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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