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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 -
Deep Dive
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 -
The debate over federal autonomous vehicle legislation
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 -
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 -
Opinion
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 -
Deep Dive
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 -
Georgia Tech unveils winners of Georgia Smart Communities Challenge
Each winner will each receive $50,000 in grants and $25,000 from Georgia Tech in research support. Work on the projects will begin in September.
By Chris Teale • Updated June 13, 2018 -
New Orleans launches challenge to reduce downtown energy usage
The Downtown NOLA Energy Challenge will encourage business owners to reduce their energy footprint through a number of resources and tools.
By Kristin Musulin • Feb. 21, 2018 -
Deep Dive
Q&A: How the Colorado Smart Cities Alliance is pushing its members to 'advance faster together'
Co-founder Jake Rishavy shared how the alliance, which works with 12 member cities as well as academic and private sector partners, is shaping civic innovation in Colorado.
By Chris Teale • Feb. 20, 2018 -
Deep Dive
Managing the curbside in the age of e-commerce and congestion
Delivery trucks, bike lanes, parking spaces and ride-share services all play into the curbside ecosystem. How cities are managing that ecosystem can set them up for success or failure.
By Katie Pyzyk • Feb. 20, 2018 -
Smart Infrastructure Challenge launched for cities, regional bodies
The competition will encourage governments and agencies to work together on shared regional plans.
By Chris Teale • Feb. 16, 2018