For transit systems with shaky performance and unclear futures, the city is turning to small tech companies for a leg up.

Ten startups will enter a 24-month program to develop solutions aimed at improving quality of life, public safety and public health for underserved communities.

Months after a similar competition targeting transportation and environment, the city now looks for tools to support its police, fire and health departments.

Urban-X's sixth cohort will feature seven companies that will also address design, road safety and emergency response.

Tech startups partnered with 22 local governments to create new digital tools, revamp frail processes and unite stakeholders.

Early partnerships with educational institutions and community groups will make this a project everyone can use and build together, organizers say.

As part of the capital's GigabitxDC Challenge, semifinalists showcased mobile innovations that found new uses for the next generation of wireless technology.

Accepted proposal writers will present their ideas at the nonprofit's annual Summit event in May.

A 'Govhacks' survey from Accenture revealed the need for technology in government innovation.