Special Notice / Hearing: None__
Vote Required: Majority
To: Honorable Board of Supervisors
From: Michael Wentworth, Director/Chief Information Officer, Information Services Department
Subject: Adopt an Ordinance to Rename Information Services Department to Technology Services Department
RECOMMENDATION:
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Adopt an ordinance previously introduced October 21, 2025, and waive the reading of the ordinance in its entirety:
A) Amending Section 2.00.020 of Title 2 of the San Mateo County Ordinance Code to rename the Information Services Department (ISD) to the Technology Services Department, and to retitle related job classifications; and
B) Adding Section 2.19.010 establishing the Director of Technology Services, (Chief Information Officer) And Duties; and
C) Adding Section 2.19.020 defining the responsibilities of the Technology Services Department.
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BACKGROUND:
The current name, Information Services Department, was approved on May 16,1989, and does not adequately represent the comprehensive and evolving nature of the services provided, which include enterprise technology solutions, cybersecurity, digital services, and more.
DISCUSSION:
The recommendation to rename the Information Services Department to the Technology Services Department emerges from an imperative need to align the department's identity with the modern landscape of IT functions within governmental operations. Over the years, the scope of our department has expanded beyond traditional information services to encompass a broad spectrum of technology-driven initiatives. These initiatives not only support County offices but also drive enhancements in public accessibility, digital equity, and innovation across all sectors.
The current department name obscures the department's expanded role and capabilities, including digital transformation, collaboration platforms, and cybersecurity ventures, which are crucial for enhancing operational efficiencies and public serv...
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