# CityAge

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## Posts

- [222 – New Digital Governance Standards Cities Must Prepare For](https://cityage.com/222-new-digital-governance-standards-cities-must-prepare-for/): A comprehensive framework for municipal digital governance is on the horizon, and cities are working quickly to understand its implications. The standards focus on cybersecurity, data transparency, and ethical AI use—areas where inconsistent practices have created vulnerabilities and public concern. Officials expect these new requirements to push cities toward more unified, secure, and resident-centered digital systems. Many municipalities are already forming internal task forces to evaluate their current data infrastructure and identify gaps. The standards are likely to encourage stronger interdepartmental collaboration, clearer digital rights for residents, and more accountability in how data-driven decisions are made. Cities that adapt early […]
- [221 – The Transportation Funding Rules That Will Reshape Mobility in 2025](https://cityage.com/221-the-transportation-funding-rules-that-will-reshape-mobility-in-2025/): New mobility funding rules are poised to give cities more flexibility in how they design and operate transportation networks. Expanded eligibility for micro-mobility, pedestrian improvements, and zero-emission fleets could open doors for a wider range of local initiatives. Transportation leaders say the changes represent one of the most significant updates in years, with the potential to rebalance investments away from car-centric priorities. Cities are now developing strategies to align upcoming proposals with the revised criteria. The shift may accelerate infrastructure for bikes, scooters, e-transit, and mobility hubs, strengthening multimodal access in dense and growing neighborhoods. As these rules take effect, […]
- [220 – A Major Shift Is Coming to City Climate Resilience Plans](https://cityage.com/220-a-major-shift-is-coming-to-city-climate-resilience-plans/): Cities across the country are preparing to update their climate resilience strategies using new federal guidance. The revisions prioritize heat mitigation, stormwater control, and wildfire protection, marking a broader shift toward integrated, whole-city planning. Officials say the emphasis on multi-benefit solutions—such as green streets, cooling corridors, and nature-based infrastructure—aligns with the realities of more frequent climate events. These updates could accelerate project timelines and unlock new funding streams for communities historically left out of large-scale resilience planning. Cities that adapt early will be better positioned to secure grants, test pilot programs, and build regional resilience networks. The coming policy shift […]
- [219 – What Cities Need to Know About the New Housing Affordability Standards](https://cityage.com/219-what-cities-need-to-know-about-the-new-housing-affordability-standards/): A wave of updated housing affordability guidelines is set to take effect, promising clearer expectations for developers and stronger protections for residents. These standards aim to close loopholes and ensure that new housing supply includes sustainable, income-diverse options. City officials believe the changes will bring more predictability to negotiations and approvals, making it easier to secure long-term affordability agreements. Developers and planners are already examining how the new standards will influence project viability. Some expect a surge in mixed-income proposals and partnerships with nonprofit housing providers. As cities navigate the transition, the reforms may become a catalyst for significantly expanding […]
- [218 – The Big Upcoming Policy Changes on Urban Infrastructure Funding](https://cityage.com/218-the-big-upcoming-policy-changes-on-urban-infrastructure-funding/): Cities are bracing for a new set of federal and regional policy adjustments aimed at accelerating infrastructure delivery. These reforms focus on streamlining approvals, expanding matching funds, and encouraging public-private partnerships that unlock capital more quickly. Urban leaders expect the changes to create new opportunities for projects that have stalled due to complex financial hurdles or limited municipal budgets. As these policies move closer to implementation, planners are preparing to re-evaluate pipelines and prioritize projects with strong economic and climate resilience outcomes. Many expect the reforms to shift the landscape for transit expansion, housing development, water infrastructure, and clean-energy upgrades. […]
- [Why Data Governance Is Becoming a Central Issue for Cities](https://cityage.com/why-data-governance-is-becoming-a-central-issue-for-cities/): As cities adopt digital platforms and connected infrastructure, decisions about how data is collected, stored, and shared carry enormous consequences. The ability to manage data responsibly can strengthen trust and enable better services. Conversely, poor governance can erode public confidence and limit the success of smart city initiatives. Forward-looking cities are establishing clear policies around privacy, equity, and accessibility. By treating data as a shared civic asset, they are laying the groundwork for more transparent, ethical, and effective public systems.
- [How Urban Growth Debates Are Redefining Political Power](https://cityage.com/how-urban-growth-debates-are-redefining-political-power/): Questions surrounding development, zoning, and housing supply are reshaping political landscapes in cities. Public hearings now draw diverse voices as communities weigh the benefits and challenges of growth. These debates reflect deeper tensions around affordability, inclusivity, and long-term planning. Cities are responding by adopting more transparent public engagement processes and relying on data to inform decisions. As stakeholders participate more actively, these debates are influencing elections, policymaking, and the broader distribution of civic power.
- [The Expanding Role of Local Leadership in National Challenges](https://cityage.com/the-expanding-role-of-local-leadership-in-national-challenges/): As national governments face political deadlock, local leaders are taking decisive action on issues such as climate resilience, housing, and public safety. Mayors and city councils are leveraging their proximity to residents to implement practical, data-driven solutions. Their ability to act quickly makes cities powerful engines of policy innovation. This shift is redefining governance structures across the country. Cities are forming coalitions, sharing research, and collaborating on large-scale initiatives that transcend state lines. Local leadership has become a driving force in shaping the direction of national priorities.
- [Art-Driven Placemaking and Its Impact on Urban Communities](https://cityage.com/art-driven-placemaking-and-its-impact-on-urban-communities/): Creative placemaking projects are bringing art into the heart of urban development strategies. Murals, sculptures, digital installations, and performance spaces can dramatically reshape how people experience neighborhoods. These artistic interventions often reflect community values and tell stories that strengthen local identity. By integrating artists into early planning stages, cities foster more inclusive and responsive design. The presence of public art helps build community pride, reduces perceptions of neglect, and encourages residents to spend more time in shared spaces. The cultural and social benefits extend far beyond aesthetics.
- [The New Wave of Culinary Innovation Shaping City Identity](https://cityage.com/the-new-wave-of-culinary-innovation-shaping-city-identity/): Urban food scenes are evolving as immigrant chefs, entrepreneurs, and next-generation restaurateurs introduce bold flavors and fresh culinary concepts. Their contributions are transforming entire neighborhoods into cultural destinations that reflect global influences. These dining hubs encourage a sense of belonging while attracting a diverse mix of residents and tourists. Cities are supporting these culinary ecosystems by offering grants, market space, and flexible zoning for food-focused entrepreneurs. As these communities grow, they become key components of local culture — reinforcing the unique character and identity of each city. Urban food scenes are evolving as immigrant chefs, entrepreneurs, and next-generation restaurateurs introduce […]
- [How Cultural Investment Is Reviving Urban Cores](https://cityage.com/how-cultural-investment-is-reviving-urban-cores/): Cities are discovering that cultural institutions and creative programming can play a pivotal role in revitalizing downtown districts. Theater performances, public art installations, and seasonal festivals draw residents and visitors into areas that once suffered from low foot traffic. These activities spark economic activity while reinforcing local identity. With strategic support from city agencies and private partners, cultural projects are becoming long-term pillars of downtown renewal. Investments in galleries, event spaces, and artist residencies strengthen community ties and attract new businesses to surrounding neighborhoods. Culture has become a powerful engine for both social and economic regeneration.
