Digital Innovation Task Force
The Van Buren County AI Task Force is dedicated to using artificial intelligence (AI) to improve government services, streamline operations, and enhance the quality of life for our residents. We focus on developing digital assistants and AI-driven chatbots to support our staff and serve the community better.
Our Mission
We aim to explore and implement AI technologies that enhance our staff’s abilities, optimize departmental functions, and ensure a responsive, efficient government.
Resources
Meetings
The AI Task Force meets on the 2nd and 4th Thursdays of the month at 9:00 AM. Meeting summaries are created by AI from audio recordings with minor edits.
Meeting Summaries

The April Collaborative: SJC & VBC DITF
Where Innovation Meets Local Government The future arrived early this

Van Buren County Digital Innovation Task Force Monthly Update
The Van Buren County Digital Innovation Task Force (DITF) held

Digital Innovation Task Force Meeting: February 26, 2026
Team Updates & Communication We began the meeting by officially

Digital Innovation Task Force Meeting: February 12, 2026
The “DICE” Roll: AI, ADA, and a Zebra Named Jerry?

Digital Innovation Task Force Meeting: January 22, 2026
It’s not every Thursday morning that a conversation about zebra

Joint Digital Innovation Task Force Meeting Summary
Van Buren County & St. Joseph CountyDecember 18, 2025 Purpose
Demonstration Projects
Meet Marty A.I.
Meet Marty A.I., our AI chatbot here to answer your questions about Van Buren County government services. Marty is a work in progress and may not always respond correctly. Try it in the window below or click the icon in the lower right of this page. We welcome your feedback!
