Code for America (CFA) is turning to the ‘Web 2.0 generation,’ to help transform city governments across the United States.  In hopes of resolving the existing budget crisis facing so many American cities, and an impending retiring workforce, Code for America is connecting developers with city governments through a “Teach for America” like program.  This connection of technology savvy talent with more traditional government bodies, promises to be a big step forward in greater government efficiency, improved communications with constituents, capitalization on existing city data, and truly helping government to realize the benefits of broadband.

CFA recently announced their call for Fellows who have the skills and passion to make cities work better using technology.  NextGenWeb talked with CFA Founder Jennifer Pahlka and Washington, DC, Chief Technology Officer Bryan Sivak following their “Rethinking Cities” panel at Personal Democracy Forum.  Watch the interview below!

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