07/08 Projects
PMO projects fall into one of three categories:
- 1/8 Mil Projects, which are projects designed to
maintain and restore existing County buildings. Typical projects under
this scope include replacing worn carpet, updating fire
alarm systems and maintaining County-owned parking lots.
- Technology Projects: These projects are financed by the Tech Fund and are divided into four categories:
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- Systems Integration, which are projects intended to enhance communication and encourage collaboration between departments. Such projects include GIS mapping of fire hydrants for local fire departments, developing data reports for the Criminal Justice Collaborative Council and implementing online timesheets for County employees.
- Desktop Support, which offers support and maintenance for the continued improvement of County computers. This includes procuring and deploying approximately 300-400 new computers each year.
- Network Support, which are projects designed to maintain and upgrade network infrastructure. Sample projects include updating the County voicemail system, ensuring network and Internet connectivity at all county facilities and deploying wireless technology at select County locations.
- Application Support, which support upgrades and
enhancements to software applications used by the County to deliver
services. Such projects include updating computers with critical software
fixes and deploying new applications for departments.
- Capital Improvement Projects, which are major building projects. Sample projects include the deployment of 800 MHz technology, the installation of generators at County owned facilitites and the expansion/renovation of the county jail.
Highlighted Projects
14A-1 District Court & Jail Renovation
The Eastern Service Center, which includes the 14A-1 District Court, Sheriff's Office and Correctional Facility, is undergoing a $32 million dollar renovation that will:
- Add 112 beds to the jail
- Improve security at the courthouse
- Enhance organizational efficiency
- Allow future capacity and upgrades
Renovation Graphic 1
Renovation Graphic 2
14A-4 District Court in Saline
The 14A District Court services all of Washtenaw County with the exception of the City of Ann Arbor and Ypsilanti Township. Per state mandate, the 14A Court was targetted for expansion in the Saline community. A $2.5 million project is underway to build the courthouse, designated 14A-4, within the City of Saline.
