Some of the improvements include a new menu of items with such offerings as alerts, podcasts, wireless information, and a personalization feature that allows for customization of the page. The Governor's photograph on the home page now provides a direct link to the Governor's web site.
With the new upgrades to the site, it is now much easier to solicit visitor feedback and provide easy access to several important surveys and drop down menus deliver quick and easy access to frequently used online services, commonly asked questions, most requested forms, and state directories.
One of the many new features is that the Lottery Mega Million numbers are published on the homepage, along with a link to all the winning numbers by simply clicking on the "Lottery Numbers" title. The current weather in the state's capitol is featured below the left navigation buttons, along with the ability to enter a zip code to get local weather. One of the more creative new items is the "Send us your best shot!" feature, an area of the homepage that displays a beautiful photograph provided by Michigan citizens. Instructions for submitting photos are provided on the site.
The Michigan Department of Information Technology, eMichigan Web Development, developed the new appearance of Michigan.gov. Feedback about the new site can be provided by clicking on the "Surveys" link and taking the Michigan.gov Customer Satisfaction Survey.
