{"id":267207,"date":"2024-08-02T14:28:00","date_gmt":"2024-08-01T17:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/hispanicprwire.com\/english-toyota-mobility-foundation-provides-city-of-san-jose-260000-to-make-city-streets-safer-using-ai-and-computer-vision\/"},"modified":"2024-08-02T14:30:02","modified_gmt":"2024-08-02T18:30:02","slug":"la-fundacion-toyota-mobility-destina-260000-a-la-ciudad-de-san-jose-para-mejorar-la-seguridad-vial-mediante-inteligencia-artificial-y-vision-por-computadora","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/hispanicprwire.com\/en\/la-fundacion-toyota-mobility-destina-260000-a-la-ciudad-de-san-jose-para-mejorar-la-seguridad-vial-mediante-inteligencia-artificial-y-vision-por-computadora\/","title":{"rendered":"Toyota Mobility Foundation Provides City of San Jose $260,000 to Make City Streets Safer Using AI and Computer Vision"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><\/p>\n<style type=\"text\/css\"><![CDATA[\n\/* Style Definitions *\/\nspan.prnews_span\n{\nfont-size:8pt;\nfont-family:\"Arial\";\ncolor:black;\n}\na.prnews_a\n{\ncolor:blue;\n}\nli.prnews_li\n{\nfont-size:8pt;\nfont-family:\"Arial\";\ncolor:black;\n}\np.prnews_p\n{\nfont-size:0.62em;\nfont-family:\"Arial\";\ncolor:black;\nmargin:0in;\n}\n.prntac{\nTEXT-ALIGN: CENTER\n}\n]]><\/style>\n<div class=\"xn-content\">\n<p class=\"prntac\"><b>Nonprofit, US Ignite will advise the city on the road safety project.<\/b><\/p>\n<p>SAN\u00a0JOS\u00c9, Calif., <span class=\"xn-chron\">Aug. 1, 2024<\/span> \/PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE\/ &#8212; Today the Toyota Mobility Foundation (TMF) and US Ignite proudly announce that the City of San Jos\u00e9, <span class=\"xn-location\">California<\/span> has been awarded a <span class=\"xn-money\">$260,000<\/span> grant from TMF to explore advanced Artificial Intelligence (AI) and computer vision technologies to improve local traffic safety. This initiative will leverage these technologies to automatically detect road obstructions and other road hazards that may impact vulnerable road users like cyclists and pedestrians.<\/p>\n<div id=\"prni_dvprnejpg1e61left\" dir=\"ltr\" style=\"width: 100%; text-align: left;\"><img decoding=\"async\" id=\"prnejpg1e61left\" title=\"Toyota Mobility Foundation Provides City of San Jose $260,000 to Make City Streets Safer Using AI and Computer Vision\" src=\"https:\/\/mma.prnewswire.com\/media\/2473934\/Toyota_Mobility_Foundation_San_Jose.jpg\" alt=\"Toyota Mobility Foundation Provides City of San Jose $260,000 to Make City Streets Safer Using AI and Computer Vision\" align=\"middle\"\/><\/div>\n<p>&#8220;Applying AI to advance road safety embodies our commitment to creating and ensuring mobility for all, fostering active mobility, and improving safety,&#8221; said <span class=\"xn-person\">William Chernicoff<\/span>, TMF&#8217;s Senior Manager for Global Research and Americas Projects. &#8220;For the City of San Jos\u00e9\u00a0to achieve its goal of better safeguarding vulnerable road users, people must trust the infrastructure, as reflected in its safety, security, reliability, and robustness. We are excited to share our know-how and collaborate with San Jos\u00e9\u00a0to make roads safer and higher performing for all.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>Illegal parking in bike lanes and the dumping of large objects, such as mattresses and furniture, pose significant risks to motorcyclists, bikers, pedestrians, scooter riders, and individuals using wheelchairs or other assistive mobility devices. To combat these issues, San Jos\u00e9 will evaluate and assess the responsible utilization of AI and computer vision to quickly identify and address obstructions in bike lanes including how the software ensures the privacy of the public. The desired outcome of the AI-powered solution is to enable staff to improve service delivery by reallocating staff resources from identifying problems to resolving them.<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;Leveraging AI to keep our bike lanes clear not only enhances public safety but also exemplifies San Jos\u00e9&#8217;s commitment to innovative solutions,&#8221; said Mayor <span class=\"xn-person\">Matt Mahan<\/span>. &#8220;We are excited to work with Toyota Mobility Foundation and US Ignite to make our city safer for all road users.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;I am proud of the City of San Jos\u00e9&#8217;s Information Technology Department for advancing our Transportation and Aviation Services City Service Area,&#8221; said City Manager <span class=\"xn-person\">Jennifer Maguire<\/span>. &#8220;This grant enables us to continue creating meaningful impact in San Jos\u00e9 by using AI technology to enhance roadway safety in our communities and all who live in our great city.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>US Ignite, a nonprofit dedicated to helping communities address tough technology innovation challenges, will support San Jos\u00e9 leaders in this endeavor with resources, expert guidance, and specific expertise in public safety, transportation, network communications, civic engagement, and AI. Moreover, TMF relied on US Ignite&#8217;s expertise to scout potential projects and provide recommendations.