Show Notes
In this episode, Noam Maital and Mayor of Lake Stevens, Brett Gailey, explore how AI is reshaping public service by improving efficiency, enhancing decision-making, and preserving institutional knowledge, all while emphasizing the importance of data quality, governance, and workforce education. This podcast is brought to you by Darwin AI, a platform built for state and local government to help agencies adopt and manage AI responsibly.
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