Communities across the country are finding new ways to use artificial intelligence (AI) to solve real-world challenges — from managing flood risks to handling major events like the 2026 FIFA World Cup. This paper highlights how cities like Louisville, Kentucky, and Parkville, Missouri, are leveraging AI and machine learning to improve public safety, streamline operations and plan for the unexpected. With AI-powered simulations, sensor data and predictive insights, local leaders are making faster, smarter decisions that keep residents safe and services running smoothly.
Whether you’re dealing with severe weather, infrastructure maintenance or large-scale public gatherings, AI offers practical tools to enhance resilience and efficiency. This paper provides proven examples, actionable strategies and expert insights to help state and local agencies confidently integrate AI into their operations — delivering measurable benefits for communities of every size.
