Georgia Upgrades Web Site

It's now easier for citizens to conduct their business with Georgia state government, thanks to a revamped georgia.gov.

The state of Georgia's Web site has improved functionality and a new look and feel designed to help citizens find government services and information more quickly. The Web site was unveiled today by the Georgia Technology Authority.

Among the improvements:

• Forms.georgia.gov -- A compilation of the forms available from state agencies are now easily accessible from one page
• More content and links to services on the home page
• Enhanced search capabilities ---- an upgraded search engine powered by Google that will give quicker, more relevant search results
• Relocation information (relocate.georgia.gov) for those who are moving to Georgia
• Rich Site Summary (RSS) feeds available for users to receive the most recent news headlines from georgia.gov
• Interactive weekly poll -- users can take a weekly poll and learn more about state government.

georgia.gov is the front door to state government services and information. The Web site features links to 125 different online services that allow citizens to conduct business with the state from their home at any time. Links to 120 agency Web sites and more than 700 city and county governments are also available. Online services available through the web site include:

• Driver's license renewal
• Job searches
• Business registration
• Tax information and services
• Road and traffic conditions
• Reservations for state parks
• Hunting and fishing licenses.

GTA used feedback from online surveys that measured users' levels of satisfaction with the site.

The upgrade is the first in a series of continual improvements that will bring more online services and information to Georgians.

The public can provide input on improving georgia.gov, contact GTA by using the "Contact Us" link at the bottom of any page on georgia.gov.