Denver Code For Communities: Ideas for Apps for Communities! -
Hey folks!
Still nailing down the exact date and location for the July hackathon. But don’t worry, we’re very close. In the meantime, we’re looking for ideas for apps for communities in Denver. Below are a couple of examples of datasets that will be available at and before the hackathon. Think of…
Code for America: #CivicStartup -
What is a “Civic Startup”?
That’s a question we get a lot. And understandably so. This is a new concept in an emerging market without much precedent. But that’s not to underscore its importance. This is a massive and massively important opportunity.
So in an attempt to help explore, clarify,…
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Chicago Launches Adopt-a-Sidewalk -
Congrats to Chicago for successfully redeploying our Adopt-a-Hydrant app to preparation for snow season in the Windy City!
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“It was really the spark for our community, giving citizens a way to express that interest.” — City of Raleigh Councilor, Bonner Gaylord on CityCamp
(Source: digitalcommunities.com)
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#Transpo Camp Best Practices for #OpenData Communities. #opengov #gov20 (Taken with instagram)
Inside Honolulu – Honolulu Government, Politics : After 'CityCamp' Comes 'Hackathon' -
Last month, we went to CityCamp to see what brave new technologies the City and County of Honolulu is cooking up.
Now, the city will hold its first “Hackathon” to develop computer apps designed to improve the day-to-day lives of Honolulu residents.
The city will bring its “ever-broadening array…
“Transit developers, web developers, hobbyists, hackers, or anyone who uses mass transit and has a bit of tech skills - you are part of the solution” — MTA Bus Time Wiki Intro