HHSC seeks outside counsel specializing in information technology and intellectual-property law to provide representation, advice, and assistance on those matters.
- The Fulton County Board of Commissioners is requesting approval to fund the My Justice Portal platform, a secure attorney-client communications system for detention facilities.
- The resolution cites reducing jail population and backlog of pending criminal cases, plus operational savings for the Sheriff and Public Defender offices, as key drivers.
- Funding is authorized at $108,000 for FY2026 and directed to identify a recurring source of up to $327,725 for FY2027.
- The platform would enable confidential messaging, remote visitation, and privileged file sharing, addressing public defenders' substantial caseloads and travel delays.
- The Cape Breton Regional Police Service launched an online criminal record check platform about two months ago, enabling applicants to submit from anywhere in Canada.
- Record check volumes have grown to over 9,500 per year, up 3,000 since 2023, driven by community growth and external policy changes.
- The commission carried a motion recommending CBRM council adopt the proposed fee adjustments, including a $40 premium rush fee for 24-hour turnaround.
- Staff are exploring a front-lobby kiosk to streamline walk-in applications and reduce manual data entry, while online checks now take five days versus two weeks.
Meeting MentionPre-RFPDetected: Sep 9
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Demetri Kachafanas
Chief Administrative Officer
Wayne H MacDonald
Chief Engineer and Director of Strategic Partnerships
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