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TO: Mayor Richard C. Irvin
FROM: Micheal Pegues, Chief Information Officer
Jeff Anderson, Deputy Chief Information Officer
Andrew Feuerborn, Director, Data & Analytics
DATE: October 10, 2024
SUBJECT:
A resolution authorizing Consulting Statement of Work: Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI) Policy, Strategy, and Roadmap from International Data Corporation (IDC) Research, Inc., Needham, MA, for a one-year term not to exceed $136,570.00.
PURPOSE:
The purpose of this project is to deliver a three-phase approach aimed at empowering the City of Aurora in its GenAI journey. The first phase (1) will establish a GenAI policy that aligns with the city's existing technology and responsibility frameworks, while addressing the unique challenges posed by GenAI. The second phase (2) will develop a GenAI strategy that is harmonized with the city's overarching goals and technical strategies, providing clear direction for GenAI initiatives. Finally, the third (3) phase will outline a short-term roadmap, identifying key initiatives essential to the successful implementation of the GenAI strategy.
BACKGROUND:
The City of Aurora (City) is seeking to advance its efforts to improve constituent services through the leverage of artificial intelligence. Recognizing the transformative potential of GenAI, the City aims to develop a GenAI policy, strategy, and roadmap. These initiatives will serve as a framework to ensure the responsible, ethical, and effective integration of GenAI technologies into municipal operations, ultimately enhancing service delivery, community engagement, and operational efficiency. Striving to be the smartest city in America and recognized worldwide as a leader in innovation and technology, Aurora is committed to embracing cutting-edge solutions
DISCUSSION:
The City of Aurora IT Department and IDC invited participants to join our engaging AI Workshop held on 6/20/2024 at the Aurora Police Department, Community Room. The event began with openi...
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