(1) In order to more efficiently support the efforts of state departments, state institutions, state agencies, and law enforcement and public safety political subdivisions, and to better serve the public, there is authorized to be established a state telecommunications network, the construction, maintenance, and management of which shall be under the supervision of the chief information officer, in consultation with the chief of the Colorado state patrol.
(2) The chief information officer shall appoint assistants, clerical staff, and other personnel as may be necessary to discharge the duties and responsibilities set forth by this part 5.