A statewide voluntary home-visiting program supporting these families is also being put in place. Mr. Vitaglione is known across the state as an effective and caring steward of public resources. In addition to dedicating his entire career to the state s children, he encourages those around him to also be inclusive, imaginative and effective for their sake. The State Surplus Property office saw a solution by recognizing the state s ever-growing inventory of retired, but usable hardware, as a valuable resource for education. In early 1997, the State Surplus Property office introduced a program for agencies to send computer equipment to surplus where the condition is analyzed.
Technicians then divide the hardware and use it to developing systems to fit school needs.
Each computer system is refurbished and placed in classrooms. As this program grew, space at the Surplus Property office became a problem. Partnering with Department of Correction, they have obtained additional space solely for this innovative computer recylcing program. No new parts or equipment are purchased to repair or refurbish these surplus computers. Parts are removed from other machines to make complete systems.