Response: City of Willits

However, the Department currently does track work orders utilizing a chronological/date system. The data content of the work orders (i.e., vehicle usage, excavation quantities, material use, etc.) would benefit from an improved tracking system. Creating a system that could track the work order data, as well as other administrative requirements, may prove difficult. However, implementation of a data tracking system will be evaluated utilizing Microsoft Access. Programming and setup of the system will require considerable staff time and some outside programming support. However, it is anticipated that such initial programming costs will be affordable within the current departmental budget, even though it is not specifically referenced as a contemplated expenditure during the current fiscal year. Because external support costs related to design of the tracking system will be relatively minor in nature, the Department is adjusting proposed expenditures in several line items in the current year to offset the cost of initiating this important project. Willits hire another technician and a clerical worker for the Public Works Department (