The end of 2019 is quickly approaching, leaving a whirlwind of city-shaping news and developments in its wake.
While 2020 promises to be a historic year for local governments — from new tech regulations to the 2020 Census, to the effects of the presidential election — the headlines of 2019 have given our city leaders a preview of what to expect in the new decade.
We've tracked it all: From The Rockefeller Foundation disbanding 100 Resilient Cities in April, to Los Angeles and Uber's data-sharing battle in the fall, we've kept our finger on the pulse of all the local and national developments shaping smart cities. What was the news that transformed your leadership or the way your city invests in new solutions? Drop us a note and let us know.
Keep an eye out for our Top Trends of 2019 roundup on Monday, and our return to daily newsletters full of fresh news and analysis on Jan. 2. Until then, have a safe and happy holiday!
Kristin
Musulin
Senior Editor, Smart Cities Dive
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While the Foundation says it will "transition the work" of 100RC into new pathways, the reason behind the change is unclear.
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The legislation calls for cutting buildings emissions, installing green roofs and moving the city toward shutting its 24 gas-fired power plants.
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Berkeley is the first U.S. city to pass such a measure, designed to curb GHG emissions and prepare new buildings for electric infrastructure.
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An analysis from 24/7 Wall St. illustrates that housing crises are no longer just a big city problem.
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If a fraction of car trips were replaced by shared bikes and scooters, cities would experience less congestion, reduced emissions and an economic boost.
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Cybersecurity firm Recorded Future found attackers are stumbling into opportunities to hit governments, indicating security weaknesses.
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The hubs will increase access to a variety of low-carbon transportation options such as public transit and e-scooters in an effort to reduce automobile trips.
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Market Street, dubbed the "civic spine" of San Francisco, will prohibit private vehicles following the approval of a nearly 10-year-old plan.
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Bleutech Park's ambitious plans will feature a range of technologies including AVs, connected infrastructure and buildings with self-healing concrete.
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Uber requested a hearing with Los Angeles officials to determine if the city was right to suspend Jump devices over a data-sharing dispute.
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