Leon County Government Awarded Top Technology Honors

Leon County Government Awarded Top Technology Honors

For six consecutive years, Leon County has earned top honors by harnessing technology to increase services and efficiencies for its citizens. This year, the County ranked among the top ten in the nation in its population category for implementing the best technology practices according to the 2018 Digital Counties Survey conducted by the Center for Digital Government (CDG) in partnership with the National Association of Counties (NACo).

"Leon County is proud to yet again be recognized as a local government leader in the area of technology," said Leon County Commission Chairman Nick Maddox. "We've raised the bar in many areas, such as in disaster communication with our Citizens Connect mobile app, which provides up-to-the-minute emergency updates right to your phone."

The annual survey evaluates how counties use information, communications and digital technologies to serve their citizens and streamline operations. Survey questions were asked in a variety of areas such as computing, networking, applications, data and cyber security, open government and mobile services. A panel of experts judged hundreds of submissions. The results identify the very best examples of counties that are aligning technology to support strategic priorities.

Leon County is dedicated to providing reliable, effective technology and telecommunication services throughout the organization and to Leon County citizens. That mission has helped earn the County a growing number of national awards and recognitions.

"More and more our citizens access critical County services online, and our staff works hard to be both high tech and high touch," said Leon County Administrator Vincent S. Long. "From checking out a book to submitting plans to build a new home, Leon County uses technology every day to get citizens connected with high quality services faster than ever before. It's no surprise that we are one of the top ranked counties in the country."

In the past year, Leon County has completed or made substantial progress on important technology projects. Just a few examples include implementing digital signage at County facilities to keep citizens informed and continuing to deploy an updated permitting system that takes advantage of mobile and online technologies to further improve service.

“Effective technology has proven to be a key tool for efficiency in many facets of county government,” said NACo Executive Director Matthew Chase. “We applaud this year’s Digital Counties Survey winners for showcasing the value of innovation and adaptation. Their embrace of cutting-edge approaches has benefited residents while ensuring good stewardship of taxpayer resources.”

For more information, contact Pat Curtis, Director of Leon County Management Information Systems, at (850) 606-5500 / CurtisP@LeonCountyFL.gov or Mathieu Cavell, Leon County Community and Media Relations, at (850) 606-5300 / cmr@LeonCountyFL.gov .

About the Center for Digital Government
The Center for Digital Government is a national research and advisory institute focused on technology policy and best practices in state and local government. CDG provides public and private sector leaders with decision support, knowledge, and opportunities to help them effectively incorporate new technologies in the 21st century.

About the National Association of Counties
NACo brings county officials together to advocate with a collective voice on national policy, exchange ideas and build new leadership skills, pursue transformational county solutions, enrich the public’s understanding of county government and exercise exemplary leadership in public service. Founded in 1935, NACo represents more than 3,000 counties.

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