California Forward
A new crop of state lawmakers and constitutional officers, combined with activity underway in state and local governments, are pushing California closer to a “tipping point” where the demand and use of data can truly transform the public sector
read moreAs he looked back on 2014, CA Fwd CEO Jim Mayer saw progress in each of the organization’s priorities
read moreLeading the charge for CA Fwd in this area is Robb Korinke, who answered a few questions about the strides taken in 2014 and why next year holds the promise of being the best yet.
read moreThat was one of many topics asked and answered this week in Long Beach at the latest California Forward and Code for America co-sponsored Regional Data Forums.
read moreAs tech experts gather to kick off the first regional open data event on Wednesday in Long Beach, we hear from last year’s attendee Yo Yoshida on why he founded his company and why open data as a movement is important
read moreWhile California has some of the most robust disclosure laws in the nation, the state has not always used information technology to convert disclosure into genuine transparency.
read moreBITA has passed, but what are the next steps toward ensuring its success? And what are Californians looking for in this new Legislative session?
read moreA slew of election reforms are proposed each year. When reviewing a measure, one of the first things legislators want to know is: What’s the cost?
read moreLess than three months into his first term, Long Beach City Councilmember Rex Richardson is already proving he’s not afraid to shake up City Hall.
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