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APRIL 30, 2020

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Platform Tracks Digital Inclusion Efforts Amid COVID-19
The National Digital Inclusion Alliance is keeping an online running tally of the actions that state and local governmental organizations are deploying to keep their constituents connected during the crisis. READ MORE

Upgrades Could Fix Everett, Wash.’s Public Records System
Before pivoting to cloud-based tools, a patchwork of data storage locations made up the city’s records tracking process. Officials say the system left too much room for error when it came to fulfilling public records requests. READ MORE

Leading in a Crisis: Transitioning Out of Lockdown
How and when should the examples of other jurisdictions be followed in plotting a course for reopening societal institutions and economic sectors? Here are some mistakes to avoid and some guiding principles to help. READ MORE

Boulder, Colo., Picks New Innovation and Technology Officer
Jennifer Douglas was named the next chief innovation and technology officer in Boulder, taking the place of Julia Richman. Douglas was most recently Colorado’s deputy chief customer officer. READ MORE

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Tech Startup Tries to Boost Civic Engagement in California

COVID-19 Presents Challenges for Hands-on Education

Baltimore Taps Youth Fund to Get Students Connected

New Jersey Schools Halt Zoom Use After Meeting Hacks 

Massachusetts ISPs Hold Steady Amid Demand Increases

Snellville, Ga., Officials OK Automated Speed Enforcement

Massachusetts Program Hooks Students Up to Internet

Illinois City Evaluates Public Safety Tech Amid COVID-19

Federal Grant Money to Buy Tech for Atlanta Students at Home

California Bay Area Transit Prepares for Uncertain Future

Opinion: Coronavirus Tracking Done Right Can Save Us

FBI Urges Vigilance Around Social Media Info Sharing

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