Oct 2, 2025Board meeting
Board of County Commissioners Study Session
The Board of County Commissioners met to review the Information Technology and Innovation Department's 2026 budget and core operational initiatives. Key discussion topics included the department's transition to a service-oriented IT model, the adoption of cloud-based subscription services, and strategies for maintaining fiscal responsibility. The board reviewed proposed capital projects, specifically focusing on expanding fiber-optic infrastructure to improve broadband access in underserved areas, and discussed potential partnerships with internet service providers and federal grant opportunities. Additionally, the department requested an additional project manager to address current project capacity limitations.