- [The Next Wave of Smart Grid Innovations Is Arriving in Cities](https://cityage.com/the-next-wave-of-smart-grid-innovations-is-arriving-in-cities/): The modernization of electrical grids is accelerating as cities prepare for surging demand from electric vehicles, heat waves, and expanding digital infrastructure. Smart grids equipped with sensors, advanced meters, and real-time analytics are making energy systems more resilient and efficient. Utilities can identify outages faster and anticipate peaks in energy consumption with greater accuracy. These innovations also support the transition to renewable energy. Smart grids make it easier to integrate solar, wind, and battery storage systems while giving residents more control over their consumption. Cities that invest in next-generation energy systems are better positioned to achieve climate goals and ensure […]
- [How Cities Are Using AI to Deliver Faster and More Reliable Services](https://cityage.com/how-cities-are-using-ai-to-deliver-faster-and-more-reliable-services/): Cities are rapidly integrating AI tools into government operations, from traffic optimization to building inspections. These technologies help identify patterns, streamline workflows, and deliver faster service to residents. As departments adopt smarter systems, they can better manage limited resources and respond to problems before they escalate. AI is also transforming how cities engage with the public. Chatbots, predictive analytics, and automated notifications allow residents to access information quickly and interact with services more easily. With proper oversight and ethical standards, AI can significantly enhance transparency and trust in local government.
- [Designing High-Density Neighborhoods That Still Feel Livable](https://cityage.com/designing-high-density-neighborhoods-that-still-feel-livable/): As housing demand grows, cities are experimenting with new approaches to high-density design that prioritize comfort and community connection. Architects are creating buildings with shared courtyards, rooftop green spaces, and integrated amenities that support daily life. These features help make compact living more desirable while fostering interactions among neighbors. Thoughtful design also plays a role in addressing environmental challenges. High-density developments can reduce land consumption and promote more efficient energy use, especially when paired with transit-oriented planning. When executed well, dense neighborhoods can offer a strong sense of belonging and high quality of life.
- [Why Sustainable Architecture Is Becoming the New Urban Standard](https://cityage.com/why-sustainable-architecture-is-becoming-the-new-urban-standard/): Cities are adopting ambitious sustainability targets, prompting architects to rethink building design from the ground up. High-performance materials, green roofs, and energy-efficient systems are becoming standard components of new developments. Many cities are also encouraging mass timber construction and circular-economy approaches to reduce carbon footprints. These sustainability trends are influencing the entire lifecycle of buildings, from construction to long-term maintenance. Developers see the value in investing in energy savings and healthier indoor environments, while residents benefit from reduced utility costs and improved living conditions. Sustainable architecture is no longer a niche movement — it’s quickly becoming the norm for urban […]
- [How Modern Cities Are Reimagining Public Spaces for Community Life](https://cityage.com/how-modern-cities-are-reimagining-public-spaces-for-community-life/): Public spaces are being redesigned to better reflect the social and environmental needs of 21st-century cities. Architects and planners are moving away from static plazas toward more flexible environments that support a variety of activities, from markets to performances to quiet relaxation. These spaces are also incorporating more natural materials and climate-responsive features that make them comfortable throughout the year. Communities are playing a more active role in the design process, contributing insights into how spaces are used and what amenities matter most. This engagement helps ensure that public spaces feel welcoming and inclusive, particularly for historically underserved populations. The […]
- [The Emerging Role of Civic Investment Funds in Local Economies](https://cityage.com/the-emerging-role-of-civic-investment-funds-in-local-economies/): Cities are beginning to create civic investment funds to support local businesses, infrastructure improvements, and social-impact initiatives. These funds often blend public dollars with philanthropic or private capital, giving cities more control over how investments align with community priorities. They also help accelerate projects that may struggle to secure traditional financing. Civic funds have already supported small business expansions, technology upgrades for public services, and neighborhood revitalization programs. As more cities adopt this model, they are positioning themselves to respond quickly to economic challenges while fostering inclusive growth. The approach represents a shift toward more locally driven and mission-aligned financial […]
- [Why Investors Are Targeting Urban Regeneration Projects](https://cityage.com/why-investors-are-targeting-urban-regeneration-projects/): Investors across the world are showing renewed interest in urban regeneration as cities prioritize walkability, transit access, and mixed-use development. These projects often involve transforming underused districts into vibrant hubs of economic activity that support housing, business growth, and public amenities. Investors see strong potential for reliable returns, given the sustained demand for centrally located housing and commercial space. In collaboration with city governments, developers are adopting holistic strategies that combine sustainability goals with community engagement. Many cities now require affordable housing components, energy-efficient design, and public space contributions as part of large-scale redevelopment plans. This shared commitment helps ensure […]
- [How Cities Are Financing the Next Era of Climate Adaptation](https://cityage.com/how-cities-are-financing-the-next-era-of-climate-adaptation/): Climate adaptation has become one of the most urgent priorities for city governments, yet the costs of building resilient infrastructure continue to rise. To close funding gaps, cities are exploring new financing tools, including green bonds, resilience funds, and public-private partnerships. These mechanisms allow municipalities to access capital at a scale once reserved for major infrastructure projects. They also help shift the focus from temporary fixes to long-lasting structural improvements. As climate threats intensify, cities are allocating these resources toward flood prevention, wildfire mitigation, power-grid upgrades, and heat-resistant public realm design. Partnerships with federal agencies and private investors offer additional […]
- [The New Blueprint for Pedestrian-First Urban Design](https://cityage.com/the-new-blueprint-for-pedestrian-first-urban-design/): Urban planners are putting pedestrians at the center of city design as they rethink the purpose and layout of streets. Car-dominated corridors are being reimagined with wider sidewalks, shaded seating, protected bike lanes, and safer crossings. These changes not only make cities more walkable but also support public health by inviting people to spend more time outdoors. Residents are responding positively to these upgrades, noting improvements in both safety and neighborhood connectedness. This movement is also deeply tied to climate resilience and sustainability goals. Cities are integrating vegetation, permeable surfaces, and stormwater features into streetscapes to manage heat and rainfall […]
- [How Cities Are Transforming Downtowns Into 24-Hour Neighborhoods](https://cityage.com/how-cities-are-transforming-downtowns-into-24-hour-neighborhoods/): Downtown districts are undergoing a profound shift as cities explore ways to make them more resilient and active beyond the traditional 9-to-5 workday. With office occupancy still recovering, many planners see an opportunity to diversify downtown functions by integrating housing, cultural venues, green spaces, and small-scale entrepreneurship. This multi-use approach seeks to create vibrant, walkable neighborhoods where people can live, work, and play within the same area. Cities are revisiting zoning codes, offering incentives for adaptive reuse, and working closely with community organizations to guide this transition. By blending residential units with social spaces, retail, and services, downtowns become more […]
- [Why More People Are Choosing Mid-Size Cities for Their Next Chapter](https://cityage.com/why-more-people-are-choosing-mid-size-cities-for-their-next-chapter/): Mid-size cities are emerging as some of the most desirable places to live, thanks to a balance of affordability, opportunity, and livability that large metros can’t always match. As remote work reshapes where people choose to settle, cities that once struggled to attract national attention are now experiencing measurable growth in both population and investment. These communities are leveraging their scale to move quickly on new housing policies, public space improvements, and infrastructure upgrades. Local leaders are responding to this momentum by fostering stronger relationships between public agencies, businesses, and community groups. They’re using this moment to pilot new ideas […]
- [Why Every Company, City, and Citizen Needs a Space Strategy](https://cityage.com/why-every-company-city-and-citizen-needs-a-space-strategy/): Space is no longer just up there — the real value is created down here.
