Lane County Technology Services recognized as 2024 Digital Counties Survey winner for second year in a row
Lane County Technology Services tied for sixth place in this year’s Digital Counties Survey, rising from ninth in 2023.
Lane County was recognized for its work to create a comprehensive cyber risk assessment, vulnerability scan and response plan for at least four types of threats. Other noteworthy efforts include use of data dashboards to visualize information and trends to help make better decisions about services, increasing broadband access in unserved areas, incorporating a focus on equity in its decision-making, and upgrades to technology that keeps critical information safe.
“It’s exciting to be recognized at a national level for our work to use technology to provide important services to community members, create transparency and access when it comes to local government, keep private information safe, and protect our systems against cyber threats,” said Lane County Chief Information Officer Michael Finch. “At the end of the day, technology is one of the most important tools we have to help improve lives across Lane County.”
Conducted by the Center for Digital Government (CDG) and the National Association of Counties (NACo), the survey evaluates counties across the nation, recognizing those that demonstrate excellence in the strategic use of technology to address local challenges, increase government efficiency, and enhance citizen engagement.
About the Digital Counties Survey
The survey was developed in partnership by NACo and conducted by CDG to identify the best technology practices among counties in the United States. NACo unites counties, serving nearly 40,000 county elected officials to advocate for county government priorities in federal policymaking. CDG is a national research and advisory institute focused on technology policy and best practices in state and local government.