The Michigan city has lost half its population since 1960. A digital tool to improve collaboration is helping communities manage their abandoned properties.

Oakland, California’s digital engagement officer says resource-strapped local governments can improve interjurisdictional partnership through careful strategy.

A new institute will enhance collaboration and communication between hundreds of technology-focused city officials from around the world.

Known for his dedication to public service and a focus on getting people to cooperate across jurisdictional boundaries, the 30-year IT veteran steps down.

Ohio state CIO Ervan Rodgers says he wanted to create an atmosphere that would get people loose and willing to share new ideas.

The top technology official for Santa Clara County, California, says in her jurisdiction, digital services fall into two clear categories.

Forming and sustaining partnerships across state, local and education branches of government is a challenge, but well worth the effort, IT leaders say.

Officials from all levels of government say the annual event is a chance both for education and to reinforce the necessity of cooperation across boundaries.

Researchers from NASEM highlight the need for secure and verifiable voting systems and urge Congress for new mandates and funding.