More than half of the division's budget, 52 percent, is dedicated to services and charges for FY 25. Another 46 percent is allocated to salaries and benefits, and the remainder is slotted for operating expenses and budget transfers.
Core functions related to the IT budget include:
- $2.4 million allocated for client services, encompassing desktop computing support, process mapping, pre/post project IT support and software/hardware needs analysis
- $2.3 million for network services, supporting voice and data communication and providing third-level support for network, server and telecommunication issues
- $2.1 million for information services, including application development, support, business intelligence, integration services, database administration and workflow automation
- $1.2 million allocated for GIS services for all county departments, constitutional offices and residents
- $794,103 for security, covering cybersecurity infrastructure maintenance and advanced technical support
The county was recently featured as one of the the top Digital Counties in the nation by Government Technology and the Center for Digital Government*.
Charlotte County operates on a two-year budget cycle; the FY 25 budget was planned as part of 2023's budget process. More information about the county’s proposed budget can be found online.
*Government Technology and the Center for Digital Government are part of e.Republic, Industry Insider — Florida’s parent company.
