Pitkin County, CO adopts Hexagon's HxGN Connect solution for improved emergency responses
County officials selected HxGN Connect in support of better services to mountain towns. The cloud-based platform automatically maps all incidents reported to local dispatchers and enables rapid cross-department coordination. An AI-powered Smart Advisor feature turns dispatch calls into analytics about linked incidents, personnel needs, and recommended responses. This system may be connected in the future to existing tools like wildfire detectors and public works vehicles.
Pitkin County, CO
United States
Denver, CO adopts SPIDR Tech platform for public communications following emergency calls
The Denver Police Department sought a more efficient process for follow-up communications with 911 callers and victims. SPIDR Tech texts those who report incidents 30 minutes after their calls for updates on investigations. The automated system sends report numbers, badge numbers, and other details to victims for easier retrieval of case information. This technology complements an ongoing pilot whereby 911 callers can stream live video from their phones to dispatchers.
Denver, CO
United States
Montgomery County, MD Drone as First Responder pilot tests technology's role in emergencies
Montgomery County selected Silver Spring and Wheaton as flight zones after evaluating crime trends. County dispatchers and drone pilots consult during each emergency call to decide if flights are necessary. The Montgomery County Police Department determines threat levels, personnel needs, and appropriate responses based on real-time aerial footage. Community feedback gathered at two public meetings shaped the program's development.
Montgomery County, MD
United States
Greater Manchester Combined Authority, GB funds Unbroken VR training for domestic violence help
VR developer Mother Mountain Productions contracted with the authority for Unbroken's development. Unbroken is divided into two tracks - Insight and Flourish - for council officials and non-profit services, respectively. Insight's immersive experiences of coercive control based on interviews with 15 survivors improve staff awareness. Flourish provides tools like life coaching and meditations for different stages of organizational assistance.
Greater Manchester Combined Authority, GB
United Kingdom
Oakland, CA streamlines public reporting of vehicle break-ins with @OaklandAutoBurg pilot
The Oakland Police Department reported a 36% increase in locked vehicle break-ins from 2022 to 2023. An October 2023 weekend pilot asked residents to report suspicious behavior or attempted break-ins to @OaklandAutoBurg on Instagram and X. Police staff monitored the accounts and forwarded relevant information to foot patrols. The @OaklandAutoBurg reporting accounts may be used in the future as complements to deterrence methods like decoys and aerial monitoring.
Oakland, CA
United States
Warner Robins, GA develops Citizen Safety Digital Twin for smart placement of license plate readers
Warner Robins received a Partnership for Inclusive Innovation grant for the twin's development. Recent crime data are mapped in the digital twin, resulting in optimal locations for license plate readers. City police place 10 Flock cameras at crime hotspots with regular rotations to new areas based on data trends. University researchers gather feedback from residents and community stakeholders to shape the digital twin's development.
Warner Robins, GA
United States
Thurston County, WA implements Public Safety Assessment tool for transparent pretrial decisions
Thurston County's Pretrial Services team uses the PSA in deciding pretrial release or detainment conditions. PSA is a risk assessment method built on demographic and criminal justice data validated by RTI International. PSA results, case evidence, and constitutional requirements inform pretrial conditions in every case. County officials pursued a multi-year development process for the PSA as part of its involvement in the national Advancing Pretrial Policy & Research program.
Thurston County, WA
United States
The Hague, ZH evaluates public compliance with no-fly zones during drone sensor pilot
The Hague maintains drone no-fly zones near nature areas, embassies, and other sensitive locations. A one-year pilot with local police placed radio sensors in three neighborhoods. Sensors gather data from remote control signals including drone type, altitude, and flight path. The names of drone operators are not captured by the sensor network. Local officials are considering public education for drone operators and no-fly zone changes based on pilot results.
The Hague, ZH
Netherlands
Baltimore, MD creates new paths to employment for squeegee workers with its Squeegee Collaborative
Baltimore's collaboration with community and business groups seeks an empathetic response to squeegee workers. The city maintains a heat map of squeegeeing incidents based on police calls and outreach efforts. Young workers are shifted toward job readiness programs, continuing education, and recreation programs. Navigators work with service providers on comprehensive services for workers ranging from mentoring to mental health treatment.
Baltimore, MD
United States
Hobbs, NM combats illegal gun use in public spaces with ZeroEyes detection system
City officials approved the integration of the AI-powered software into security cameras at parks, city buildings, and traffic lights. ZeroEyes captures footage of illegally brandished or used guns throughout Hobbs. Images are sent to the company's Operations Centers for verification and communication with local law enforcement. This process can take as little as three seconds from image delivery. The system filters out false alarms caused by legal gun use, toy weapons, and BB guns.
Hobbs, NM
United States
Berkeley, CA works with Genasys on targeted communication system for emergency situations
First responders in Berkeley previously used door-to-door contact for emergency evacuations. The city's partnership with Genasys adopted a zonal approach for TV, social media, and text alerts. City officials use a cloud-based platform to alert impacted residents during natural disasters and public safety situations. The platform models future movement of wildfires, active shooters, and other hazards for more accurate alerts throughout emergencies.
Berkeley, CA
United States
Vancouver, BC Last Call Pilot Project takes aim at sexual harassment in bars and clubs
Vancouver and project partner Good Night Out selected six establishments for the one-year pilot. Each venue receives full-staff training on harassment prevention, free subscriptions to the #NotMe platform, and display materials. Patrons are encouraged to download the #NotMe mobile app for anonymous reporting of misconduct and harassment in any establishment. City officials pursued the pilot in response to data indicating frequent incidents of harassment and violence in hospitality settings.
Vancouver, BC
Canada