Lake Havasu City is making a mark on the digital map, securing a top ten spot in the Center for Digital Government's 2024 Digital Cities Survey. Awarded 7th place in the "Up to 75,000 Population" category, this achievement heralds the city's proactive approach to embracing technology. The city's advances in streamlining services, reinforcing network security, and bolstering transparency have not gone unnoticed in the realm of digital transformation, as detailed by Lake Havasu City.
City Manager Jess Knudson expressed his pride in the city's Information Technology Department, stating, "Being named one of the top 7 Digital Cities in the country for this category is an impressive accomplishment." He shed light on the leadership of Chief Information Officer Jonathan Baskette and his team's diligence, particularly emphasizing their role in securing networks and prioritizing technology to refine city operations, as reported by Lake Havasu City's official news release.
The accolade is part of an annual review by the Center for Digital Government, which evaluates local entities on their use of technology to enhance public service, fortify cybersecurity, protect digital privacy, and encourage digital equity, according to Lake Havasu City.
