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In the summer of 2023, the Denton County Treasurer’s Office got news that would change everything.
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Why one of America’s fastest-growing cities placed its bet on OpenGov and never looked back.
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The forward-thinking town of Troup, Texas, attracted visitors, boosted businesses and revitalized its downtown with Verizon Fixed Wireless Access.
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Verizon’s whitepaper, The New Realities Driving Government Network Transformation, explores how evolving technology demands are pushing state and local governments to rethink their digital infrastructure. It emphasizes that true modernization requires not just adopting new tools, but transforming the underlying networks that support critical services. From boosting cybersecurity and public safety to improving workforce efficiency and digital access, the paper outlines how network innovation can drive meaningful change across government operations. Verizon also highlights the importance of budget optimization and long-term sustainability in navigating this shift.
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What to Know:
- $2.2 million has been appropriated for FY 2026 through the city’s Technology Improvement Fund.
- $7 million is earmarked for software and hardware maintenance.
- $420,000 is budgeted for technology equipment purchases.
What to Know:
- The agency is interested in support systems capable of managing a broad range of regulatory tasks.
- Respondents are asked to describe how their system supports core business functions.
- Respondents are also encouraged to describe professional services for implementation, data migration and support.
What to Know:
- The county’s Management Information Systems Department is slated to receive $2.7 million in operating funds.
- Enterprise platforms make up a significant portion of the capital investment.
- The new budget will take effect Oct. 1.
