Management Information Systems Committee


DATE: September 6, 2006

The MIS Committee meeting was called to order at 5:00 p.m., Wednesday, September 6, 2006 by Chairperson Stoeckmann.

Members present: Huffaker, Gaalswyk, Netzinger, Sinklair, and Stoeckmann

Others Present: S. Pate

Motion to adopt agenda by Netzinger, seconded by Gaalswyk. Agreed on by committee.
Motion carried.

Motion to adopt minutes from previous monthly meeting by Gaalswyk, seconded by Netzinger. Agreed on by committee.
Motion carried.

Communications

None

Discussion of Supervisors photos on website

Pate was approached with this idea by another Board member. Gaalswyk suggested that profiles be considered as a first step and then possibly photos. Committee members agreed with this. Discussion of other ideas for website developed. Huffaker wanted to know if it would be possible to have email addresses included on Dept. Page. Pate concurred with this. Discussion followed.

Discussion of purchase of MS Office county-wide

Pate explained that during budget meetings, this was the one concern from many departments. The cost would be over $200,000 to change over from Lotus to Microsoft. However, after the initial cost the maintenance would cost the same. Discussion followed

Approve 2007 MIS Budget

Pate distributed handouts outlining budget. Big items are for Security and Replacement Fund. Gaalswyk asked about the security costs. Pate explained that a consultant would be hired to look over the current County systems. Discussion followed.

MIS Dept. Update

Motion to approve vouchers by Gaalswyk, seconded by Huffaker. Agreed on by committee.
Motion carried.

Next meeting scheduled for October 11, at 5p.m.

Motion to adjourn by Sinklair, seconded by Gaalswyk.

Respectfully Submitted: Marcy Huffaker, Secretary Date