December 4, 2009

Hampton Named One of the Top Digital Cities in U.S.

For the eighth year in a row, Hampton has been acknowledged as one of the most technology-advanced cities in the nation as named by the Center for Digital Government. This designation is based on its 2009 Digital Cities Survey. The annual study examines how city governments are using digital technologies to better serve their citizens and streamline operations.

"This year's winners demonstrate how cities have faced economic challenges with creativity and innovation in the use of information technology," said Cathilea Robinett, executive director for the Center for Digital Government. "The Survey clearly shows that cities place a high value on positive experiences for their constituents when using government services. These winners are at the leading edge of the future in digital advances for citizens."

The survey, developed by the Center and the National League of Cities (NLC) in 2001, is open to all U.S. cities with a population of 30,000 or more. Respondent cities are classified into four population size based categories: 250,000 or greater; 125,000-249,999; 75,000-124,999; and 30,000-74,999. Hampton placed eighth in the 125,000-249,999 population category.

The Center for Digital Government is a national research and advisory institute on information technology policies and best practices in state and local government. The Center is a division of e.Republic, Inc., a national publishing, event and research company focused on information technology in the public sector.

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Media Contacts: Dianne R. Foster, Public Information Officer, Tami Back, Public Communications Assistant