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    An opportunity for infrastructure that cities and industry can achieve

    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.A few mont...

    Brie Sachse • April 22, 2021
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    How state and local government HR teams can prioritize the “human” aspect of the job

    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.In a year ...

    Mindy Honcoop • April 21, 2021
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    How Petersburg is raising its standard of living

    When does a city turn itself around? Is it financial? Is it an entire city’s self-esteem issue?

    Clay D. Hamner • April 20, 2021
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    Bridging the digital divide: Three questions community leaders should consider

    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.As nearly ...

    Robert Van Geons • April 15, 2021
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    Accessible city planning starts with unbiased data insight

    New tech in cities can sometimes do more harm than good. Considering inclusive datasets is an essential part of the process for cities to realize benefits, writes Humanising Autonomy CEO Maya Pindeus.

    Maya Pindeus • April 9, 2021
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    US building codes need a major retrofit to meet climate goals and spare consumers

    The International Code Council, which recently rolled back local governments' say in energy efficiency regulations for buildings, needs to adapt to the times or step aside, writes Energy Innovation's Sara Baldwin.

    Sara Baldwin • April 7, 2021
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    How local governments can combat the affordable housing crisis

    How local governments can combat the affordable housing crisis

    John Sullivan • April 1, 2021
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    How cities are reclaiming street parking spaces for public use

    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.Cornelius ...

    Jeremy Zuker • March 31, 2021
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    Small city, big impact: why economic development is the best tool to tackle COVID-19

    Local government is not typically known for its creativity or nimbleness.

    Christopher Bruno • March 19, 2021
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    Crisis in Texas, then a C- grade: America's infrastructure needs a bottom-up fix

    Although the Biden administration is expected to pursue a major infrastructure plan, we must allow localities to lead, write former mayors of San Antonio and Ventura, CA. 

    Henry Cisneros and William Fulton • March 15, 2021
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    Municipal commitments to renewable energy drive prosperity

    Funding opportunities for cities that drive clean energy and electric vehicle adoption are expected in the near future, along with expanded programming from federal agencies that drive the clean energy transition.

    Zach McGuire • March 12, 2021
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    Key steps governments can take to guard against malware attacks

    2020 saw governments globally report more than 100 significant cyberattacks. In the United States, a major cyber-offensive was launched against multiple government agencies, including the Department of Homeland Security, with the extent of the attack and damage still unknown.

    Ashley Lukehart • March 8, 2021
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    A city’s innovative downtown master plan sees future in local, inclusive placemaking

    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.Over the p...

    Kyle Carter, David Vega-Barachowitz • March 5, 2021
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    Electric cars are not enough. It's time we invest in LEVs.

    The increased attention placed on electric vehicles must not leave behind two- and three-wheeled light electric vehicles, Swiftmile CEO Colin Roche writes.

    Colin Roche • March 1, 2021
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    Six tips for making sure your dispatch is doing all the right moves

    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.Planning, ...

    Talmage Wagstaff • Feb. 24, 2021
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    How city leaders can develop, manage and maintain strategic partnerships

    Now more than ever, the pandemic and economic crisis have exacerbated the need for municipal leaders to collaborate with other sectors including nonprofit, business, and philanthropy

    Megan Sheekey • Feb. 22, 2021
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    Online sales tax collections proving essential for many state and local governments during COVID-19

    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 state...

    Scott Peterson • Feb. 18, 2021
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    2021 will be remembered as a year filled with challenges, marked by the pandemic

    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.With infec...

    Andy Castillo • Feb. 17, 2021
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    Hi-tech sewers can help safeguard public health, environment and economies

    In the wake of the coronavirus, economic recovery is top of mind for all city leaders, the majority of whom believe that investing in infrastructure and technology can spur a rebound.

    Luis Montestruque • Feb. 17, 2021
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    Five reasons why city managers should put utility vehicles to work

    With their versatility and reliability, UTVs are the perfect vehicle to help keep a city or county running smoothly.

    Eric Organ • Feb. 10, 2021
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    Global pandemic ignites new era of public safety innovation

    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.History sh...

    Paul Steinberg • Feb. 7, 2021
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    For this micromobility boom to last, we need to address parking

    For micromobility to rise to the next level, we must make the public space provisions to ensure that riding a bike or e-scooter is as safe and convenient as driving a car. 

    Shabazz Stuart & Carl Vernersson • Jan. 4, 2021
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    Cleantech needs to be useful first, sustainable second

    While the cleanest tech may be what many retailers and consumers are looking for, it's the precise opposite of what our commercial buyers want.

    Darren Anderson • Dec. 21, 2020
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    5 ways smart infrastructure shapes communities for the better

    From improved transportation to data-driven decisions, smart cities are using technology to raise the bar for the world of tomorrow.

    Forrest Senti • Dec. 18, 2020
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    How IoT can help cities survive the holiday 'shipmageddon'

    The sooner delivery services begin tapping available technologies, the sooner we can reduce chronic issues like holiday congestion and shipping delays.  

    Jonathan Sparks • Dec. 14, 2020