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Visualizing Technology Matching Fund Outcomes With GeoData

Seattle’s Technology Matching Fund (TMF) is one of the city’s most important investments in digital equity. Each year, TMF supports community projects that help people build digital skills, get devices, and connect to the internet. These projects tackle the gaps found in the 2024 Technology Access and Adoption Study. How… [ Keep reading ]

Seattle Fire proposes new technology for fire, medical, and rescue responses

The Seattle Fire Department is proposing to add up to three drones to its fleet of emergency response apparatus. The Emergency Response Aerial Technology – or ERAT – would be used in a limited number of fire, medical or rescue responses where having an aerial view would provide greater safety… [ Keep reading ]

Seattle’s New Digital Accessibility Policy: Furthering Our Commitment to Inclusive Services 

As Seattle welcomes local communities and visitors from around the world this summer for 2026 FIFA World Cup events, we’re reminded how important it is to be a City that includes everyone – regardless of their background or abilities. People rely on City websites, blogs, mobile apps, online forms, maps, videos, and social media to find information and access services…. [ Keep reading ]

Seattle Channel takes home three Emmy Awards

Seattle Channel won three awards at the 63rd annual Northwest Regional Emmy Awards on Saturday, May 30.  Seattle Channel videographer and producer Chris Barnes was recognized twice, receiving Emmys in the Human Interest – Short Form Content and Editor categories for his Art Zone profile on Georgetown creative and community leader Larry Reid. Seattle Channel freelancer Michael Crowe also was honored with an Emmy in the Short Form Content… [ Keep reading ]

Powering Care: How Seattle IT Made This Year’s Clinic a Tech Success

Behind every successful patient visit at this year’s clinic—where more than 3,100 individuals received care—was a robust technology foundation. The Seattle IT Device Support team provided end-to-end IT support, managing everything from patient intake systems to specialized medical technology. This large-scale, free pop-up clinic offers dental, vision, and medical services… [ Keep reading ]

Seattle Channel Celebrates 11 Regional Emmy® Nominations

The Seattle Channel has been honored with 11 Emmy® nominations from the Northwest Chapter of the National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences, including a nomination for Overall Excellence. This prestigious category highlights the exceptional quality and breadth of the Channel’s programming, as well as the team’s steadfast dedication to… [ Keep reading ]

Join our team! City of Seattle is hiring for our next Chief Technology Officer 

The City of Seattle is seeking a Chief Technology Officer (CTO) to lead the City’s work in applying technology, data, and innovation to equitably benefit Seattle and support the business needs of City departments. The CTO serves as the principal technology leader for the City with overall responsibility for vision, strategy, and… [ Keep reading ]

Many thanks to Chief Technology Officer Rob Lloyd for leading Seattle IT

Seattle IT extends its sincere thanks to Chief Technology Officer Rob Lloyd for his outstanding service and leadership. Rob’s vision, steady guidance, and deep commitment to public service have strengthened our department and helped move the City of Seattle forward in meaningful ways. Please join us in wishing Rob the very best on his next adventure! The… [ Keep reading ]

Shape Inclusive Tech: Two Seattle GIS Internship opportunities available

Digital maps shape how we all access city services, but not everyone can use them equally. Seattle IT’s Geographic Information System (GIS) team wants to change that. We’re hiring two GIS Accessibility Interns to help ensure Seattle’s digital maps are accessible to all—making a real difference for residents with disabilities… [ Keep reading ]

Seattle IT Drives Launch of New Special Event Permit System 

Getting a permit for a special event in Seattle just got much easier—thanks to the leadership and innovation of Seattle Information Technology (Seattle IT). The City has officially launched Eproval, a state-of-the-art online software that modernizes and simplifies the entire permitting process. By leaving behind a decade-old PDF application system, Seattle IT has paved the… [ Keep reading ]