Government Experience

As chief technology officer, Michael Deegan, an executive with more than 25 years’ experience, will oversee the city’s IT strategy, cybersecurity and infrastructure amid growing digital demand.

The city recently launched its Kensington Dashboard, which offers a comprehensive picture of the area through data, to inform residents and stakeholders about progress toward resolving its challenges.

A statewide effort led by the Controller’s Office has connected grant management directly to its enterprise resource planning system, changing how agencies track, process and deliver funding.

The Center of Excellence in Environmental Forecasting, recently stood up in a joint state-education endeavor, will aggregate information to inform residents on everything from hazards to recreation.

The upgrades include a new data portal that highlights elections, new business growth and other office functions. The new website meets web content accessibility standards and has improved cybersecurity.

Veteran county CIO Tim Dupuis marked his last day in place Friday before heading to retirement. The Board of Supervisors named Chief Technology Officer Ram Gurumurthy as interim CIO.

The Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority is among transit agencies across the nation responding to safety concerns by making information available online and working to reduce criminal activity.

From building AI tools to running everyday operations, the National Association of State Chief Information Officers finds CIO and accessibility officer collaboration are key to inclusive, efficient digital services.

A new action plan is guiding a long-term modernization intended to enhance its agility with staff and residents alike. AI tools are part of a priority project underway and will help manage phone calls.

Officials are considering how to comply with new federal rules around accessibility for people with disabilities. Meeting agenda packets are one area of concern ahead of the April deadline.

Rashida Richardson, who has a background in law and artificial intelligence, has joined Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s administration. There, she’ll assist the city’s data management office.

City CIO Zach Posner, who was previously CIO for Salt Lake County, will prioritize three things in his new role: governance, service delivery and AI. He was appointed in February.

With more than a decade of experience managing enterprise infrastructure, cybersecurity initiatives and large-scale technology projects, Richard Barbee will now lead Durham's IT operations.

The director of the California Department of Technology and state CIO since June 2022 will be stepping down after a 38-year career. That included guiding CDT’s on-the-ground response to the 2025 wildfires.

Nate Denny, former deputy secretary for the Department of Information Technology, will lead it starting next month. In his earlier role, he guided the state’s broadband expansion.

Federal agencies are requesting access to state and local government data for immigration enforcement purposes. Some experts argue this could impact public trust, but protections can be implemented.

The Colorado AI Policy Work Group has developed, and now approved, a framework for changes to the state’s landmark legislation establishing consumer protections related to AI. Transparency is a priority.

As parents race to get their children into summer camp, a park district in Colorado is using tools from Rec to bring more mobile stability to the process. A park executive and Rec CEO discuss what’s happening.