- [Opinion: The ocean is our brand and superpower](https://cityage.com/opinion-the-ocean-is-our-brand-and-superpower/): Miro Cernetig: The Blue Economy is worth $3 trillion globally. Every savvy nation and city with a coastline is racing to claim its piece. Why not us? Metro Vancouver and B.C. have the geography, talent, infrastructure, and values. Seaspan in North Vancouver is just one example of the talent and infrastructure that make B.C. a unique hub for the world’s Blue Economy, writes Miro Cernetig. Jason Payne/ PNG Photo by Jason Payne /PNG   Canada likes to call itself an energy superpower. Oil, gas, hydro, nuclear, wind and solar — we’ve got it all. But the truth is that our […]
- [Opinion: Asking for your help to build thriving Metro Vancouver communities](https://cityage.com/opinion-asking-for-your-help-to-build-thriving-metro-vancouver-communities/): The Vancouver Sun and CityAge are partnering on a project that we believe can help identify a roadmap of big ideas to build a thriving region. The Vancouver Sun and CityAge are partnering on a project that we believe can help identify a roadmap of big ideas to build a thriving region.    Metro Vancouver is home to remarkable innovators and people who care deeply about their neighbours and beautiful natural surroundings. That’s our history.   But what’s our future? In many ways, we have reached an inflection point for the region. There is a steady undercurrent of stress and […]
- [Welcome to The Urban Planet](https://cityage.com/welcome-to-the-urban-planet/): Think our planet is dominated by cities and humans? Think again. We’re on a very small patch of the Earth. And it’s where humanity’s — and our planet’s future — is being made. As we navigate the 21st century, one fact stands out: We now live on what can only be described as The Urban Planet. Cities and urban regions occupy just 3 to 4 percent of Earth’s land surface, yet they already house over half the world’s population—and that figure is on track to reach 70 percent by 2050. This isn’t just a demographic shift; it’s a profound transformation […]
- [Get Ready for Trips Between Spaceports and Rocket Ships to Tokyo](https://cityage.com/get-ready-for-trips-between-spaceports-and-rocket-ships-to-tokyo/): Dr. Nield officially added “Astronaut” to his long list of accolades and distinguished titles, reaching  space on Blue Origin's New Shepard.
- [The Pandemic, French Fries and the Future of Steak: Inside the Mind of Food Expert Evan Fraser](https://cityage.com/the-pandemic-french-fries-and-the-future-of-steak-inside-the-mind-of-food-expert-evan-fraser/): Inside the brain of Food Expert Evan Fraser  CityAge: What has COVID-19 told us about Canada’s food security?...
- [Why We're Launching Smart City Futures](https://cityage.com/why-were-launching-smart-city-futures/): The term ‘smart city’ has been around for more than a decade, an esoteric subject embraced by the urban planning and tech intelligentsia who believe digital tools will make our cities better places.‍ Find out more: https://smartcityfutures.io/introducing-smart-city-futures/
- [From airplane napkin sketch to world leading ag tech revolution](https://cityage.com/from-airplane-napkin-sketch-to-world-leading-ag-tech-revolution/): An Interview with Dave Dinesen, CEO of CubicFarms, on the future of food. Greenhouses have been around for centuries in some form or another, to help us extend growing seasons. But they can be finicky, don’t work in all climates and can be labor intensive. A pandemic can make it even tougher to airlift in our California veggies. David Dinesen, the CEO of CubicFarms, says there’s a better way to solve the world’s looming food shortages and get us a truly fresher and more sustainable salad to the table, whatever Mother Nature throws at us. CityAge: Dave, what’s wrong with […]
- [No trust, no data: the way forward for farmers and software providers](https://cityage.com/no-trust-no-data-the-way-forward-for-farmers-and-software-providers/): The potential gains associated with digitizing Canadian farm records are clear – increased productivity, efficiency, sustainability, and ease of access to the data that will help keep Canada’s farmers competitive and get the best results from their land. But there’s a problem on the farm. Most Canadian farmers are aware of the benefits from data, but they often don’t want to share it. A 2019 Farm Credit Canada (FCC) survey found that most farmers see the value in digitizing records but were trepidatious because of concerns over who owns the data and how it will be used. It comes down to […]
- [McMaster Research Co-op leads charge to harvest community energy](https://cityage.com/mcmaster-research-co-op-leads-charge-to-harvest-community-energy/): Canada loses 60 per cent of its energy because of heat needlessly exhausted out of our homes, office towers, data centres or grocery stores. McMaster University professor Jim Cotton has a plan to change that. “We’re taking heat that we just dump out of our arenas, our data centres, our grocery stores, and reusing it within the community where it is required” the mechanical engineering professor said at CityAge’s meeting of Great Lakes leaders. His solution? ICE — Integrated Community Energy Systems that harvest energy. An ICE-Harvest System operates in a specific area within a community by integrating several devices called Distributed […]
- [Bjarke Ingels Wants to Build a City on Mars By Jessica Peralta](https://cityage.com/bjarke-ingels-wants-to-build-a-city-on-mars-by-jessica-peralta/): New York — Bjarke Ingels is already changing the skyline of cities on Earth. But his latest dream is to be the first Martian architect. More specifically, he is now designing a city to be built Mars with the help of 3D printing. And he’s starting out in a desert in the United Arab Emirates, with the Dubai Future Foundation, in a project that’s called Mars 2117. “We we are looking at creating a prototype Mars Science City center that will be built on Earth in the next five years,” Ingels told CityAge, “using all the technologies of 3D printing, […]
- [Inside the mind of Daniel Libeskind: On Smart Cities, Tech and the Pandemic](https://cityage.com/inside-the-mind-of-daniel-libeskind-on-smart-cities-tech-and-the-pandemic/): CityAge:  Everyone seems to have their own definition of a Smart City. What’s yours? Daniel Libeskind: It’s not just a city with good technology, it’s not a city with good planners, and enlightened architects. A good city has, at its center, an idea of social justice, where you have an equality in a democracy of citizens coming from different constituencies, but sharing the same rights to a good life, to the common good. I think so many smart cities are not “smart” because there is a division between those who have and those who are striving to have; the ghettos of […]
- [How and Why We Must Support Our Cities’ Small Business Entrepreneurs With Access to Capital — During this Crisis and Beyond](https://cityage.com/how-and-why-we-must-support-our-cities-small-business-entrepreneurs-with-access-to-capital-during-this-crisis-and-beyond/): The pandemic has made it more difficult than ever for small businesses — many of them run by Americans of color — to get access to capital. That lack of capital is killing many of them. It also doesn’t help that it’s also creating obvious inequity  — there are half as many community banks that are owned by black people in this country as there were 20 years ago, something the COVID-19 pandemic has put into stark relief. We talked to two of the country’s smartest people on what we need to do to help entrepreneurs survive this crisis. Yes, […]
