Why Smart Campuses and Cities Are Turning to Digital Recreation Tools

May 17, 2025

Smart campuses and connected cities have something in common: they know that digital tools don’t just run systems, they shape lives. From student wellness to inclusive city programming, Rec+ is making it easier to move, connect, and belong.

Why serving the public is in my DNA

May 15, 2025

Some careers are built. Others are lived. From policing to tech, my journey has always been about service. This isn’t just work. It’s personal.

What Toronto’s Smart City Shift Means for the Future

May 14 2025

After Sidewalk Labs, the city shifted gears. Now it’s about local wins, public trust, and tools that actually work. From parks to permits, innovation in Toronto is getting personal and other cities are taking notes.

Tuscaloosa to Montgomery, Off-Field Innovation

May 14 2025

North Carolina isn’t waiting around. From broadband to digital equity, cities across the state are rethinking how they serve and it’s changing how people connect.

Tuscaloosa to Montgomery, Off-Field Innovation

May 13 2025

Alabama cities aren’t just focused on football this fall. Behind the scenes, they’re building smarter infrastructure that’s reshaping how people connect and thrive.

From Friday Night Lights to Smart City Living: How Alabama Towns Are Leveling Up Local Services

May 11 2025

In Alabama, Friday night lights aren’t the only thing lighting up the future. From parks to permits, small towns are going digital and it’s changing everything.

Tennessee Cities Go Paperless with Smarter Services

May 10 2025

Cities across Tennessee are trading paperwork for digital tools making it easier to access city services.

Charlotte’s growth, better access, smarter services, and stronger communities.

May 10 2025

From parks to digital equity, here’s how the city is making real progress where it counts.

Myrtle Beach isn’t just throwing a parade, it’s showing what gratitude in action.

May 08 2025

As Military Appreciation Days return, the city is reminding us that honoring service means more than ceremony — it means community. 🇺🇸

Myrtle Beach Gears Up for PGA Week and Shows Why It’s a City to Watch

May 07 2025

As the city welcomes pros and fans, it’s also showing what forward-thinking civic leadership looks like behind the scenes. From digital parks and rec services to smart city innovation, Myrtle Beach is teeing up something bigger.

May the 4th Be With You – A Tribute to Craft & Dedication

May 04 2025

A Star Wars shoutout to the kind of craft that makes things unforgettable. Whether you’re building software, managing a rec program, or leading a city team, passion and precision matter.

May the 4th be with you.

Why Movement Matters, Parks & Rec Reflection from Tofino

By Bernie Florido

May 03 2025

A walk, a surf comp, and a sideline whistle reminded me how important it is to stay active and why communities need easier ways to move. From Rip Curl Nationals to rec leagues and walking clubs, public access to parks and recreation plays a bigger role than we think.

What BC Ferries Teaches Us About Public Service

May 01 2025

Sun was out. Legendary Burger in hand. Crew running the ship like a well-oiled machine.

It hit me: this is public service at its best. Quiet, steady, human.

Ferry staff, parks teams, business license clerks  they keep communities moving. Often without fanfare.

A little reflection. A big appreciation.

Isn't SmartCity an oxymoron?

April 29 2025

Someone asked me jokingly “Isn’t SmartCity an oxymoron?”

My first reaction was…  No, but you are!!  I thought about it after a few chuckles.. 

Truth is, it can be, if we forget who it’s really for.

I wrote a few thoughts on what smart cities should feel like — and why Cocoflo’s building with people at the center.

Building Better Communities After Canada’s Federal Election

April 28 2025

Across Canada, communities are stepping up with smarter services, stronger connections, and civic tech that actually works. Here’s how local governments are moving past politics and into progress.

Building Strong Communities: A Filipino-Canadian’s Reflection on Leadership and Resilience

April 25 2025

Some moments hit harder than others.

As a Filipino-Canadian, a former police officer, and someone who cares deeply about building stronger communities — this past week felt personal.

I wrote a short reflection on leadership, resilience, and why community work matters even more when times are hard.

From Booking to BBQs: Why Smart Parks Software Matters More in Summer

April 25 2025

Summer is peak season for parks and rec — but are your systems ready? In this post, we explore how cities are upgrading from paper forms to mobile-first platforms that handle real-time bookings, payments, and program management with ease. Discover how Cocoflo is helping municipalities stay ahead of summer demand.

How Parks and Rec Software Is Modernizing Community Access

By Bernie Florido

Founder of Cocoflo | Speaker, Smart City Conference – San Antonio

April 24 2025

What if your rec software actually made community access easier?

In this post, Cocoflo’s founder Bernie Florido shares takeaways from the Smart City Conference—and how modern parks and rec software is helping cities move beyond paper forms, boost equity, and serve residents better.

How U.S. Cities Are Modernizing Business Licensing (and Why It’s Working)

April 23 2025

Lacombe collected 80% of its business license renewals in just weeks—not months—after switching to digital. Faster revenue, better compliance, less admin.

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Top U.S. States for Business in 2024: Where Growth, Talent, and Innovation Converge

Explore why states like Virginia, North Carolina, and Texas are leading in 2024, offering top-tier infrastructure, talent, and business growth opportunities

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Economics Behind Smart Cities: The Key Investments Making a Difference

Economics Behind Smart Cities: The Key Investments Making a Difference

The economics behind smart cities: investment strategies, smart city benefits, and how the digital economy is shaping future urban development.
‍Smart cities, smarter communities: using IoT technologies to make lives better‍

‍Smart cities, smarter communities: using IoT technologies to make lives better‍

Whether it's on a small or large scale, smart cities are using IoT to ignite a brighter future while making life easier, more fulfilling, and enjoyable for citizens.
The smart cities movement: where are we headed in 2023?

The smart cities movement: where are we headed in 2023?

As we look ahead to 2023, we’re highlighting some predictions for what we can expect to see in the smart cities movement in the coming year.

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