Jefferson County, CO
County in Colorado
United States
Jefferson County, CO accelerates digital innovation and transformation with internship program
The county's Innovation Team recruits college students and early-career professionals for the program. Interns work on digital automation and process improvement projects under the tutelage of experienced supervisors. The initial cohort of Innovation and Digital Transformation interns trialed solutions involving open data, intelligent traffic management, and no-code app development. Jefferson County aims for better public services and local talent retention through the program.
Jefferson County, CO
United States
Jefferson County, CO opened the first self-service "Ghost Library" in the country
The Jefferson County Public Library has transformed into the country's first self-service "Ghost Library" which does not require any staff. Residents can access the express library by registering online with a library card and a pin number. The installation of the express library cost the county approximately $141,000 which included an automated checkout kiosk, a five-year lease for the space, and a self-access door code system.
Jefferson County, CO
United States