- [Inside the Mind of Mobile Data Expert Mark Forster](https://cityage.com/inside-the-mind-of-mobile-data-expert-mark-forster/): AirSage takes the data constantly pinging from our smart phone and apps, adds it to other data sources, and crunches out remarkable insights on how we move — and what we do — in our cities. Mark Forster, Designated CEO for AirSage, tells us how this technology works, why it won’t be Big Brother and why data can help fight the current and future pandemics.   CityAge: Smartphones are ubiquitous and so is data. Tell us what AirSage is doing? Mark: What we acquire is billions of location signals which come from smartphones. There are two main technologies: One uses cell phone data […]
- [How AI is Beating Covid-19](https://cityage.com/how-ai-is-beating-covid-19/): At CityAge’s Crossover: AI events, with 800 delegates from around the world, we learned that AI is already being used from the genome to the waiting room, to keep us safe. During this pandemic, the use of AI is pervasive. And after the pandemic, Ai’s application in health care, and pretty much every sector — is going to accelerate, probably exponentially. You can read some insights on what AI and the future holds for us and how it is making contributions to human wellbeing in this transcript from CrossOver: AI featuring: Purang Abolmaesumi, Professor of Medical Imaging, Image Guided Therapy and […]
- [Discovering Pawtucket: $400 million development and soccer franchise to create thousands of jobs](https://cityage.com/discovering-pawtucket-400-million-development-and-soccer-franchise-to-create-thousands-of-jobs/): With the end of the pandemic on the horizon, Brett Johnson is focused on bringing crowds to places where they’ve never been. Johnson and his partner Dan Kroeber operate Fortuitous Partners, a funding platform that invests in professional sports and real estate zones in mid-sized cities. Their latest destination? Pawtucket, Rhode Island: population 72,000. Investing in a professional sports team in a city the size of Pawtucket is, of course, uncommon. It’s happening because Johnson acquired rights to a Rhode Island United Soccer League (USL) Championship franchise in 2018, before winning a Request for Proposal from the city of Pawtucket to develop and […]
- [Think Covid Changed Our Desire for Travel? Think Again.](https://cityage.com/think-covid-changed-our-desire-for-travel-think-again/): Denise Berger: It looks like remote work will be sticking around. How do you think this will change the modelling of daily transportation for New York City? Rick Cotton: Travel trends and commuting trends will come back to a significant extent. I mean, if you look at travel and take air travel, as an example, it’s approaching 75% of pre-COVID levels. So that domestic travel is clearly coming back quicker than international travel, and leisure travel is coming back faster than business travel. So the discussion is not if, but when, we expect travel to resume, we expect it to return […]
- [Facing Our Drying Climate: Black & Veatch President on the future of water](https://cityage.com/facing-our-drying-climate-black-veatch-president-on-the-future-of-water/): Facing Our Drying Climate Black & Veatch President on the future of water ‍ CityAge: What did you think about the UN Climate Report? Cindy Wallis-Lage: We’ve been having these reports since I think 1990…I was thinking of it visually like a bell choir. We started out with small bells, as in: “Hey – you might want to pay attention”. With every report we got bigger and stronger bells. This 2021 report jumped to the equivalent of a church bell. It’s stating clearly that human activity has had an impact. CityAge: What do you think about the drought crisis, specifically? CWL: We like the […]
- [A Glimpse into the Lives of Some of our Net Zero Speakers](https://cityage.com/a-glimpse-into-the-lives-of-some-of-our-net-zero-speakers/): Ursula Eicker, Concordia, Founding Co-Director of Next Generation Cities Institute  ‍CityAge: What was the last project you worked on that you were really excited about? Ursula: The C40 competition in Montréal, where we collaborated on the zero carbon transformation of an industrial heritage site close to downtown. Exciting team, many SDGs addressed and the winner will be announced next week! (Oct. 4-8) CA: What’s one thing about you that would surprise people? UE: I play in Montreal’s dive bars with my psychedelic jazz fusion band. CA: Was there a moment when you realized the severity of the climate crisis? What was it? UE: No, […]
- [Bruce Katz: The promise of America’s Breakout Cities](https://cityage.com/bruce-katz-the-promise-of-americas-breakout-cities/): ‍A conversation between Bruce Katz, Co-Founder of the New Localism Advisors and Director at Drexel University, and CityAge on how America’s smaller cities can punch above their weight to lead our urban future.   CityAge: What’s a Breakout City? Bruce Katz: We are on the cusp of one of the most pivotal decades in the history of this country, which relies on cities actually being able to design and deliver transformative investments and initiatives. Cities that can organize for success, set a vision, design well, plan well, move towards concrete strategies that are specific and costed out, as well as understand […]
- [How Canada Can Own The Podium With Ethical Tech](https://cityage.com/how-canada-can-own-the-podium-with-ethical-tech/): ‍A conversation between Chris Albinson, President and CEO of Communitech and Paul Vallée, Founder and CEO of Tehama, moderated by BetaKit’s Meagan Simpson. This conversation has been edited and condensed for clarity.  Meagan Simpson: How is Canada doing, when it comes to digital competitiveness globally? Chris Albinson: I’m super excited about where we are. The innovation cluster from Waterloo to Toronto is now the second largest on the planet, and the fastest growing by 4x. Canadian startups, and our founders coast to coast, have raised more money this calendar year than they have raised in the previous 10 years combined. There’s […]
- [CityAge's Top 10 Forces Shaping Cities](https://cityage.com/cityages-top-10-forces-shaping-cities/): ‍ 10Blockchain and Cryptocurrency 9Rethinking Work 8The 15-Minute City 7America’s Infrastructure Bill 6Urban Agriculture 5Cities’ Return to Nature 4Autonomous and Connected Vehicles 3Universal Design 2Cybersafety 1Fighting Climate Change ‍‍Cities have a lot to think about as 2021 comes to an end. The last 11 months have been defined by recovery from the on-going pandemic, grappling with the systemic inequities COVID-19 revealed, and a worsening climate emergency. All accompanied by incredible bursts of innovation to adapt to the crisis. Below is our list of the 10 central trends, technologies, designs, and policies that we believe will shape cities as we head […]
- [Mayors from two different countries share same water woes: storms, shrinking shorelines and lead pollution](https://cityage.com/mayors-from-two-different-countries-share-same-water-woes-storms-shrinking-shorelines-and-lead-pollution/): Walter Sendzik, Mayor of St. Catharines, Ontario, and Chair of The Great Lakes and St. Lawrence Cities Initiative, and Billy McKinney, Mayor of Zion, Illinois, and Chair of the Mayors Commission on Water Equity, got together to chat about their cities’ water infrastructure problems, at CityAge’s Future of Water Infrastructure digital event on September 9th. Below is an edited and condensed version of their conversation.  Mayor Walter Sendzik: You’re chair of the Mayors Water Equity Commission. What is it, and what are your objectives? Mayor Billy McKinney: Right now we have about 137 cities that are involved in this binational platform. There […]
