As technology continues to evolve, privacy has become a constant juggling act. This fine line is particularly seen in today’s debate on facial recognition. Some cities are embracing it — often seeing considerable value in the realm of public safety … Continue reading →
By Denene Williams, MAX USA CORP. In 2019, the American Society of Civil Engineers gave the nation’s infrastructure a D+ grade. The infrastructure referenced on this report card represents the roads and bridges Americans use daily to commute back and … Continue reading →
If there wasn’t enough to do already as a municipal manager, the list just got longer. There is one issue quickly jumping to the top: improving communications and public relations with the community you serve. You can talk all day … Continue reading →
Drones have gained attention recently due to their maneuverability, versatility and low operational cost in military applications. These qualities make drones desirable to public service agencies as well. Fire departments, in particular, can benefit from this technology when it comes … Continue reading →
Technology and turkeys Really, the two — technology and turkeys — don’t go together well in the public sector. For the most part, advances in technology are supertools, not turkeys. For example, developments in aerial surveillance, i.e. drones; GIS, as … Continue reading →
In the battle to extend the viable lifespan of aged water and sewer lines, trenchless technology is gaining ground. At the largest trenchless technology conference in the region, the North American Society for Trenchless Technology’s 2014 No-Dig Show, exhibitors debuted … Continue reading →
Kirkland, Wash. — Icom America, leading two-way radio manufacturer and multi-vendor solutions provider, is attending at the 2014 International Wireless Communications Expo (IWCE). The conference will be held at the Las Vegas Convention Center in Nevada from March 24-28 with … Continue reading →
Standing in line to taze an alien wasn’t the only order of business at the International Association of Chiefs of Police 2013 conference, but it was certainly among the enjoyable moments at this year’s annual event. Law enforcement administrators joined … Continue reading →
Technology continually evolves, posing a challenge to law enforcement as detectives tackle an increasing number of cybercrimes like cyberbullying and cyberstalking. Annually, more than 2,000 victims of cyberharassment approach Working to Halt Online Abuse seeking help — approximately 50-75 cases … Continue reading →
The Electric Power Research Institute, with funding from the Department of Energy and the South Coast Air Quality Management District, grants contract that will further advance plug-in hybrid technology and accelerate the commercialization of large hybrid trucks Waukesha, WI – … Continue reading →
The Municipal got its feet wet March 3–7 at the North American Society for Trenchless Technology No-Dig show in Sacramento, Calif. Sales representative Matt Dudlak left Midwestern winter snowstorms in the rearview mirror to visit the Golden State and sit … Continue reading →
