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Tackling Snipe Signs: How Code Enforcement Can Take Control

Tackling Snipe Signs: How Code Enforcement...

The Hidden Cost of Snipe Signs If you’re a code enforcement officer or public works director, you already know snipe signs. Those unauthorized “We Buy Houses,” “Cheap Roof Repair,” or political campaign signs aren’t just an eyesore; they’re a drain…
AI-Driven Defensible Spaces for Wildfire Mitigation

AI-Driven Defensible Spaces for Wildfire Mitigation

The Growing Threat of Wildfires Wildfires are a persistent and escalating threat across the United States. At the time of this writing, 269,986 acres have burned so far this year. According to the Department of Homeland Security, approximately 70,000 wildfires…
From Chaos to Clarity: AI in Post-Storm Recovery

From Chaos to Clarity: AI in...

The heart of a community is tested when disasters strike. Hurricane Helene delivered a devastating blow to Greenville, SC, uprooting lives and creating chaos, leaving widespread destruction in its wake. City officials faced the monumental task of restoring normalcy while…
2025 Guide to Code Enforcement Conferences

2025 Guide to Code Enforcement Conferences

Happy code enforcement conference season! February kicks off a number of code enforcement conferences and industry expos around the country. Trade shows and industry or professional conferences are great opportunities to connect, learn, and adapt to the ever-changing environment of…
Securing Smart Cities: SOC 2 Compliance Builds Trust & Innovation

Securing Smart Cities: SOC 2 Compliance...

City Detect proudly announces achieving SOC 2 Type I compliance, marking a major milestone in our mission to secure smart cities. This certification reflects our commitment to cybersecurity, privacy, and Responsible AI, ensuring that municipalities can trust our innovative solutions…
Reducing Bias from AI

Reducing Bias from AI

This week is the GovAI Coalition Summit in San José, CA. GovAI is a coalition of municipal leaders and technologists working to make artificial intelligence (AI) safer, more equitable, and transparent for everyone. Artificial intelligence holds the promise of transforming…
The Olympics: A Complex Catalyst for Urban Redevelopment

The Olympics: A Complex Catalyst for...

The allure of the Olympics is palpable and undeniable. Later this month, my home country of France will host an estimated 15 million visitors and millions more viewers of the Olympics (July 26 - August 11) and Paralympics (August 28…
High-Profile Political Meetings and City Clean-Up Initiatives

High-Profile Political Meetings and City Clean-Up...

All eyes are on Milwaukee this week as they host the Republican National Convention (RNC). Later this summer focus will shift to the Democratic National Convention (DNC) in Chicago. High-profile political meetings and city clean-up initiatives often coincide. Cities direct…
A Comprehensive Guide to Building a Successful Career in Code Enforcement

A Comprehensive Guide to Building a...

Congratulations to the Class of 2024 & welcome to the workforce! Find out if a career in code enforcement is right for you and how to get started.

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