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E-Gov Basics Options for Code Enforcement

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Add Code Enforcement Options to the Citizen Request module of E-Gov Basics to provide sophisticated tools to help track and manage reported code violations.

  • Public or internal staff can report code violations online at any time.
  • Specific forms can be customized to be sure that all needed information is collected.
  • If email address provided, report submitter gets email confirmation and status update emails. They can also access activity and current status of complaint by using a tracking number.
  • Email alerts are automatically sent to appropriate internal staff for each new request. Email has a link to admin site to allow them to record follow-up activities, reassign responsibility, or change complaint status.
  • Internal-only fields allow staff to follow pre-defined path to problem resolution, which can be different for different request types.
  • Staff can send predefined form letters or form emails to property owners and others.
  • Staff can attach pictures, etc., to the complaint. Allows for paperless system.
  • All information stored in online database for searching and management reporting.

Form Letters

  • Send form letters (or emails) from the Citizen Request module back to requestors
  • Includes form editor tool to create and update form letter templates
  • Supports any number of different form letter templates
  • Form letters can automatically merge information from request
  • User can add other information to form letter

File Uploads

  • Admin can upload files attached to Action Line item
  • Clickable links are added to action line items to open attachments
  • No limit to number of attachments

Administrative Only Fields

  • Fields can be defined that would not appear on the public form
  • These would be filled in through Admin access
  • Fields can be used in form letters
  • Use for permits and other areas where admin section of form is needed

Sub-Status Reporting

  • Create specific sub-status types under each major status
  • Select items by sub-status as well as status

Code Sections

  • Create database of code sections contain section number and detailed text
  • Select sections by number for a specific violation
  • Create form letters containing code section numbers and detailed text
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