Government Technology

Russell Nichols

Staff Writer

Twitter: @govtechnews

Recent Articles

IPads, Text Messaging Enhances Communication Efforts in Williamsburg, Va.
August 18, 2010 - City officials seek to increase efficiency and interactivity with iPads for city council members and a new 411 texting service for citizens.

Is Google Earth Eyeing Your Pool?
August 17, 2010 - Facing backlash from privacy advocates, Riverhead, N.Y., has stopped using the free satellite imaging service to find pools that don't have proper permits.

Melodie Mayberry-Stewart Blazes a Trail as New York State CIO
August 17, 2010 - The first black female CIO of New York state went from living in housing projects to launching statewide IT projects.

Shelby County, Tenn., Deploys Mobile Cashiers, Processes $1.1 Million in Property Taxes
August 16, 2010 - Innovative program sends tax collectors into the community with tech tools to reach taxpayers who prefer personal assistance.

Mobile App Helps Emergency Crews Assess Damage During Disasters
August 16, 2010 - Santa Rosa County, Fla. used a mobile app to track the flow of the BP oil spill, plans to use the tool for hurricanes and other emergency situations.

Milwaukee County Begins IT Overhaul with Online Legislative Access Program
August 12, 2010 - With new software, Milwaukee County officials expect to save money, reduce paper and provide citizens with more access to government affairs.

Cape Coral, Fla., Saves Money With Online Database for Commercial Properties
August 11, 2010 - Cape Coral, Fla., expects to save $27,000 a year by subscribing to a national online company that tracks verified commercial property inventory.

Technology Bolsters Arizona's Border Security Efforts
August 10, 2010 - With tools that can scan miles of rough terrain, identify bodies by heat signatures and pick up vibrations in the ground, border patrol agents can extend protection to cover large areas.

Hinds County, Miss., Imposes Surcharge on 911 Calls via Internet-Based Phones
August 09, 2010 - The new $1 monthly fee on Internet-based phone service will help Hinds County, Miss., pay for emergency services, such as new technology, call towers and dispatching upgrades.

California Deploys Strategic Plan to Upgrade 911 System
August 06, 2010 - California officials move forward with program to develop next-generation emergency response systems that integrate text, video and picture services.

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Collaboration for the Public Sector



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