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HomeMy WebLinkAbout3.1 Presentation on SeeClickFix (2)STAFF REPORT CITY COUNCIL Page 1 of 2 Agenda Item 3.1 DATE:May 4, 2021 TO:Honorable Mayor and City Councilmembers FROM:Linda Smith, City Manager SUBJECT:Presentation on SeeClickFix Prepared by: Colleen Tribby, Assistant City Manager EXECUTIVE SUMMARY: The City Council will receive a presentation on SeeClickFix, the City’s new software application that provides online access to public issue reporting. The application will go live May 5, 2021. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Receive the presentation. FINANCIAL IMPACT: None. DESCRIPTION: On January 22, 2021, the City Manager entered into a Consulting Services Agreement with CivicPlus for the implementation and maintenance of SeeClickFix, a software application that provides online access to public issue reporting and robust data analysis. The new application, which can be accessed through various media or devices, will replace the City’s existing citizen request tool. CivicPlus’ SeeClickFix is an industry leader in citizen request and work management solutions. The application allows photos, videos, and comments to be included with citizen communications to local agencies and provides a location tool to allow agencies to respond quickly and accurately. CivicPlus cites these other benefits to agencies using SeeClickFix: Simplifying internal communication and reducing the use of email, spreadsheets, and sticky notes. Reducing calls with a mobile app and web tools that let citizens report issues as they see them. 8 Page 2 of 2 Saving time and money with data driven decisions. Increasing civic engagement by involving citizens in community dialogue. Dublin’s SeeClickFix online portal, along with the mobile device app “Fix It Dublin,” will be available for public use beginning May 5, 2021. STRATEGIC PLAN INITIATIVE: Strategy 4: Become a 24/7 City Hall to Enhance Resident and Business Engagement Objective C: Enhance citizen online interaction via reporting of issues and transparent data. NOTICING REQUIREMENTS/PUBLIC OUTREACH: The City Council Agenda was posted. ATTACHMENTS: None. 9 SeeClickFix May 4, 2021 SeeClickFix •New citizen request management system •Web and mobile app services –Available on iOs and Android •Citizens can: –Provide pictures, videos, specific descriptions –View, track, and comment on issues –Create “watch areas” to follow the progress of all service requests –not just the ones they report. •Goes live May 5 Fix It –Dublin www.dublin.ca.gov/fixit Fix It –Dublin Thank you Thank you