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TEHAMA COUNTY AIR POLLUTION CONTROL DISTRICT - Air Pollution Control Officer Joe Tona
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a) AGREEMENT - Request approval and authorization for the Chair and the Air Pollution Control Officer to sign the agreement with TruePoint Solutions for the purpose of implementing a new permit tracking database in an amount not to exceed $160,390, effective 2/1/24 and shall terminate 12/31/24
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Financial Impact:
This was budgeted for fiscal year 23-24
Background Information:
The District currently employs Alpha Software's Alpha Anywhere database system to manage district permits and related activities. This system, developed in-house, now faces challenges due to the retirement of its creator and the absence of supporting documentation detailing its structure and reporting mechanisms. This has led to inefficiencies and a potential risk in continuing its use.
To address these issues and enhance our operational capabilities, the District is seeking to undertake an upgrade of its permit tracking database. This upgrade is a strategic move towards modernizing our technological infrastructure. The new system, designed in line with the latest software development standards, promises to offer advanced features and greater flexibility, significantly improving the experience for our internal staff and clients. Key improvements include development of a citizen portal so clients can view the status of their applications and a mobile app for more convenient access, all aimed at streamlining processes and minimizing potential service interruptions.
This transition to a more future-ready system will be managed carefully to ensure a smooth changeover, mitigating any impact on our operations. Notably, this solution has been successfully implemented by numerous peer organizations, who have reported improvements in operational efficiency and user satisfaction. Their positive feedback reinforce our confidence in the suitability of this syst...
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