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Town turns to text messaging to boost community engagement

GCN

Andover, Massachusetts, operates under the town meeting system. Amid abysmal meeting attendance, officials turned to SMS to manage its meetings and various initiatives.

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New AWS ebook explores cloud technology’s impact on sustainability goals in higher education

AWS Public Sector Blog

Through research, teaching, and community engagement, educators are uniquely positioned to shape the next generation of leaders and innovators who will be looking to tackle these sustainability challenges. Furthermore, AWS is committed to being water positive by 2030, making more water available to the communities where we operate.

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AWS selects 13 startups to innovate public safety solutions through the GovTech Accelerator

AWS Public Sector Blog

By leveraging AWS to develop the next generation of GovTech technology, the startups aim to address justice and public safety challenges, such as increasing community engagement, deterring crime, and reducing recidivism. 911 call centers are facing unprecedented challenges, with high call volumes, legacy technology, and short staffing.

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Harnessing data for safer communities

American City & Country

One of the primary challenges is the daily influx of “real time” data that could significantly enhance situational awareness during operations. It can help law enforcement agencies transform data into actionable intelligence, streamlining operations and enhancing overall situational awareness. Navigating the information flood.

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Maximizing Municipal Budgets: Cutting Costs Without Cutting Corners

Speaker: Noratek

Discover how municipalities like yours are leveraging technology to enhance service delivery, reduce operational costs, and generate lasting ROI.

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How data-driven technology helps law enforcement agencies improve constituent outcomes  

AWS Public Sector Blog

Public safety agencies must understand and address the specific needs of their constituents among a diverse group of communities. To address community needs, agencies must consider interoperability. Create a common operating picture for search and rescue at the edge with AWS. Reach out to the AWS Public Sector Team for more.

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Five Placemaking Projects that Empower Community Engagement

Social Pinpoint

So, join us as we explore five inspiring placemaking project examples that empower community engagement. These five initiatives benefit local residents’ specific needs and interests and help beautify our neighbourhoods for increased tourism for future visitors and residing community members for years to come.

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Proactive vs Reactive Maintenance: Making the Case for Preparedness

Discover comprehensive strategies for optimizing operations and achieving cost efficiency! It empowers local governments and maintenance departments to streamline operations and ensure significant cost savings.