatory consideration.
By Chris Teale • Oct. 17, 2019
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