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San Antonio residents shape city’s technology adoptions

The Municipal Posted on November 27, 2024 by Lauren CaggianoNovember 19, 2024
San Antonio has engaged its residents in its exploration of different technologies, allowing them to shape what gets adopted. (Khairil Azhar Junos/Shutterstock.com) Smart Cities

The city of San Antonio, Texas’, Smart Cities program is taking a unique approach to resident engagement with its Smart City Sandbox initiative. The idea prioritizes community input and collaboration in developing and testing new technologies for use in public … Continue reading →

Posted in Technology | Tagged november 2024, technology, The Municipal

Lightning suppression devices prevent strikes on critical city buildings

The Municipal Posted on November 18, 2024 by Nicholette CarlsonOctober 31, 2024
The city of Cape Canaveral, Fla., has installed five lightning suppression devices, with a sixth on the way, in order to protect all critical city buildings and areas. (Photo provided by the city of Cape Canaveral, Fla.)

Lightning strikes constitute a serious risk in Florida because of its unique geography. The state has even been named the lightning capital of the U.S., according to the National Weather Service. Specifically, the area between Titusville and Tampa Bay tends … Continue reading →

Posted in Technology, Uncategorized | Tagged november 2024, technology, The Municipal

Holyoke police move records to the cloud

The Municipal Posted on November 16, 2024 by Janet PattersonOctober 31, 2024
The Holyoke Police Department’s new cloud-based records system will enable officers to access data and file reports directly from mobile computers in their vehicles. This system broadens the scope of information they can transmit and receive, surpassing the capabilities of the former local system. (Photos provided by Holyoke, Mass., Police Department)

The use of technology in law enforcement is not just a recent innovation. But the scope and power of its uses have made leaps and bounds since the police radio was introduced in 1933 and radar detectors began catching speeding … Continue reading →

Posted in Technology | Tagged november 2024, technology, The Municipal

Communities turn to new technologies to enhance capabilities and improve outcomes

The Municipal Posted on November 4, 2024 by Julie YoungOctober 30, 2024
Caltrans District 6, which includes Fresno, Calif., has started using new technologies, robot mowers, to get into tight places for grass and weed abatement, which is especially important during the summer when dried grass becomes fuel for potential wildfires. (Photo provided by Caltrans District 6)

It may require a hefty investment, a lot of research, and a leap of faith, but integrating new technologies allow municipalities to enhance their capabilities, improve safety and streamline operations for their employees as well as the residents that they … Continue reading →

Posted in Technology | Tagged november 2024, technology, The Municipal

Can AI be helpful for your city?

The Municipal Posted on November 2, 2024 by Denise FedorowOctober 30, 2024
Artificial,Intelligence,Ai,And,Machine,Learning,Concept.,Computer,Processor,Chip

Most of us with a smartphone are using artificial intelligence every day whether or not we think we are. Are you asking Siri or Google to dial a phone number for you or give you directions? It’s AI. AI is … Continue reading →

Posted in Technology | Tagged november 2024, technology, The Municipal

Weedoo Boats: Trusted by municipalities worldwide for eco-friendly aquatic management equipment

The Municipal Posted on October 31, 2024 by Karla MoriartyOctober 30, 2024
It fits. Weedoo’s shallow draft hull and lightweight design allow for easy maneuverability in narrow spaces. (Photo provided by Weedoo Boats)

Weedoo Boats is a global leader in the manufacturing of aquatic weed management equipment, trusted by federal agencies and municipalities alike. Operating in 41 states and 17 countries, Weedoo has established a proven reputation for innovation and environmental responsibility by … Continue reading →

Posted in Featured Articles, On the cover, Technology | Tagged features, november 2024, technology, The Municipal

Software connects residents to resources in Seattle

The Municipal Posted on February 14, 2024 by Dani MessickFebruary 14, 2024
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An initiative developed by Google is saving the citizens of Seattle, Wash., some serious cash. Families can repurpose up to $25,000 in annual living expenses because of measures taken by their elected officials and Google to make access to services … Continue reading →

Posted in Technology | Tagged november 2023, seattle, technology, The Municipal

New technology helps Spartanburg, S.C., trap and secure strays more efficiently

The Municipal Posted on December 19, 2023 by Nicholette CarlsonDecember 19, 2023
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In order to help control the stray pet population more safely and efficiently, the city of Spartanburg, S.C., Animal Services is utilizing newly purchased technology. Two of these new technologies include Skyhawk Kiwi live trap monitors and a net gun. … Continue reading →

Posted in Technology | Tagged november 2023, technology, The Municipal

License plate recognition technology amplifies, speeds up parking enforcement

The Municipal Posted on November 23, 2023 by Dani MessickNovember 22, 2023
parking enforcement

Parking enforcement: It’s a tedious task and not particularly exciting for enforcement officials, but it’s a necessary function that must be navigated by communities. “People definitely like to stay beyond the time limit, or use varying payment methods,” said Jesten … Continue reading →

Posted in Technology | Tagged july 2023, parking enforcement, technology, The Municipal

New technology helps give Grand Island police a safer, faster upper hand

The Municipal Posted on November 20, 2023 by Nicholette CarlsonNovember 20, 2023
police

The Grand Island, Neb., Police Department is doing its best to stay up to date with technological advances that can aid the department. Two pieces of technological equipment recently acquired this year include a system to help more quickly and … Continue reading →

Posted in Technology | Tagged november 2023, police, technology, The Municipal

Oklahoma City tests methods to control electric vehicle fires

The Municipal Posted on November 15, 2023 by Kevin KilbaneNovember 15, 2023
electric vehicle

The call comes in to emergency dispatch: An electric vehicle is on fire near the interstate exit ramp. Fire crews rush to the scene. If the blaze involves the car’s lithium-ion battery, putting out the fire could be a challenge. … Continue reading →

Posted in Technology | Tagged electric vehicle, novmeber 2023, technology, The Municipal

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