SafeGov

SafeGov focuses on helping local and state government agencies protect their communities by implementing effective safety and security measures. This includes developing strategies for emergency preparedness, law enforcement, public health, and cybersecurity to ensure the well-being of citizens. Government agencies play a crucial role in fostering safe environments through proactive planning and resource allocation. This directory offers articles on SafeGov and related topics like Public Safety, which explores broader initiatives aimed at safeguarding the public from various threats.

“Nothing is more harmful to the growth of our state than criminals who roam our streets with little fear of punishment,” Missouri State House Speaker Jon Patterson said
Jails in the study saw lower death rates without adding staff, changing providers or upgrading equipment
The trucks will serve as battery banks to provide backup power and Wi-Fi through Starlink connectivity, aiding residents impacted by outages caused by the Eaton Fire
“You could argue there’s two sides to every story, but now there’s three sides, and you have a body camera,” Onondaga County Sheriff Toby Shelley said
Genesee County Sheriff Chris Swanson credits the jail’s IGNITE program for improving outcomes and easing staff stress
The AI camera alerted the Orange County Fire Authority to a fire in a remote canyon without getting a 911 call from a person
The Lancaster County Prison warden said most funds will go to staffing for chronic care, mental health and medication-assisted treatment
The Tupelo Police Department will use the $191,000 grant to purchase a mobile surveillance trailer and more license plate readers
The Thomasville Police Department installed a Flock Safety system in 2022, crediting the technology for its ability to pinpoint and alert officers to the shooting
Chief Michael Lombardo noted that many applicants were ineligible for Trumbull PD roles due to requiring either 60 college credits or two years of military service
Autonomous drones can be placed in communities before a storm and then deployed remotely to start collecting images of damage and deliver emergency supplies
Real-time 3-D T-ray imaging system meets growing physical mail security needs of executives and corporations
Law enforcement and IoT advancements drive a 10.5% annual growth rate for public safety solutions
Caldwell County officials agreed to spend approximately $88K for the ambulance box as part of a focus on more hands-on training
Mold, leaks and dripping sewage plague Bay City Department of Public Safety’s police and fire facilities