BROWARD COUNTY, FL - Broward County has launched its first-ever Citizen Data Portal.
The Broward County Citizen Data Portal is a single point of access for anyone wanting to learn more about their community and government through the use of various data-visualization tools. This centralized data intelligence platform houses information on a variety of topics ranging from public services and climate data to finances, health and education. The Citizen Portal has been designed by the County's Innovation Unit, part of the Resilient Environment Department, to promote transparency, accountability and civic engagement. By making data readily available to the public, the portal informs and empowers citizens, enabling them to make informed decisions about their community.
The Portal is also a catalyst for innovation and is committed to open data standards, providing free and accessible information to everyone, regardless of their technical skills or backgrounds. This commitment not only empowers local communities but also contributes to economic development, research advancements and efficient governance. County agencies, researchers, businesses and individual citizens can access and analyze the data to develop new solutions to local challenges. The Citizen Data Portal is more than just a website; it is a vision for a data-driven future.
The Innovation Unit invites you to join them at Government Center West in Plantation on Friday, April 19, from 10 AM - 3:30 PM as it recognizes and celebrates Innovation in Broward County. There will be lobby displays and hands-on demonstrations throughout the day including the Citizen Data Portal. For more information, visit Broward.org/Innovation.
About the Resilient Environment Department
Broward County's Resilient Environment Department is responsible for advancing the resilience of our community through diverse environmental, planning, housing, regulatory and community-oriented programs. The Department is charged with leading planning efforts and steering projects to urgently mitigate climate change and its impacts, including measures to advance clean energy solutions, address the local impacts of sea-level rise, reduce emissions and protect against economic inequities. By implementing these actions, Broward County offers a greener, more sustainable, and climate-resilient community. For more information, follow us on Facebook, email resilience@broward.org or call 954-357-6663.
April 18, 2024
MEDIA CONTACT: Phillip R. McChesney, MSW, Director and Assistant Chief Innovation Officer
Resilient Environment Department
954-519-1223
pmcchesney@broward.org