TECH: Springfield Gets Real-Time Traffic Data

I ran across something cool the other day. Last Tuesday, Springfield became one of 130 cities in the nation that got real-time traffic data on Google Maps. This special feature is available on the Google Maps website and smartphone apps, and allows you to see the flow of traffic on the city's main roads.

The idea is great, and perfect for those wanting to avoid heavy traffic. I can see drivers who are constantly making trips around town to benefit the most.

Yes, I think this is a neat feature, however... I encourage those who use it on their smartphone to do so when not driving! Perhaps at a stoplight, but for the safety of others on the road, I don't want you to be distracted while the vehicle is in motion.

Drive safely!!!

~Matt

Voting on 'smoking'.... (my thoughts)

Should Springfield citizens vote "no" in repealing the current ban (Smokefree Act of 2011 and its May 7, 2012 amended version)? 

Yes = Kills current ban, reverts back to previous smoking regulations

No = Keeps current ban.

Here is my thoughts....:

Actually, by voting 'no', you're allowing the government another step into regulations of certain freedoms. 

By voting 'yes', you give businesses the choice to ban smoking. And then it's up to us to choose whether or not to patronize that business. No government involvement. If a place of business values my dollar, they won't allow smoking. 

By saying 'no', think of it as it taking away a section of 'property rights'... then what next? Food? Drinks? Guns?

http://www.springfieldmo.gov/election/index.html
Something to think about before voting.....

~Matt Paasch

(sent from my iPhone)

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