Information Technology

Management Information Technology (MIT) is a subdivision of the City Manager’s Office.

MIT maintains a central processing computer installation to support the many functions of the Finance Department. They also provide Management Information Technology services to all City Departments; these services include networks and microcomputers, software upgrades, and training.

Services

• Provides technical support for various City business and operating units
• Maintains central processing and network hardware, security, operating systems and data communications systems
• Maintains, enhances and develops many financial integrated computer system applications using the central processing computer
• Provides Internet and email services
• Provide telephone and video services
• Provides technical support for City PEG TV channels
• Provides Management Information Technology and local and wide area network services to all City departments
• Provides for training for various micro-computer applications
• Provides for microcomputer hardware and software specifications
• Provides centralized microcomputer hardware and software upgrades, troubleshooting and repair
• Manages and maintains the city Internet and Intranet website
• Provides city-wide coordination of Geographical Information Systems (GIS) services and databases

Goals

• Provide a secure information system
• To maintain central processing and network availability at 99.9%
• Assess City information management needs and determine the best means of utilizing automated technology to address those needs
• Ensure that the City’s business and operating unit technologies are being used to their full potential