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Title: Local Community Web Sites: Getting Connected


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Local Community Web SitesGetting Connected
  • Tanesha Hixon, Office of Technology
    Partnerships
  • Michigan Department of Information Technology

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This will only hurt for a moment!
  • Creating maintaining a Web site is a lot like
    getting a shot
  • Its much less painful than you think (and less
    expensive)
  • And it will pay dividends for years to come!

3
Why the Web?
  • Web sites are contributing to better government
  • Allowing programs and services to be offered in
    a more dynamic and interactive way
  • Providing a 24x7 opportunity for citizen
    participation
  • Reaching more members of the communities
  • Furnishing a venue for new programs
  • Improving trust in government and reputation
    among constituents

4
But, dont take my word for it!
Listen to what your counterparts are saying
Still not convinced?
5
Quotes SlideContacting locals..
  • XYZ Township
  • Village of Kent City
  • City of XYZ

Still not convinced?
6
Improving Productivity Reducing Cost
  • Adding a Web site for your community will
  • Reduce paperwork
  • Reduce phone calls
  • Avoid mailings
  • Help residents help themselves!
  • Lead to lower administrative costs
  • Increase time available for critical tasks

7
Enhancing Economic Development
  • Increase tourism with online marketing
  • Promote your local and historical attractions!
  • Attract new businesses and residents
  • Make your community visible to potential new
    residents and businesses looking to relocate!

8
Improving Resident Service
  • Increase convenience and speed in obtaining
    information or services
  • Residents can get current meeting minutes in just
    seconds!
  • Access to accurate, up-to-date information
  • 24x7 access to government services
  • Residents can access information on their own
    time!
  • Utilization of e-government services, saving
    annual trips to the local government office
  • Residents can obtain and submit forms and permits
    online!

What goes on the Web?
9
You control the content Showcase your most
pertinent news
  • Meeting minutes
  • Contact information
  • Services
  • Forms permits
  • Events
  • FAQs
  • Department listings
  • Newsletters

Web-based programs are also well received
10
Web-based applicationsOnlinenot in line!
  • Property tax data
  • Online payment of property taxes
  • Permit portal for obtain and submitting permits

So, how does all of this work?
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Ways to get started
  • MDIT free programs!
  • Work with a local university
  • MDIT is partnering with locals, universities, the
    Michigan Township Association and the Michigan
    Municipal League
  • Over 71 sites have already been created!
  • Use the local government development template
  • Allows you to customize the template when
    convenient
  • Comes with detailed how to guide
  • Contact us for an electronic copy today!
  • Contact a web development company
  • Will develop and maintain your website for you
  • Help is only a phone call away!
  • Customized look and feel

We can help!
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Contacts Questions
  • MDIT Office of Technology Partnerships
  • George Boersma, Directorboersmag_at_michigan.gov
    (517) 335-1507
  • Tanesha Hixonhixont_at_michigan.gov (517)373-9502
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