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AGENDA
MAPLEWOOD CITY COUNCIL
MANAGER WORKSHOP
6:15P.M. Tuesday,May 29,2018
Maplewood City Hall –Council Chambers
A.CALL TO ORDER
B.ROLL CALL
C.APPROVAL OF AGENDA
D.UNFINISHED BUSINESS
None
E.NEW BUSINESS
1.Information Technology Department Presentation
F.ADJOURNMENT
RULES OF CIVILITY FOR THE CITY COUNCIL, BOARDS, COMMISSIONS AND OUR COMMUNITY
Following are rules of civility the City of Maplewood expects of everyone appearing at Council Meetings -
elected officials, staff and citizens. It is hoped that by following these simple rules, everyone’s opinions can be
heard and understood in a reasonable manner. We appreciate the fact that when appearing at Council
meetings, it is understood that everyone will follow these principles:
Speak only for yourself, not for other council members or citizens -unless specifically tasked by your
colleagues to speak for the group or for citizens in the form of a petition.
Show respect during comments and/or discussions, listen activelyand do not interrupt or talk amongst each
other.
Be respectful of the process, keeping order and decorum. Do not be critical of council members, staff or others
in public.
Be respectful of each other’s time keeping remarks brief, to the point and non-repetitive.
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CITY COUNCIL WORKSHOPSTAFF REPORT
Meeting Date May 29, 2018
REPORT TO:
Melinda Coleman, City Manager
REPORT FROM:Mychal Fowlds, IT Director
PRESENTER:
Mychal Fowlds, IT Director
AGENDA ITEM:Information Technology Department Presentation
Action Requested:MotionDiscussionPublic Hearing
Form of Action:ResolutionOrdinanceContract/AgreementProclamation
Policy Issue:
Staff has been asked to present an overview of operations performed by theInformation
Technology Department.
Recommended Action:
No formal action is required at this time.
Fiscal Impact:
Is There a Fiscal Impact?NoYes, the true or estimated cost is$0.00
Financing source(s):Adopted BudgetBudget ModificationNew Revenue Source
Use of Reserves Other:N/A
Strategic Plan Relevance:
Financial SustainabilityIntegrated CommunicationTargeted Redevelopment
Operational EffectivenessCommunity InclusivenessInfrastructure & Asset Mgmt.
It is important that staff continues to keep the City Council aware of the happenings within the City’s
various departments. Doing so ensures that everyone is on the same page, which, in turn, ensures
that we are operating effectively.
Background
The Information Technology Department’s mission statement is “To provide the most effective
information technology services and support possible to the City of Maplewood staff and citizens.”
There are currently 4 full time equivalent employees (FTE’s) who carry out the department’s
mission statement. The following is a list summarizing the main service areas of the Information
Technology Department.
Coordinating system/network operations & maintenance
Provide technology support to all City staff
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Research hardware & software alternatives
Evaluate & implement new technologies
Provide technology training to staff
Manage security systems
Attachments
No attachments. Handout will be provided at the meeting.
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