AWS Public Sector Blog

JULY 11, 2024

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Education 81

Education Local Government Public Sector Public Safety 81

American City & Country

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

If you were to investigate the history of building codes, you would find they have played a critical role in public safety. Economic and political pressures, and changes in public awareness drive the political will to enforce codes. A false sense of security can be deceiving and risk compensation explains this safety paradox.

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Regulations Elected Officials Coordinator Public Safety 63

AWS Public Sector Blog

OCTOBER 30, 2023

The US Navy and AWS Partner GBL Systems Corporation worked together to develop FutureOrb ID , which uses artificial intelligence (AI) and facial recognition, to streamline authentication for access to restricted spaces, improving both staff experience and security. In less than a year, FutureOrb ID went from concept to prototype.

Public Sector 75

Public Sector Public Safety Nonprofit Regulations 75

GovLoop

JUNE 12, 2024

Last year, the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) and FEMA announced an additional $375 million for the second year of the State and Local Cybersecurity Grant Program (SLCGP). CISA released updates for its Public Safety Communications and Cyber Resiliency Toolkit and, with DHS, its Resiliency Fact Sheet.

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Constituents Local Government Advocacy Public Safety 59

Google Public Sector

DECEMBER 9, 2021

Google has a long history and deep commitment to innovation in the public sector and regulated markets including healthcare, financial services, and telecommunications, to name a few. mission, security requirements, policy, and compliance considerations).

Government 52

Government Security Public Sector Implementation 52

Center for Community Progress

MAY 26, 2023

And property taxes fund basic community services like schools, roads, parks, sidewalks, and public safety—the things that enable families to live and build wealth in vibrant, secure neighborhoods. Property has intrinsic and monetary value.

Local Government 98

Local Government Laws Housing Public Safety 98

PBB Center for Priority Based Budgeting

JUNE 2, 2016

Joplin residents rank safe, secure city as highest priority Joplin residents who responded to a city budget survey rated a "safe, secure and prepared community" as the highest of seven city priorities. because many of those same respondents also saw value in the 'safe, secure and prepared community' result.

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Budgeting Parks And Recreation Engagement Voting 52

AccessE11

JANUARY 2, 2024

This helpline uses an AI bot to simplify access to services and understanding of permits/regulations for people. For instance, municipalities are increasingly focusing on integrating these technologies into their infrastructure to improve everything from traffic management and waste disposal to energy usage and public safety.

Engagement 52

Engagement Sustainability Local Government Operations 52

CRA Today

OCTOBER 20, 2021

A basic transaction account is an important first step in establishing a mainstream banking relationship, depositing earnings securely, accessing credit and saving for the future. Nationally, 48% of Black households and 42% of Hispanic households are unbanked or underbanked, compared to less than 14% of white households.

Community Development 52

Community Development Development Accountability Nonprofit 52

American City & Country

AUGUST 26, 2024

As we approach November, officials at the local, state, and federal levels need to address several challenges, including: Raising public confidence in the electoral process. Ensuring secure and transparent elections. Protecting the safety of voters, poll workers, and election infrastructure.

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Social Media Voting Laws Security 98

American City & Country

AUGUST 28, 2024

Lighting retrofits for greater energy-efficient lighting and expertise in securing federal, state and local incentives may require consultative services. Due to a lack of recycling infrastructure, many countries deal with e-waste by exporting large amounts to developing regions that lack proper waste management systems and regulations.

Sustainability 97

Sustainability Government Operations Strategic Planning 97