Seminole County, FL

Seminole County, FL deploys low-code wilderness rescue app

The Seminole County Fire Department developed an in-house app to enhance wilderness rescue operations, particularly for locating lost individuals in the county's 55 square miles of wilderness. The app, built using low-code platforms like Microsoft Power Apps, integrates GPS coordinates and real-time data to guide rescuers efficiently. The department plans to expand the app's capabilities and share it with other agencies to improve regional emergency response.

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Seminole County, FL

United States

Seminole County, FL asks every resident to submit an internet speed survey to improve services

Seminole County Board of County Commissioners are asking every resident to submit their internet speed test results and complete a survey regarding their home's internet access. Residents without internet access can request a printed version of the survey by phone. The county will use this information to target areas lacking high-speed internet connectivity with $4.7 million in American Rescue Plan Act funding to improve broadband services in those areas.

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Seminole County, FL

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Seminole County, FL bridges digital divide by helping residents apply for rental assistance online

Seminole County opened a computer lab that addresses the digital divide by helping residents apply for rental, utility, and mortgage assistance. The computer lab was designed specifically to help residents who don't have access to computers or scanners, lack computer skills, or who just need help navigating the website to apply for pandemic relief. The computer lab is staffed by members of the county's Community Services Department who are on site to assist residents.

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Seminole County, FL

United States

Seminole County, FL provides addiction treatment for inmates

Seminole County has a separate area in their jail for inmates with addiction problems, allowing inmates to receive proper care. The county also ensures that inmates will be sent to a long-term rehabilitation center before they are released.

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Seminole County, FL

United States