- [Breakout City Mayors: The 4 steps to success](https://cityage.com/breakout-city-mayors-the-4-steps-to-success/): CityAge recently brought together the leaders of America’s Breakout Cities — the places that are making a mark as we emerge from the pandemic. Here are four things we learned from our first panel discussion with Reno Mayor Hillary Schieve, Erie Downtown Development Corporation’s Corey Cook and Boise Mayor Lauren McLean. The panel was hosted by Patrick Seeb, of Rochester’s Destination Medical Centre.‍ 1. Protect your city’s open spaces Boise saw three times the usage of public parks along its greenbelt during the pandemic. That increase hasn’t changed now that people are back to work. Mayor Lauren McLean says it’s […]
- [How to Build a Complete American Neighborhood](https://cityage.com/how-to-build-a-complete-american-neighborhood/): “The physical city has an enormous impact on education and people’s lives, and if you can’t talk about it and acknowledge it, then it’s hard to move forward,” Founder of Sixpitch, Ryan Gravel, told the virtual audience on Dec 8. ‍ Reimagine America Schools and CityAge, in association with the Siegel Family Endowment, brought both national and local Atlanta leaders together on Dec. 8, to discover how American neighborhoods can become more complete through a focus on equity, community, education, and work. ‍ Nearly 300 people attended the digital event to hear from Atlanta school superintendents, local foundations, and other […]
- [10 Canadians Building our Digital Society](https://cityage.com/10-canadians-building-our-digital-society/): A digital wave is sweeping through our economy, education, social media and politics. Our economy – and our society – is experiencing rapid change as it adapts to the dramatic rise of new digital tools. The volumes of data in circulation are staggering – zettabytes upon exabytes – all being used by new tools that influence how we interact with each other and the world around us. Many current issues are better understood in this light. It means we need to recognize an imperative: we need to build a digital society, where everyone benefits from data. Thankfully, a group of […]
- [Building On A Decade Of Success, CityAge Appoints Managing Director To Expand Its Platform Focused On the Future of Cities](https://cityage.com/building-on-a-decade-of-success-cityage-appoints-managing-director-to-expand-its-platform-focused-on-the-future-of-cities/): With new leadership and growing capabilities, CityAge positions global platform for long-term growth Vancouver, BC, Feb. 16, 2022 – Ten years ago this month, CityAge, a platform that brings together community leaders who are building the future of our cities and planet, held its first-ever event in Vancouver, BC. Today, the company announced its Flagship Series for 2022, as well as the appointment of Alon Marcovici as the company’s first Managing Director. Marcovici brings more than 20 years of events, marketing, sales and media innovation experience to this newly established position at CityAge. “We’ve been bringing thought leaders together from the public […]
- [The Little Country That's Gone Digital by Miro Cernetig](https://cityage.com/the-little-country-thats-gone-digital-by-miro-cernetig/): Interesting things come in small packages — and small countries. In this case, it’s Estonia.  Existing on the border of Russia, with all the uncertainties that comes with Vladimir Putin’s brutal expansionism and embrace of cyberwar, Estonia decided it needed to embrace the digital future. The New Yorker calls it the world’s “digital republic,” where 99 per cent of government services can be done online. Here’s one of Estonia’s successes we can all learn from: The e-Citizen. The idea is that you don’t have to be in a country, or even have the traditional rights of a passport-holding resident to take […]
- [Q&A With Alon Marcovici, Managing Director, CityAge](https://cityage.com/qa-with-alon-marcovici-managing-director-cityage/): Q: What attracted you to the position of Managing Director with CityAge? A: I see tremendous opportunity for growth at CityAge. Having worked for three NHL teams, it might seem cheeky to make a hockey reference, but we’re looking at a hockey stick growth curve for CityAge. In speaking with many of our longstanding partners, event sponsors and attendees – many of which have been supporters of ours since day one at our first events going back to Vancouver and Kansas City in 2012 – I believe we’re on the cusp of sizeable growth. We all share a passion for the […]
- [Q&A with Khaled El Emam , SVP & General Manager at Replica Analytics](https://cityage.com/qa-with-khaled-el-emam-svp-general-manager-at-replica-analytics/): Khaled El Emam is the SVP & General Manager at Replica Analytics. He is also the Canada Research Chair in Medical AI, Director of the Electronic Health Information Laboratory at the CHEO Research Institute and a Professor at the University of Ottawa. CityAge sat down with Khaled after our conference in Ottawa on Dec.8, The Data Effect: Data for Canada’s Health. We talked about what synthetic data is and how it can help solve the health data problem in Canada (Read more on this problem through the CBC and the Globe and Mail). The below conversation has been condensed and edited for clarity. […]
- [Q&A with Theresa Do](https://cityage.com/qa-with-theresa-do/): Theresa Do is a Senior Manager of Strategy on RBC’s Economics and Thought Leadership team. She is one of the authors of RBC’s report, The Next Green Revolution. We sat down with Theresa to talk about The Transformative Seven. This conversation has been edited and condensed for clarity.  ‍ CityAge: Why did RBC do this research? ‍Do: A lot of people might think it’s interesting for a bank to get involved in Canada’s food system. But RBC has been making a strategic pivot towards climate and net zero and agriculture produces about 10 to 20 percent of our emissions, depending on what metric you […]
- [How SNC Lavalin is Future Proofing Cities](https://cityage.com/how-snc-lavalin-is-future-proofing-cities/): Stuart McLaren, Global Director of Net Zero Infrastructure at SNC Lavalin began his April 26 presentation at CityAge Toronto by laying out the challenge: Canada needs to increase its power generation three fold while driving carbon emissions down to net zero by 2050, with the population expected to hit 45 to 50 million by the same year. Are we ready? McLaren says no, not right now. But we can get ready. To do it, we need to approach cities with “systems thinking”. Cities are made up of systems that are interconnected (think transit systems, energy systems, the built environment, health care, telecommunications etc). […]
- [Q&A with Arthur Jackson Anna Stafford](https://cityage.com/qa-with-arthur-jackson-anna-stafford/): Arthur Jackson is the Senior Vice President of Economic Development at the Tulsa Regional Chamber. We sat down with Arthur to chat about how they’re bridging the gaps between North and South Tulsa, what the future looks like for the region, and what people should know about it. This conversation has been condensed and edited for clarity.  ‍ CityAge: There are some significant differences between North and South Tulsa. Can you  describe what they are? Arthur Jackson: There’s a huge wealth gap and economic empowerment [gap]. You look at  communities to the south like Bixby, Oklahoma, or Jenks, and really South Tulsa […]