<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;We completed an intensive assessment round to identify the best-fitting project,&#8221; said <span class=\"xn-person\">Nick Maynard<\/span>, US Ignite&#8217;s CEO. &#8220;Ultimately, the City of San Jos\u00e9 was selected because its proposed project demonstrated strength in three key areas: magnitude of impact, likelihood of success, and replicability.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>By enhancing the City&#8217;s ability to detect and address roadway issues, officials expect to achieve long-term safety improvements for walkers, cyclists, and other\u00a0micromobility commuters in San Jos\u00e9 and beyond.<\/p>\n<p>Maynard also expressed enthusiasm for the initiative, saying, &#8220;San Jos\u00e9&#8217;s pioneering use of AI for road safety aligns perfectly with our mission. Their innovative approach will undoubtedly inspire other cities to adopt similar technologies, driving nationwide improvements in urban mobility and safety.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>The AI and computer vision initiative aligns with the San Jos\u00e9 2025 Better Bike Plan, which prioritizes safety, mode shift, and equity, as well as the Vision Zero San Jos\u00e9 initiative to eliminate traffic fatalities and severe injuries. TMF&#8217;s grant will also allow City staff to engage community-based organizations and other stakeholders on the use of AI for the public good. Moreover, officials plan to share their findings and models with partner agencies across the nation, amplifying the project&#8217;s impact.<\/p>\n<p><b>About the City of San Jos\u00e9 <br \/><\/b>With almost one million residents, San Jos\u00e9 is one of the most diverse large cities in <span class=\"xn-location\">the United States<\/span> and is <span class=\"xn-location\">Northern California&#8217;s<\/span> largest city and the 12th largest city in the nation. San Jos\u00e9&#8217;s transformation into a global innovation center has resulted in one of the largest concentrations of technology companies and expertise in the world.<\/p>\n<p><b>About Toyota Mobility Foundation <br \/><\/b>The Toyota Mobility Foundation (TMF) was established in <span class=\"xn-chron\">August 2014<\/span> by the Toyota Motor Corporation (TMC) to support the development of a more mobile society in which everyone can move freely. The Foundation underscores TMC&#8217;s on-going commitment to continuous improvement and respect for people. It utilizes Toyota&#8217;s expertise and technologies to support strong mobility systems while eliminating disparities in mobility. TMF works in partnership with universities, governments, non-profits, research institutions and other organizations, creating programs that are aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to address mobility issues around the world.<\/p>\n<p><b>About US Ignite <br \/><\/b>US Ignite works closely with communities, military bases, startups, and researchers to solve their toughest economic development and technology innovation challenges. Operating like a high-tech startup, our organization delivers customized results through stakeholder engagement, technical expertise, and targeted tools.<\/p>\n<p>MEDIA CONTACTS <br \/><span class=\"xn-person\">Amanda Roark<\/span><br \/><a href=\"mailto:amanda.roark@toyota.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">amanda.roark@toyota.com<\/a><\/p>\n<div id=\"prni_dvprnejpgdbf1left\" dir=\"ltr\" style=\"width: 100%; text-align: left;\"><img decoding=\"async\" id=\"prnejpgdbf1left\" style=\"width: 400px; height: 133px;\" title=\"Toyota Mobility Foundation\" src=\"https:\/\/mma.prnewswire.com\/media\/1538222\/4840825\/Toyota_Mobility_Foundation_Logo.jpg\" alt=\"Toyota Mobility Foundation\" align=\"middle\"\/><\/div>\n<p>Photo &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/c212.net\/c\/link\/?t=0&amp;l=en&amp;o=4224621-1&amp;h=3871626087&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fmma.prnewswire.com%2Fmedia%2F2473934%2FToyota_Mobility_Foundation_San_Jose.jpg&amp;a=https%3A%2F%2Fmma.prnewswire.com%2Fmedia%2F2473934%2FToyota_Mobility_Foundation_San_Jose.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">https:\/\/mma.prnewswire.com\/media\/2473934\/Toyota_Mobility_Foundation_San_Jose.jpg<\/a>\u00a0<br \/>Logo &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/c212.net\/c\/link\/?t=0&amp;l=en&amp;o=4224621-1&amp;h=4202518567&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fmma.prnewswire.com%2Fmedia%2F1538222%2F4840825%2FToyota_Mobility_Foundation_Logo.jpg&amp;a=https%3A%2F%2Fmma.prnewswire.com%2Fmedia%2F1538222%2F4840825%2FToyota_Mobility_Foundation_Logo.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">https:\/\/mma.prnewswire.com\/media\/1538222\/4840825\/Toyota_Mobility_Foundation_Logo.jpg<\/a><\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>SOURCE  Toyota Mobility Foundation<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<div class=\"xn-content\">\n<p class=\"prntac\"><b>Nonprofit, US Ignite will advise the city on the road safety project.<\/b><\/p>\n<p>SAN\u00a0JOS\u00c9, Calif., <span class=\"xn-chron\">Aug. 1, 2024<\/span> \/PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE\/ &#8212; Today the Toyota Mobility Foundation (TMF) and US Ignite proudly announce that the City of San Jos\u00e9, <span class=\"xn-location\">California<\/span> has been awarded a <span class=\"xn-money\">$260,000<\/span> grant from TMF to explore advanced Artificial Intelligence (AI) and computer vision technologies to improve local traffic safety. 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