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; desktop computer systems; cost effective software selection and licensing; and the use of shared peripheral devices on the network.
Departmental Goals
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Enable current and proposed data, voice and video systems to be shared between City departments
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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
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Develop Disaster Recovery plan for the City’s data, network and voice systems
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Preserve and enhance our investment in the City’s geographical information system (GIS)
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Help City staff utilize information technology more effectively
A Look at Current City Infrastructure:
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Data |
Network |
Voice |
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160+ desktop computers
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40+ laptop computers
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34+ networked servers
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38 networked printers
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130+ software applications (which includes the GIS system)
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1 shared internet connection (e-mail & web)
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Firewall
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5 connected City government buildings
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VoIP Telephone system
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80+ cellular phones
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50+ pagers
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