Posts By Samuel Lovett

GovBytes: Low-Tech Government Takes to Telephones

There has been a lot of talk on GovLoop this week about tech savviness among different generations, namely which one can rightfully call itself the most skilled. As if on cue comes a counter conversation about a low-tech transparency initiative in which citizens can can access information about Congress and their state, all from theRead… Read more »

GovBytes: Planning an Open Government Future

While the pressure to maintain transparent operations is an issue facing all levels of government, one challenge that is especially pressing for local governments is taking big data out of open data, making information more readily accessible to average citizens. Presenting data in a meaningful way is the goal of Open Tucson, an independent non-profitRead… Read more »

GovBytes: Free Wi-Fi, Comparing (Refurbished) Apples to Oranges

A California city, built on an orange industry which fell in the face of international competition, is regaining its footing through the growth of several technology and business programs made possible by citywide free wi-fi. Program Helps City Close Digital Divide The renaissance in Riverside can be attributed in large part to the SmartRiverside initiative,Read… Read more »

Bridging the Divide: How Canadians are Engaging their Representatives Online

The struggle to foster transparency and engagement between citizens and their representatives knows no international boundaries. Co-Founder and Outreach Director of the newly launched
 CitizenBridge, Richard Pietro, sat down with Chris Dorobek of the
 DorobekINSIDER to discuss how their team of internet savvy citizens is helping bridge the communication divide.

 CitizenBridge connects citizens to theirRead… Read more »