The City of Decatur announced the launch of its first mobile app, available for iPhones and smartphones using the Android operating system. The City worked with MyCommunity Mobile to create the app, which is intended for residents and visitors. It can be downloaded for free by searching for “City of Decatur official” on the App Store or Google Play.
The City of Decatur app includes the following features:
· Information includes a brief background on Decatur, the City Hall address and a link to the city’s website
· City Hall features photos of City Commissioners, a list of city services and department phone numbers
· City Calendar of events
· Report an Issue allows users to report an issue by taking a photo, recording an audio message, or taking a video
· Shop & Dine is a complete list of Decatur’s shops and restaurants that include website links, directions and an option to place a telephone call
· Recreation has a list of the city’s recreation facilities with photos, directions and maps
· News keeps app users up-to-date with RSS feeds, Facebook posts and Twitter updates
· Weather puts local weather information on the homepage of the app
· Notifications lets the city send out push notifications via the app during emergencies.
Links to download the City of Decatur mobile app
