Innovation Website, the Online Idea Forum

About the Program

Category: County Administration and Management (Best in Category)

Year: 2011

The spirit of innovation, and a government that is responsive to the people it represents have always been hallmarks of our national identity. This collaborative website (ideas.harfordcountymd.gov) brings these two important principles together and creates an opportunity for citizens to openly share ideas and innovations that they feel could benefit their community. Utilizing today’s technology, Harford County has developed an interactive platform that allows its community to come together to discuss ideas, and to connect those ideas with leaders in government and business within their community. A true measure of any modern society is its ability to create an environment where knowledge is freely exchanged and innovation is encouraged. Harford County leads the State of Maryland in creating tools that both residents and employees can use t gain efficiencies in government, explore new ideas in a collaborative manner, and encourage innovation that will continue to make Harford County a great place to work, live and play.