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OVERVIEW What is "Y2K?" Simply put,it is a programming flaw that will cause some time-sensitive computer systems to malfunction at the turn of the century. The potential for trouble caused by "Y2K," also known as the "millennium bug," is enormous--from shutdowns in water and waste treatment systems to the failure of transportation control systems,such as traffic lights and railroad warning signals. The problem can be solved before any serious consequences are felt in cities and counties,but only if local governments develop a comprehensive strategy to address "Y2K" in their communities. With recent surveys revealing that as many as two-thirds of the cities and counties in the United States have not taken the necessary steps to avoid suffering the effects of"Y2K," a partnership comprising of Public Technology, Inc. (PTI),the National Association of Counties (NACo),the National League of Cities(NLC),and the International City/County Management Association(ICMA),has launched the "Y2K &YOU" campaign. This campaign,which is directed by Public Technology, Inc., is designed to make public elected and appointed officials aware of the impact that this potentially troubling computer glitch can have on their communities. As part of the campaign,five questions have been developed that every city,town and county needs to ask in respect to "Y2K": Is your community"Y2K-compliant?" What are the consequences of"Y2K"for your community? Can your community fix the problem before January 1,2000? Do you have sufficient human resources in your community to solve the problem? And,if not, do you know where to get help? What contingency plans have been made to deal with the effects of"Y2K?" This tool kit has been provided to serve as a resource for public officials in their fight against the "millennium bug." It contains valuable background information on "Y2K," guidelines for the steps that need to be taken to safeguard your community against its effects,and tips for where help can be obtained. The campaign sponsors are continuing to add resources for local governments on-line at http://www.algov.org For further information, please contact: Public Technology, Inc. (202)626-2400 National League of Cities(202)626-3000 National Association of Counties(202)393-6226 International City/County Management Association (202)289-4262 Y2K sit YOU . Ew vat'— 05%1