How to co-create data governance with your citizens

Anthea Foyer, Culture Planner for the City of Mississauga shares the importance of data governance and practical implementation tips from her own city.

Chesterfield, NH offers every resident broadband access

The town took advantage of a new state law allowing it to issue a bond and form a public-private partnership to bring high-speed internet to a previously underserved community.

4 ways local governments are driving community investment

Cities and counties are bringing the public into their fundraising process, offering bonds, shares, and other investment opportunities to drive innovation.

Waterly helps water utilities leverage tech on the go

The company provides software designed by water professionals to eliminate the manual work and enable seamless reporting and data sharing, saving water and wastewater utilities time and money.

Aurora embarks on new social innovation initiative

The second largest city in Illinois has launched Thrive Collaborative Center to promote local nonprofit growth, networking and success to support a stronger city.

Clark County, NV puts a hybrid spin on local government

The county’s human-centered approach promotes modernized services and workplace policies, while also retaining person-to-person connection.

Australian cities make the shift to 100% green energy

A number of cities are using wind, solar, and hydro power to run government and other city buildings — and they’re doing it in innovative ways.

Camden boosts digital engagement and will share the playbook

The London Borough of Camden received funding through the Local Digital Fund to make a digital “playbook” on consultation and engagement and to develop a digital site notice.

Leeds, GB develops an app to combat loneliness

The award-winning mobile app combines crowd-sourcing and geolocation with human-centred services to facilitate social outreach.