March 30, 2005

Mayor Richard Recognized by Government Technology Magazine

Mayor one of top 25 doers, dreamers and drivers

Fort Wayne, Ind. -- Fort Wayne Mayor Graham Richard has been selected by Government Technology magazine and the Center for Digital Government as one of the top 25 doers, dreamers and drivers in the nation who have made significant contributions to the digital government movement.

Government Technology magazine's March 2005 issue recognizes public sector leaders from all areas of government who are reshaping and advancing digital government.

"I am pleased that we're being recognized for what we're doing with technology in the City," said Fort Wayne Mayor Graham Richard. "We are making great strides in providing technology services for our community. An example is the $65 million Verizon fiber optic broadband program that makes Fort Wayne a leader in technology and innovative investments."

Other top 25 members include Michigan Governor Jennifer Granholm, Delaware Governor Ruth Ann Minner, Colorado Secretary of State Donetta Davidson, California CIO J. Clark Kelso, and Massachusetts CIO Peter Quinn.

In 2003, Fort Wayne was ranked as the number one digital city in the country by the Center for Digital Government.

Posted by Admin at March 30, 2005 02:44 PM