Data sources:
– Bytes of the Big Apple
– NYC Open Data portal for shapefiles of administrative boundaries
Uses: Helps staff identify the various electeds and agencies covering all corners of New York City. For example, where police precincts or school districts overlay community districts, and which elected officials overlap a given school district.
Impact: Facilitates the work of government staff, especially around contacting the appropriate representatives for any given area in the City.
Level: 5
Hours Worked: 100
Number of Personnel who contributed: 4