The City of Fenton held a special Board of Aldermen Committee meeting on December 12, 2024, focusing on the implementation of a new records management system known as Laser Fish. This meeting aimed to discuss the transition from the previous system, Micro Fish, to the more advanced Laser Fish, which is designed to enhance the efficiency of record-keeping and retrieval.

During the meeting, officials highlighted the benefits of the Laser Fish database, particularly its ability to streamline searches across various formats of scanned records. This system allows staff to quickly locate specific documents using search terms, significantly reducing the time spent navigating through multiple files. For example, if a staff member needs to find all communications from a particular individual, such as Scott Mazarin, they can easily access this information without the cumbersome process of manual searching.

The discussion emphasized the importance of this upgrade in improving operational efficiency within the city’s administrative processes. The committee members expressed their support for the transition, recognizing the potential time savings and enhanced accessibility of records that Laser Fish offers.

As the meeting concluded, there were no further questions raised regarding the implementation of the new system, indicating a consensus on moving forward with the transition. The City of Fenton is set to benefit from this modernization, which aims to improve record management and service delivery to its residents.