- [Toronto's Top 10 Priorities Amidst Rising Population](https://cityage.com/torontos-top-10-priorities-amidst-rising-population/): Midway through Toronto’s extended mayoral election campaign, and recognizing the urgency of addressing the challenges associated with Canada’s rapid population growth, CityAge Toronto: The Next 10 Million convened a gathering of exceptional thought leaders and industry experts. Against the vibrant backdrop of Canada’s largest metropolitan region, roughly 150 attendees tackled this fundamental question: How can Canada build better cities to accommodate its rapidly expanding population while maintaining urban livability? The resounding success of CityAge Toronto, sponsored by SNC-Lavalin, CIB, Concordia, Peter B. Gustavson School of Business at the University of Victoria & Urban Toronto, demonstrated the remarkable power of collaborative problem-solving and […]
- [Q&A with Ben Almond](https://cityage.com/qa-with-ben-almond/): CityAge spoke with Ben Almond, SNC-Lavalin’s CEO, Engineering Services Canada, about how data can help us get to net zero and how we all need to play a part in decarbonization. Ben was a speaker at CityAge’s Canada’s Next 10 Million Event this past April in Toronto, where attendees discussed the question: How can Canada build better cities to accommodate its rapidly expanding population while maintaining urban livability? You can read a Summary Report of that event here. This conversation has been condensed and edited for clarity. ‍ CityAge: Is Canada on track to reach net zero by 2050? Ben Almond: I don’t believe so. […]
- [Shaping the Future of Los Angeles](https://cityage.com/shaping-the-future-of-los-angeles/): CityAge proudly returned to Los Angeles on May 25, gathering a diverse group of more than 120 visionaries and experts. Through panels, presentations, breakout discussions and Q&A, the event highlighted how LA and its region could lead the way in shaping the cities of tomorrow. The half-day summit focused on reimagining transit and mobility through innovative solutions and leveraging technology. In the afternoon we hosted engaging breakout sessions, conducted under the Chatham House Rule, to foster in-depth conversations and generate a comprehensive list of priorities specifically tailored to Los Angeles. By encouraging group participation and networking, the breakout session ensured […]
- [The Data Vancouver: Our Health Data Opportunity Summary Report](https://cityage.com/the-data-vancouver-our-health-data-opportunity-summary-report/): During The Data Effect Vancouver: Our Health Data Opportunity, CityAge went beyond traditional presentations and panels by hosting engaging breakout sessions, conducted under the Chatham House Rule, to foster in-depth conversations and generate a comprehensive list of priorities specifically tailored to Vancouver and British Columbia. By encouraging group participation and networking, the breakout session ensured that all attendees had their voices heard and contributed to a collaborative discussion. Through the breakout session, presentations, and panels, 15 action items were identified: Establish a learning health system for BC and Canada. Bridge fragmented health data sources for better utilization. Integrate AI technologies […]
- [AI Leader: Cities Need to “Do Good Data” By Felim Donnelly](https://cityage.com/ai-leader-cities-need-to-do-good-data-by-felim-donnelly/): Vancouver — In the cult classic sci-fi film, Blade Runner, by 2019 synthetic robot humans are roaming the earth. Although we aren’t living the future Blade Runner envisioned, AI is becoming ubiquitous through huge investments worldwide in artificial intelligence. In light of this advancement, what steps can cities take to ensure they’re not left behind by the society of the future? According to one AI expert, the solution is: doing good data science. Gary Marcus, a best-selling author and entrepreneur in artificial intelligence, says cities shouldn’t panic if they aren’t up on the latest AI. More important, he says, is that […]
- [The New Chicago: The Top 5 Reasons It’s An Important Moment for the Windy City](https://cityage.com/the-new-chicago-the-top-5-reasons-its-an-important-moment-for-the-windy-city/): CHICAGO — Chicago hasn’t had an easy decade: Exploding murder rates, water contaminated with lead and growing inequity between the haves and have-nots are just a few of the things hitting this iconic city brand. But Chicago — a city with a history and robust mix of venues, arts and public spaces that only a handful of other cities can claim — seems to be having a moment. It’s thanks to some new leadership and proposed developments that promise to be transformational. Here are five things driving the winds of change in Chicago: Mayor Lori E. Lightfoot: Lightfoot was sworn […]
- [Daniel Libeskind: From Ground Zero to The Future American City](https://cityage.com/daniel-libeskind-from-ground-zero-to-the-future-american-city/): NEW YORK — Architectural innovator Daniel Libeskind is no stranger to outside-the-box thinking — and building. As the designer of the rebuilt World Trade Center’s master plan, he’s also uniquely equipped to inspire other architects and builders on what it takes to create the future American city. “Architecture is a poetic discipline,” Libeskind told CityAge. “It involves creativity and everybody has that creativity.” In fact, in writing his 2018 book, “Edge of Order,” he said his motivation was to empower others to take part in design. “Everyone is creative,” he said. “It’s not an inaccessible art.” In creating the master […]
- [Scrubbing Carbon](https://cityage.com/scrubbing-carbon/): Say hello to carbon killer Emma Stewart. She’s the latest person we know on the cutting edge of an industry that simply isn’t going away: scrubbing carbon out of almost everything we do, particularly in cities. We’ve known Emma for years and caught up with her this week. As the newest ambassador and head of campus and communities for ENGIE, Emma is about to begin working with local governments, educational institutions and businesses around the world to find creative ways to reduce their carbon footprints. Even better, ENGIE creates carbon revenue streams, by figuring out the long-term value for an organization taking carbon […]
- [Inside the Mind of Quentin Messer, leading the future of New Orleans](https://cityage.com/inside-the-mind-of-quentin-messer-leading-the-future-of-new-orleans/): New Orleans’ Secrets for taking on COVID-19 and Bouncing Back — Yet Again. From floods and hurricanes to oil spills and now COVID-19, New Orleans is no stranger to a crisis — it is a city that just keeps evolving. With the pandemic now hitting an already tenuous economy, Quentin Messer, President and CEO at New Orleans Business Alliance (NOLABA), talked to CityAge about resilience, fortitude, and New Orleans’ secrets for always coming back from the brink. Read the full article here: https://smartcityfutures.io/quentin_messer/
- [The CityAge Cube](https://cityage.com/the-cityage-cube/): We want to introduce you to The CityAge Cube — a new way of meeting that launches Dec. 9th on a computer, laptop or tablet near you.. When the pandemic hit, CityAge had a bit of an existential crisis. Who didn’t? We’ve long been an organization that brings together people to meet and exchange ideas. But Covid-19 made that impossible — not to mention dangerous. So almost nine months ago we cancelled all our live events. And we took a hard look at how to survive. We quickly realized that we needed to go virtual. To our delight we realized […]
