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NEWS RELEASE
June 10, 2004
Folsom, Calif. – Ten of New York’s most innovative, tech-savvy state and local government leaders and agencies have been selected by the Center for Digital Government to receive its prestigious Best of New York award, an annual award that recognizes excellence and outstanding contributions in the area of information technology.
Award recipients were selected from entries to the Center’s 2004 Best of New York Awards Program. Entries were divided into two categories: Leadership and Project Excellence. Final selections were made based on criteria that included collaboration between agencies, innovative use of technology and the improvement of services to citizens or state employees.
“I have been collaborating with governments and educators for more than a decade,” said Cathilea Robinett. “I have first-hand knowledge on what it takes to get a project or initiative off the ground, operating smoothly and in a viable position. The winners of our Best of New York awards have truly earned this title. Their dedication, hard work and contributions to the betterment of government in New York have paid off for the state and its citizens. Congratulations to all of them.”
The following Best of New York award recipients will be honored by the Center at a formal awards ceremony on
June 29:
Demonstrated Excellence in Advancing Technology to Satisfy Business Objectives: Vincent A. Giordano, Deputy Executive Director, NYC Department of Education, Division of Financial Operations
Demonstrated Leadership in Management of Information Technology: Christine E. Haile, Chief Information Officer, University at Albany SUNY
Demonstrated Excellence in Project Management:
Alok Mehta, Research Scientist, Wadsworth Center, New York State Department of Health
Best Application Serving a Department or Agency's Business Needs: Intelligent Autofill Forms, New York State Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance
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