The City of Avondale's Information Technology (IT) Department always strives to serve residents with effective and innovative technology solutions.  These strides in technology services have been recognized by various industry agencies over the years.

2025 - 4th Place (75,000-124,999 population category) - Digital Cities Survey

 

The Center for Digital Government (CDG) announced the winners of the 25th annual Digital Cities Survey. The annual survey honors cities that excel in technology innovation, data-driven decision-making, cybersecurity, and resident-centered digital services. Avondale’s ranking highlights its investments in modernized public safety systems, improved online services, and robust cybersecurity practices that enhance efficiency and build community trust. Avondale, Arizona took a top ten ranking, coming in as number four in the nation for the population category 75,000 – 124,999.

“This recognition reflects Avondale’s dedication to delivering efficient, secure, and easy-to-use digital services for our residents,” said Jeff Scheetz, Chief Information Officer for the City of Avondale. “Our team is committed to building technology solutions that make government more accessible, responsive, and resilient for the community we serve.”

About the Center for Digital Government: The Center for Digital Government is a national research and advisory institute focused on technology policy and best practices in state and local government. CDG is a division of e.Republic, the nation’s only media and research company focused exclusively on state and local government and education. e.Republic (www.govtech.com)

 

 

2025 - Information Technology Governance (50,000 - 250,000 population category)- Public Technology Institute

The Public Technology Institute announced the recipients of the 2025 Solutions Awards. The Solutions Awards recognize PTI member cities, counties, and associations from around the country annually for their use of innovative technology.

Over the past year, Avondale strengthened its IT governance framework by refining its mid-year technology project intake process, ensuring thorough business case evaluation and financial impact analysis for all requests. This improved process now plays a significant role in planning for the Fiscal Year 2027 budget.

The City also established three specialized committees - AI, Web Governance, and Data Governance - which delivered major achievements, including Avondale’s first AI policy, enhanced ADA compliance efforts, strengthened content and intranet governance, the city’s first comprehensive data inventory, and a strategic data framework.

These initiatives support innovation, fiscal responsibility, and cohesive technology planning across all departments.