Information Systems & Technology Overview

The Information Systems and Technology Department (IST) serves the data, networking and voice needs of City staff and associated agencies.  Its mission is to provide a secure efficient and well-coordinated computing and voice environment through local and wide area network systems; personal computer systems; cost effective software selection and licensing; and the use of shared peripheral devices on the network.

The IST Department also serves the Geographic Information Systems (GIS) needs of the City, its partners and the community.  These needs include printed maps in assorted sizes and applicable datasets.

Departmental Goals

• Enable current and proposed  data, voice and video systems to be shared between City departments
• Work closely with partner agencies to share electronic data, which empower staff   to effectively manipulate information for the purposes of providing useful, timely    and accurate information to the public
• Develop Disaster Recovery plan for the City’s data, network and voice systems
• Preserve and enhance our investment in the City’s geographical information  system (GIS)
• Help City staff utilize information technology more effectively

A Look at Current City Infrastructure:
 

Data	Network	Voice
100+ personal computers 15 networked servers 30 networked printers 130+ software applications (which includes the GIS system)	1 shared internet connection (e-mail & web) Firewall 4 connected City government buildings	3 PBX switches 1 voicemail system 50+ cellular phones 50+ pagers