MEDIA, PA — In a major step towards modernizing its land records system, the Delaware County Recorder of Deeds Office debuts GovOS Cloud Search, a cutting-edge government records search engine. Spearheaded by Director Robert A. Auclair, Esq., this tool takes Delaware County to the forefront of public records access.
Since its initial launch on February 1, 2024, GovOS Cloud Search has allowed residents to navigate county public records with remarkable ease, replicating the convenience of a Google-like search. The platform enables users to buy certified copies, documents, and index prints online. This user-friendly service is a result of a multi-year strategy to revamp the county’s land records mechanism and improve resident services.
The integration of Cloud Search elevates the existing County Fusion land records platform, offering citizens two choices for property document searches. While Cloud Search’s intuitive interface is predicted to be the popular choice, title searchers and others can continue using County Fusion.
County residents now enjoy rapid access to an extensive database, a staggering 240 years of historical data. The Cloud Search implementation reduces the need for office visits, making land record searches less time-consuming. Director Auclair emphasizes this upgrade represents an “unparalleled experience for residents.”
In addition to improving accessibility, the Delaware County Recorder of Deeds Office is bolstering fraud protection measures. The office is making strides to replace the existing FraudSleuth application with GovOS Cloud Search’s Property Alert, an enhanced program set to offer superior features.
Property Alert requires a straightforward registration process. After creating a free account, residents receive alerts for property-related activities. This service is available via the Delaware County Recorder of Deeds website or directly through the Cloud Search portal.
The introduction of Cloud Search and Property Alert represents the latest strides of the Recorder of Deeds office’s modernization initiative. Until 2020, the office was noticeably behind other counties in terms of digital accessibility. Residents had to visit in person, payments were restricted to cash or checks, and the records were often unorganized and of low quality.
Upon taking over as director, Auclair acknowledged significant room for improvement. In 2019, Delaware County lacked an eRecording system, making it an outlier among the country’s larger counties. “Everything was handled entirely in the office,” Auclair reflected, “we knew we could do better for Delaware County residents.”
In a joint effort with GovOS since 2020, the Recorder of Deeds Office has effectively implemented a myriad of modernization initiatives. The introduction and successful utilization of eRecording processes, enhancements in digital record accuracy and accessibility, and the establishment of a disaster recovery system brought monumental changes.
As Delaware County Council Member Christine Reuther states, the modernization has created a more efficient, accessible service. The investments are paying dividends, a testament to the effective expenditure of taxpayer funds. “We regularly receive compliments from all stakeholders – title companies, real estate agents, developers, buyers, and sellers – on the improvements led by Director Auclair and his team,” revealed Reuther.
Delaware County’s successful modernization of its land records system acknowledges the power of embracing change and the magnitude of benefits it brings. It implies the potential of GovOS’ Official Public Records solution to transform the way in which local governments operate and engage with their constituents, ushering in a new era of transparency and accessibility.
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