Discussion was also held regarding identification of County interests and the impacts on the County with the elimination of Personal Property Tax. Information Services Bob Knafla, Information Services Director, was present to discuss the Sherburne County Information Services Unit. A handout describing the many changes in the Sherburne County Information Services Unit was distributed to those present. Discussion was held on the upgrades to the hardware and software used by the County. Currently personal computers are replaced on a 3 year rotation schedule.
Old equipment is donated to non-profit organizations who request it.
Notification of available equipment is published in the local newspapers. The on-site training lab has provided a savings in time and money as employees can learn new software without having to leave the building. A tour of the Information Services area was provided to those present.