Two major projects received the green light by City Council last evening that will significantly enhance city technology and efficiency going forward.
The purchase of a police wireless field reporting system was approved that will provide a seamless, wireless interface between officers in the field and law enforcement computer networks. Personnel will be able to instantly check for warrants and personal information of contacts made while performing their duties. This system will enhance productivity and will officer safety by providing real-time information on traffic stops and police-related incidents. This system will be 100% grant funded.
The second technology investment will result in the automation of our meter reading process, with a drive-by system to be instituted over a three-year period. Staff productivity will be significantly enhanced with this automated process allowing for the reassignment of meter readers to other duties.
Both projects were identified as objectives in the Fiscal 2013 Goals Program.
Now on to the other 166 objectives to get done this year.