- [CrossOver: AI — CityAge Explores Artificial Intelligence for 2020](https://cityage.com/crossover-ai-cityage-explores-artificial-intelligence-for-2020/): Crossover: AI — Artificial Intelligence Perspective for 2021 CrossOver: AI 2020  kicked off on December 9th with The Great Acceleration. With over 500 registrants, we gathered in our brand new CityAge Cube for a discussion focused on how the pandemic has accelerated the pace of digital change. Our all-star group of speakers spoke to how now more than ever we need to use AI innovations to stimulate economic growth, build a healthier society and create business opportunities. CrossOver: AI, Launchpad by AInBC followed shortly after on December 10th in a series of unique one-time pitch sessions, brought together VC’s and global […]
- [Think it Was Crowded Before? Just Wait for the Post-Pandemic’s Mega Crowds](https://cityage.com/think-it-was-crowded-before-just-wait-for-the-post-pandemics-mega-crowds/): Our post-pandemic future will bring us together like never before — with gatherings in the tens of millions, predict some of the world’s experts in design and events. That’s the vision of Michael Lockwood, an architect at Populous, outlined at CityAge’s Bringing the Crowds Back. Technology has historically changed the dynamics of human gathering, he said, from early radio to television and the Internet. Our embrace of virtual meetings necessitated by the Covid-19 pandemic is no exception. The popularization of platforms such as Zoom, and the lingering human desire of people to get back to regular life, especially concerts and sporting events, […]
- [New online portal makes machine learning in Canadian agriculture a reality](https://cityage.com/new-online-portal-makes-machine-learning-in-canadian-agriculture-a-reality/): ‍TerraByte, a research group from the University of Winnipeg, is launching an online portal later this month to share their data sets and pave the way for machine learning in Canadian agriculture. ‍ Led by Professor Christopher Henry and Professor Christopher Bidinosti, TerraByte started collecting data in 2020 using an imaging robot that captures and automatically labels images of crops found in the Canadian prairies from all angles, and records their metrics. They collected over two million plant images – using them to build machine learning models that can classify the type of plant, distinguishing between weeds and plants that look […]
- [The Big Apple Needs a Mayor For Tech](https://cityage.com/the-big-apple-needs-a-mayor-for-tech/): New York’s back. And it needs to get into Tech. That’s the recommendation of Cornell University’s Urban Tech Hub as the Big Apple comes back from the pandemic.. Through talks with experts and policy makers the team, led by Rohit Aggarwala, the Urban Tech Hub drafted a list of recommendations for the city’s newly elected government. After over 100 interviews, privacy and equitable access to technology emerged as the two big ideas for post-pandemic New York. The first step is enacting privacy law. Many people think of government regulation as inherently anti-tech, Aggarwala pointed out in his CityAge presentation, but he […]
- [10 Canadians using data to build the health care system of the future](https://cityage.com/10-canadians-using-data-to-build-the-health-care-system-of-the-future/): In 1961, Tommy Douglas’ Saskatchewan government innovated a vital Canadian institution when he introduced Canada’s first universal publicly funded medical care. Sixty years later, a group of Canadians are reinventing health care all over again. And they’re doing it using the ascendant tool of the digital age: data.‍ Deploying data holds risks. But it can also be the most powerful tool in a generation to extend a healthier, more pain-free, less tragic life to millions of Canadians. Here are 10 Canadians re-shaping Canada’s health future with data: ⭐ Eric Sutherland, Executive Director, pan-Canadian Health Data Strategy, for bringing new energy to […]
- [Canada Should Reach for the Moon and more: MDA CEO](https://cityage.com/canada-should-reach-for-the-moon-and-more-mda-ceo/): Fifty years ago Canada emerged as a leader in the space race, and according to space tech company MDA’s  Chief Executive Officer, Mike Greenley, we can do it again if we get organized. ‍ In the 1970s Canada stepped up and provided the robotics technology — the Canadarm — for the Space Shuttle. Canada was the third country to ever go to space.  Canadians pretty much pioneered the first satellite networks for commercial use. ‍ “Canada was right in there from the get-go,” Greenley told the Herle Burly podcast. ‍ Because of Canada’s strategic choice 50 years ago we’ve continued to develop cutting-edge […]
- [Great Lakes: the leader in future mobility](https://cityage.com/great-lakes-the-leader-in-future-mobility/): The ICE age — the era of the internal combustion engine — is ending. The future is electrification — and the members of the US-Canada AutoPact are hoping to be its leaders. Ever since the 1965 AutoPact united the American and Canadian auto industry, the Great Lakes region has enjoyed years as the global hub of automotive R&D and production, cross-border collaboration and mutual benefits, from talent attraction to investment. But the future of the industry, and mobility, look quite different from those carbon-based roots. The sector is now defined by the move to electrification, the autonomous vehicle, and an […]
- [Q&A with Dr. Jonathan Reichental](https://cityage.com/qa-with-dr-jonathan-reichental/): Dr. Jonathan Reichental is the founder of Human Future, a global business and technology advisory, investment, and education firm. He’s also the author of Smart Cities for Dummies and, more recently, Data Governance for Dummies. He was also CIO of the City of Palo Alto for seven years. We caught up with Jonathan to talk about his new book. This conversation has been condensed for clarity.  ‍ CA: Who is the book for? JR: When business leaders are asked what kind of organizations they want to be, 90% are now answering that they want to be data-driven. They want to make […]
- [When it rains, it pours: water leaders tackle the worsening climate crisis](https://cityage.com/when-it-rains-it-pours-water-leaders-tackle-the-worsening-climate-crisis/): Hurricane Ida wasn’t just a freak accident. It was a consequence of our changing climate, and a glimpse into our future. But water experts know the way forward —  act together, and quickly, to update aging infrastructure. “We got six to eight inches of rain in less than 24 hours, and we designed our infrastructure for 1.7 inches,” Navid Mehram said of Detroit’s recent, intense string of rainfall. Storms like that are forcing Mehram, COO of Wastewater Operating Services at the Great Lakes Water Authority, and his colleagues, to reassess their “40-year roadmap” designed to enhance water capacity and quality, as […]
- [Q&A with Kim Williams](https://cityage.com/qa-with-kim-williams/): Kim Williams, Chief Innovation Officer for the Metro Transit Authority of Harris County, on shifting people’s perception of public transit, what transit users really want, and public transit’s role in keeping our cities working. Williams will be a speaker at the CityAge Houston: Decarbonizing America’s Energy Capital Digital Event on June 27.   CityAge: What value does the public sector bring to the private sector? Kim Williams: We serve hundreds of thousands of people every week, and that is an opportunity for new customers, for new awareness, for education that you wouldn’t get through social media or through a traditional earned medium, television, or […]
