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• VII. ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES: MANAGEMENT INFORMATION SYSTEMS (MIS) A. PUBLIC SERVICE PROGRAM MIS Coordination Program Function and Service Standards The MIS program is responsible for information systems such as computer hardware and software applications, efficient processing of information, and a coordinated records retention program that is accurate and proficient. PROGRAM OBJECTIVES • One of the continuous priorities of the City Council is to aid in the City's commitment to stay up-to-date with new computer and communications technology. The City's ability to quickly, accurately and effec- • tively process, record and communicate information, as well as provide timely, safe and efficient service in daily municipal operations, is vital to the livelihood of all residents of Mounds View. BUDGET IMPACTS Personnel: Personnel in this program consist of the following: • Computer Consultant(Occasionally) • Administrative Secretary • "Administrative Employee"-Title Unknown Due to the possibility of restructuring personnel in specific City departments, the position title of the 1996 Administrative Intern has not been determined and is listed as"Administrative Employee". General Expenditures: It is anticipated that consultant costs will remain the same as 1996 amounts due to in-house training. General expenditures will increase in 1997 due to the salary increase of the Administrative Employee. City staff continues to take advantage of the benefits of the computer network by utilizing the system on a daily basis to meet the City's growing communication and informational needs, but there are numerous features that are not being utilized that would greatly reduce the amount of time currently used to