March 19, 2026

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Announcing the 2026 Service First-Award Winners

At Polimorphic, we believe every government, regardless of size or resources, should be able to deliver fast, accessible, and responsive service to every resident.

Polimorphic's Service-First Awards recognize governments that are doing exactly that: reimagining how government works by putting residents first and leveraging technology to make services simpler, faster, and more human.

This year’s winners are doing so much more than adopting new tools. They’re redesigning how residents experience government. From AI-powered voice and chat to modern workflows and proactive communication, these leaders are setting a new standard for what service-first government looks like in 2026.

Meet the 2026 Service-First Award Winners

1. Tooele County, UT: Modernizing Workflows to Deliver Faster Service

Tooele County is transforming how residents access services by modernizing internal workflows and implementing CRM technology to handle growing demand.

With thousands of cases processed through the system, the County has achieved:

  • 50%+ reductions in turnaround time
  • Significant improvements in staff efficiency
  • Faster, more consistent service delivery

By reducing manual processes and streamlining operations, Tooele County is ensuring residents get the help they need without delays.

“In the Tooele County Recorder/Surveyor’s Office, our goal has always been to remove barriers between the public and the services they need. By modernizing our workflows and expanding online access, we’ve been able to save staff time while delivering faster, more convenient service to our community.”

2. Littleton, CO: Connecting Residents to Information Instantly

The City of Littleton is using AI-powered voice and chat to ensure residents can quickly find information and get connected to the right resources anytime, day or night.

With over 76,000+ interactions, the City has:

  • Reduced call volume by over 50%
  • Improved access to services 24/7
  • Freed up staff to focus on more complex needs

Littleton’s approach shows how automation can enhance, not replace, human service.

“First-rate service is a core value at the City of Littleton. With the rollout of Polimorphic AI Voice and Chat services, we are advancing our commitment to first-rate service, connecting residents and visitors directly with resources anytime, 24/7.”

3. Weber Basin Water Conservancy District: Proactive Communication at Scale

Weber Basin Water Conservancy District is redefining how utilities communicate with residents.

Using AI and automation, they:

  • Handle 1,000+ calls per month
  • Proactively alert residents to outages
  • Provide real-time updates on water service

By integrating GIS and communication tools, they’ve shifted from reactive service to proactive engagement, keeping residents informed before issues escalate.

“Weber Basin Water Conservancy District is committed to using innovative technology to better serve our residents by providing timely, accurate information and improving communication.”

4. Palm Beach, FL: Delivering Consistent, High-Quality Service Across Channels

Palm Beach is focused on delivering exceptional service through continuous improvement of both tools and processes.

Their approach emphasizes:

  • Accessibility across all resident interactions
  • Clear, responsive communication
  • Ongoing refinement of service delivery systems

By combining innovation with a strong service culture, Palm Beach ensures every interaction reflects its commitment to excellence.

“The Town of Palm Beach is committed to delivering exceptional service by listening to our community, continually evolving our tools and processes, and ensuring every interaction is accessible, responsive, and reflective of the high standards that define our town.”

5. Newport, RI: Simplifying High-Volume Processes with AI

Newport is using AI and CRM tools to streamline high-volume services like tax applications, making processes faster and easier for both residents and staff.

With:

  • 25,000+ residents served
  • Nearly 400 tax applications submitted
  • 220 processed in just two months

Newport has dramatically improved turnaround times while maintaining accuracy and transparency.

Their use of AI ensures residents can navigate complex processes with ease.

6. Apex, NC: Making Government Information Accessible 24/7

The Town of Apex is leveraging AI to make government information more accessible and reduce pressure on staff.

Their implementation has:

  • Improved resident access to information anytime
  • Reduced call volume in the 311 center
  • Strengthened internal communication and oversight

By combining AI with CRM, Apex is delivering a more connected, efficient government experience.

7. Racine, WI: Closing the Loop on Resident Requests

Racine continues to lead in service-first innovation by combining CRM and AI search to ensure no resident request falls through the cracks. This is the second year in a row Racine has been the recipient of a Service-First Award.

Their system:

  • Tracks resident issues like missed trash pickup and park concerns
  • Handles 350+ engagements per week
  • Will soon include AI-powered voice intake for automatic case creation

This end-to-end approach ensures faster resolution times and greater accountability.

8. Placer County, CA: Using AI to Enhance, Not Replace, Human Service

Placer County is taking a thoughtful approach to AI, using it to remove friction while keeping people at the center of service.

Their philosophy is simple but powerful: automate the routine so staff can focus on what matters most.

“We don’t implement chatbots to automate the conversation; we implement them to automate the friction. By letting AI handle the routine, we empower our human staff to focus on the heart of public service: empathy and complex problem-solving.”

A New Standard for Service-First Government

This year’s winners demonstrate that service-first government is not about a tool.

It’s about:

  • Meeting residents where they are
  • Removing friction from everyday interactions
  • Empowering staff to do their best work
  • Using technology to make government more human, not less

Together, these organizations are setting a new benchmark for what’s possible in local government.

Congratulations to Our 2026 Winners

We’re proud to partner with these forward-thinking agencies and honored to support their work.

Their leadership is shaping the future of public service and proving that better government is not only possible, but already happening.

Want to Become a Service-First Government?

If you’re looking to modernize service delivery, improve responsiveness, and better serve your community, we’d love to connect.

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