What data should be on a new public safety community dashboard?

What information would appear in a dynamic public safety community dashboard?

A public safety community dashboard linked to GIS would allow the public to view the various types of calls for service, leading to greater information sharing and transparency. The technology currently utilized by the County’s 911 Center could be further expanded to allow for the data integration needed for such a dashboard.

Community members would be able to view information about calls for service across the County or in their particular municipality or neighborhood. This would offer the public information about how law enforcement time is being spent, community trends over time, etc.

A team of stakeholders has been assembled to implement the community dashboard, including Tompkins County ITS, GIS, Records Management, Law Enforcement Representatives, District Attorney’s Office, Assigned Counsel, DOER/911, Communications Director, Chief Equity Diversity Officer, Community member, and associated departmental leadership for decision making authority.

In order for the data to be accurate, it needs to be recorded accurately and consistently across the public safety system. A collaborative and standardized approach to data input and training will be necessary, and this will need to be reinforced and refreshed over time. A dashboard will improve accountability and transparency within government to allow residents to better understand public safety services.