Florida county explores AI pilot program to boost government efficiency

Summary

Manatee County commissioners in Florida discussed joining a state-run AI pilot program that would use a vendor called Polytech to analyze public records and operational data for duplication and efficiency gains. Officials emphasized both the potential to improve services and concerns over security, costs, and using the county as a ‘guinea pig,’ ultimately allowing staff to keep exploring the program without yet approving a contract. ([mysuncoast.com](https://www.mysuncoast.com/2025/12/02/county-commission-discusses-ai-pilot-program-aimed-improving-government-efficiency/))