“Cities are under greater pressure than ever, struggling with budget cuts and outdated technology. What if, instead of cutting services or raising taxes, cities could leverage the power of the web to become more efficient, transparent, and participatory?” says Codefor America.org.
But they are not just saying that, they are actually doing something about it.
Now, you might be asking yourself, how is government connected to Web 2.0 and will you be from now on chatting with them on Twitter and Facebook? Maybe so, but this so much more then that. This is more about becoming a platform that will make a difference in day to day operations and the way citizens and cities work together.
“Government has been a platform provider for different data and the marketplace has delivered that in countless ways to citizens.” Tim O’Rilley said at the Web 2.0 Expo that took place in San Francisco, last week.
To view Tim O’Rilley’s presentation at Web 2.0 Expo, watch the video below:
2011 cities chosen by Code for America are:
- Boston, MA
- Philadelphia, PA
- District of Columbia
- Seattle, WA
- Boulder, CO
Houston, is not listed, yet…but they say “…(and any other city who wants to use it)…”. So why not help add Houston to the list? Will you be the hero? ;-)
Go to Code for America, to get more information and apply.
Do you feel Web 2.0 can change the government? Do you think it can actually create a positive difference in the marketplace and/or their actual budget, for the better?
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