Westminster, CO

Westminster, CO generates feedback for long-term plan despite pandemic with meeting-in-a-box

The council initiated in-person community meetings for the 2040 Comprehensive Plan prior to COVID-19. Residents can request meeting-in-a-box kits by email or mail and lead small-group sessions. The kit includes discussion questions, surveys, and accompanying documents that lead to long-term thinking. Participants also receive instructions for gathering feedback and recording sessions useful in plan development.

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Westminster, CO

United States

Westminster, CO gains insights into traffic problems with help of Intelligent Intersections system

The city received a free six-month trial of the smart traffic system as a winner of the 2020 Parsons Smart Cities Challenge. City officials selected Sheridan Boulevard for the pilot because of its heavy traffic volume. Intelligent Intersections uses Westminster's traffic sensor network to analyze 12 metrics including stop light arrivals and pedestrian delays. The platform recommends traffic light intervals that ease traffic jams and reduce idled vehicle emissions.

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Westminster, CO

United States

Westminster, CO partnered with EasyMile and US Ignite to launch an autonomous shuttle delivery pilot

The City of Westminster partnered with EasyMile and US Ignite to launch a fully autonomous shuttle for regularly scheduled deliveries to a local food bank. The pilot project involves transporting food from the city's MAC recreation center to the Growing Home food pantry. The MAC recreation center was converted into a food distribution center due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The EZ10 driverless shuttle transports 400 pounds of food and supplies twice every morning across a one-mile route.

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Westminster, CO

United States

Westminster, CO built a GIS map utilizing city data to accurately estimate water usage

Westminster built a GIS map that overlays water resources and infrastructure to estimate water usage. The map is helpful for developers looking to understand how much water their developments will utilize. The map also helps the city with long-term water supply planning.

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Westminster, CO

United States