Management Information Systems Committee

The MIS Committee meeting was called to order at 4:00 p.m., Wednesday, June 13, 2007 by Vice Chairperson Netzinger

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

Others Present: S. Pate
Motion to adopt agenda by Sinklair, seconded by Huffaker. Agreed on by committee. Motion carried.
Motion to adopt minutes from April 11th monthly meeting by Gaalswyk, seconded by Huffaker. Agreed on by committee. Motion carried.

Communications - None

Update on Critical Information Handling- Pate advised the committee that there was nothing new to report.

Update on Web Posting Issues - Pate advised the committee that the system has been revised to show when agendas and minutes are posted to database and the reports regarding this will be forthcoming.

Review of 2008 Budget Form 1 - Pate handed out Budget Form 1, 2008 goals include:

• continued improvement of statistical measurements
• improve staff skill level through training and internal documentation
• improve network infrastructure
• formalize county "organizational knowledge" management
• promote better communication through the use of technology
• integration of communication systems
• ongoing development of disaster recovery plans

Discussion of Technology Plan Update - Pate would like approval to publish this after K. Schauf reviews it. Netzinger would like to have items added referring to fiber optic and tower use. Discussion followed. Gaalswyk asked about items referring to partnering with local agencies. Pate explained how MIS donates PCs to local townships and assists other units of government and related agencies such as the Sauk County Development Corporation (SCDC). Motion to move forward plan by Sinklair, seconded by Gaalswyk.

MIS Dept. Update:

Previous Months Activities:

• Website redesign planning
• 2008 Budget Planning
• 12 computer carts/desks for Training Rm. Set up
• Pricing for fiber cutover
• KRONOS - in testing
• HCC System Selection
• Computer installation feedback system
• Membership for IT advisory group - Pate was able to recruit a number of people
• Demo for HS Document Imaging
• Annual Cost reporting
• Organizational Analysis - MIS dept. Met with consultants

Upcoming Activities:

• Kronos test payroll
• Evaluate Mtgs. And Agendas System Usage
• Disaster Recovery Documentation
• Installation of replacement network switches
• Review feedback for website design
• Website design specifications and development
• MIS Advisory Group - will be meeting 4 times per year

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

Next meeting scheduled for July 11, 2007, at 4:00p.m.

Motion to adjourn by Netzinger, seconded by Gaalswyk. Agreed on by committee. Meeting adjourned.

Marcy Huffaker, Secretary