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e e . Judge Louie Ditta received the second most outstanding rating on the Houston Bar Association Judicial Evaluation Poll for Justices of the Peace. Ratings are based upon a judges consistency in following the law, ability to rule decisively and timely, their courtesy and attentiveness towards witnesses. demonstration of impartiality without regard to contributions, race, gender or other bias, the judge's work ethic and efficiency and preparati9n for court. . 60 % increase in fine collection since assuming office with no significant caseload increases. 1998 $ 1.1 million collected 2001 . $ 1.7 million collected · 150 % increase in the collection of restitution for criminal offenses. 1998 $ 59,239 collected 2001 $ 150,000+ collected · 1999 - 2000 - Lowest number of Sick Days used by employees out of any department in Harris County. Consistently among the lowest of Harris County Departments for the past 4 years. . Sound fiscal management with budget surpluses returned to the General Fund every year. Year Bude:et SurDlus 1998 $ 41,436 1999 $ 78,939 2000 $ 41.840 2001 $ 49,000 . Assembled and screened a variety of Social Service programs provided by both public and private agencies to offer rehabilitative services for troubled youth. The Court currently offers services in cooperation with over 30 different programs throughout Southeast Harris County: . Developed an automated case management system for juvenile offenders to allow for efficient and accurate monitoring of court ordered services and fee collection. . One of few Justice Courts that offer extended hours each day to allow for court business to be taken care of after normal work hours. Monday - Friday 8:00 am. - 8:00 pm. . Developed and implemented a plan for technological efficiencies that has reduced the time spent in court for most Class C offenders while providing tlte public with more accurate and reliable information pertaining to their individual situations. . As chair of the Justice Court Technology Committee for the past two years, Judge Ditta coordinated the plan for online court access. Plan is currently in final stages and should allow for court business to be conducted online by June 2002.