- [Meet the Mayors of our Breakout Cities](https://cityage.com/meet-the-mayors-of-our-breakout-cities/): Read up on the Mayors who will be speaking at our first event in the new series, ‍Breakout Cities, on October 19th‍ Hillary Schieve, Mayor,  Reno, NV ‍CityAge: What was the last project, event, or initiative you worked on, that you were really excited about? ‍HS: My 1000 homes in 120 days initiative, and the current project of getting the Crisis Now model here in our region. CityAge: What’s one thing about you that would surprise people? HS: I was a competitive figure skater – competing for the Olympics until I became ill, which required a kidney transplant. CityAge: Was there a distinct […]
- [Digitizing Agriculture: It all starts with the farmer](https://cityage.com/digitizing-agriculture-it-all-starts-with-the-farmer/): This conversation has been edited and condensed for clarity. _______________________________________________________________ ‍ Shane Thomas: What are the main challenges for the Ag industry as it tries to go digital? Ryan Risdal: Let’s start with the grower. You have a grower who’s generating a lot of data, as they modernize their farm equipment and as the younger and more tech savvy generation comes in. The philosophy has always been that the farmer’s data is worth a lot. But the problem is that the data is scattered throughout their operation and the industry in different buckets, whether it’s in a basic manufacturing bucket, a […]
- [Top 5 Data Jobs Canada Should Invest In](https://cityage.com/top-5-data-jobs-canada-should-invest-in/): The first recorded experiment in statistical data analysis was conducted in the mid 1600’s to create an early-warning system for the bubonic plague. Fast forward to 1974 and the term ‘data science’ was first used, to describe the convergence of data and computers to process large volumes of data to solve complex problems that couldn’t be done manually. ‍ Since then, every industry has come to realize the importance of data. ‍ We’re in a world where by 2025, the estimated volume of global data is expected to reach 180 zettabytes (one zettabyte is equal to a trillion gigabytes). ‍ […]
- [Q&A with Tomika Monterville](https://cityage.com/qa-with-tomika-monterville/): Tomika Monterville is San Antonio’s Director of Transportation. We sat down with Tomika to chat about where the Texas city stands in its roll-out of EV charging stations, its Vision Zero efforts, and what else she’s excited about when it comes to the future of mobility. ‍ CityAge: You have over 2 decades of experience working in city transit agencies and transportation departments on other levels of government too. What is the most important thing you’ve learned so far in your career? Tomika Monterville: The most important  lesson that I’ve learned in my career is to not sell myself short. Several years […]
- [Something In the Water: Black & Veatch 2021 Water Report says industry is at a crossroads](https://cityage.com/something-in-the-water-black-veatch-2021-water-report-says-industry-is-at-a-crossroads/): America’s water industry survived the Covid-19 pandemic by turning to new technology and adapting to the accelerated speed of change. Now it needs to do the same thing in response to the climate crisis. That’s the view of Black & Veatch’s 2021 Water Report. The pandemic forced water utilities to innovate and move operations online like the rest of us. The result was new thinking around tech, potentially drawing out a roadmap for how the water sector can move forward. Over two thirds of stakeholders in the industry reported that remote work during the pandemic opened their minds to new ways […]
- [The War Is On For Your Mobility Data – And It Is Imperative Cities Win By Felim Donnelly](https://cityage.com/the-war-is-on-for-your-mobility-data-and-it-is-imperative-cities-win-by-felim-donnelly/): VANCOUVER — Uber has recently threatened to sue the Los Angeles Department of Transportation, objecting to the agency’s stipulation that Uber’s scooter and bike-share company, Jump, be required to share data with the city in a format known as Mobility Data Specification. The new MDS format allows cities to access a greater level of detail in scooters’ geolocational data, including where individual trips begin and end, and the route they took in between. Challenging a city government isn’t unusual for a company that has upended norms since its founding in 2009. What’s different this time around is the arena in […]
- [America’s Architects Struggling to Build Carbon-Neutral Buildings](https://cityage.com/americas-architects-struggling-to-build-carbon-neutral-buildings/): By Jessica Peralta IRVINE, California —  Only 16 of 252 architecture met the 2030 Challenge from the American Institute of Architects to meet carbon-reduction targets to combat climate change. “The findings of this new report underscore why it is imperative that the AIA make climate change a No. 1 priority,” said AIA EVP/Chief Executive Officer Robert Ivy in a statement. “It’s critical that the architecture, engineering and construction industries come together to take action on this issue today. There is some positive news. The impact on architecture to mitigate climate change is undeniable. According to the report, for 2018 alone, the 252 […]
- [CityAge Speaker Says Affordable Housing is a $2.5-Trillion Opportunity](https://cityage.com/cityage-speaker-says-affordable-housing-is-a-2-5-trillion-opportunity/): CHICAGO — As Chicago continues its struggle with an affordable housing deficit, a local manufacturing and construction firm sees a market opportunity in building homes for low-income residents. Timothy Swanson, chief design officer at Chicago-based Skender, told CityAge the United States has a 7.1 million shortage of affordable housing, translating into $2.5 trillion in housing stock. “Doing good could potentially be good business,” said Swanson. What Swanson has in mind is a concept that does away with the traditional development and construction model focusing on higher-end residences for increased profitability. Instead he believes the focus should be on housing as […]
- [Advice from Arlington Mayor Jeff Williams](https://cityage.com/advice-from-arlington-mayor-jeff-williams/): On June 25 CityAge and New Orleans CityBusiness are running special webinar on the future of America’s major entertainment districts, offering strategies to reopen America’s destination districts. This is a lightly edited conversation with Mayor Jeff Williams of Arlington, Texas, on how his city is taking on the COVID19 pandemic. For more insights from national leaders register at: www.cityage.com/frenchquarter ‍ ‍CityAge: Why is Arlington one of America’s top entertainment destinations? Mayor Jeff Williams: Arlington is right in the center of the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex and is home to three unique venues — a Six Flags amusement park, AT&T Stadium, home to the Dallas […]
- [COVID19 Testing Centers for The French Quarter Should Be Part of The New Normal](https://cityage.com/covid19-testing-centers-for-the-french-quarter-should-be-part-of-the-new-normal/): CityAge caught up with Black and Veatch’s Clinton Robinson ahead of his presentation at CityAge: Bringing Back The French Quarter on June 25.   CityAge: Have you seen anything like COVID19 in your career? Clint Robinson: I’ve been at Black and Veatch for 36 years. I have not. I’ve seen some service interruptions, of course, because since we are in the critical human infrastructure area, we supported after Hurricane Mitch, we supported after Hurricane Katrina. The difference with COVID is that it is a global pandemic. It is everywhere and it is continuous. It doesn’t have a clear end. CA: How is that […]

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