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District of Columbia

IT Status Report & Strategic Plan

February 23, 2026 · Version 2.0

Executive Summary

Governor

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CIO

Stephen N. Miller (Chief Technology Officer)

CISO

Suneel Cherukuri

IT Organization

Office of the Chief Technology Officer (OCTO)

State Agencies

80

Population

694K

✓ Key Strengths

  • First major U.S. city to mandate responsible AI training for government workforce (February 2026), with AI Strategic Plan, dedicated AI Task Force receiving inaugural AI 50 Award, and MIT Governance Lab/Stanford Digital Economy Lab AI pilot program -- positioning DC as a national leader in municipal AI governance
  • OCTO's FY2026 budget of $93M in local funds plus $46M in federal funds and $16M in capital funds provides robust technology investment capacity, with $22.5M in new investments for digital service modernization and public safety technology
  • DC.gov website redesign and digital services modernization initiative making government services 'faster, fairer, and simpler' with citizen-centric design approach, complemented by DC Compass open data tool and comprehensive data policy (Mayor's Order 2017-115)
  • Seven consecutive years recognized as digital inclusion trailblazer, with $3.8M Digital Equity Capacity Grant, Tech Together program, and $44.2M BEAD allocation for broadband deployment -- demonstrating sustained commitment to closing the digital divide

⚠ Key Risks

  • Federal workforce reductions and policy changes under new administration may significantly impact DC's economy, tax base, and demand for government technology services -- creating budget uncertainty for OCTO's ambitious modernization agenda
  • BEAD broadband allocation of $44.2M pending further NTIA guidance -- program details still being developed, creating uncertainty around the District's broadband deployment timeline and strategy
  • DC's dense urban environment creates complex cybersecurity challenges including critical infrastructure protection for federal-adjacent systems, foreign intelligence threats, and the need to secure rapidly expanding IoT infrastructure (2,000+ cameras)
  • Population growth slowing (0.3% in 2025 vs. 1.3% in 2024) raises questions about DC's continued attractiveness -- impacts long-term tax revenue projections and workforce availability for government technology initiatives

Capability Areas

Capability Radar

Cybersecurity & …AI & AutomationDigital Governme…Data Management …Workforce & TalentCloud ServicesBroadband & Conn…IT Procurement &…Interoperability…Legacy Moderniza…
District of Columbia

Current IT Projects

ProjectStatusDescriptionTimeline
DC.gov Website Redesign and Digital Services ModernizationIn ProgressComprehensive redesign of the District's official website and digital service delivery platform to make government services faster, fairer, and simpler. Includes streamlined navigation, improved user experience, and integrated access to services across agencies.2025-2027
Responsible AI Governance and Training ProgramActiveFirst major U.S. city AI governance program including mandatory responsible AI training for all government employees, AI Strategic Plan with agency-specific plans, AI testing sandbox (SCIF), and MIT/Stanford AI pilot collaboration. AI Task Force received inaugural AI 50 Award.2024-2026
Public Safety Camera Infrastructure ModernizationIn Progress$3.7M initiative to install approximately 2,000 cloud-based surveillance cameras replacing fragmented legacy systems. Unified platform improving public safety operational oversight with projected $2.1M savings over five years.2025-2027
BEAD Broadband DeploymentPlanning$44.2M BEAD allocation for broadband deployment in the District. State Broadband and Digital Equity Office (SBDEO) coordinating program development pending further NTIA guidance. Strategic fiber-optic planning initiated for Ward 5.2025-2030
Digital Equity Capacity Grant ImplementationActive$3.8M federal grant implementing DC's Digital Equity Plan focused on bridging the digital divide in underserved wards. Includes Tech Together partnerships, low-cost device distribution, comprehensive digital literacy training, and senior-focused programs.2024-2027
Cloud Data Exchange PlatformIn ProgressEnterprise data exchange platform improving cross-agency data management and accessibility. Enabling secure data sharing, modernizing data systems, and supporting AI adoption requirements across District government agencies.2025-2027

100-Day Strategic Plan

Quick-win initiatives for immediate impact

200-Day Strategic Plan

Strategic initiatives for sustained transformation

Sources

  1. Office of the Chief Technology Officer (OCTO) (accessed 2026-02-23)
  2. OCTO FY2026 Budget Testimony by CTO Stephen Miller (accessed 2026-02-23)
  3. OCTO FY2026 Performance Plan (accessed 2026-02-23)
  4. DC Becomes First Major U.S. City to Require Responsible AI Training (accessed 2026-02-23)
  5. Washington DC AI Strategic Plan and AI Testing Sandbox (accessed 2026-02-23)
  6. DC's CTO to Drive New $3.8M Digital Equity Grant (accessed 2026-02-23)
  7. Mayor Bowser Announces $3.8M Digital Equity Capacity Grant (accessed 2026-02-23)
  8. FY23-25 DC Tech Plan (accessed 2026-02-23)
  9. Chief Data Officer Annual Report 2025 (accessed 2026-02-23)
  10. DC Data Policy (Mayor's Order 2017-115) (accessed 2026-02-23)
  11. OCTO FY2025 Budget Testimony (accessed 2026-02-23)
  12. Washington DC Digital Government Summit 2025 (accessed 2026-02-23)
  13. OCTO Newsroom (accessed 2026-02-23)
  14. DC Population Estimate 2025 (U.S. Census Bureau) (accessed 2026-02-23)
  15. DC Policy Center: DC Population Growth Slowed in 2025 (accessed 2026-02-23)
  16. OCTO FY2024 Performance Accountability Report (accessed 2026-02-23)
  17. NASCIO 2025 State CIO Top 10 Priorities (accessed 2026-02-23)