Beyond data collection, data analysis plays an important role as well. Analyzing the existing information allows Community Boards to identify patterns for future prioritization.

For example, Manhattan Community Board 11’s District Manager analyzes income data to demonstrate affordable housing needs in East Harlem. Manhattan Community Board 3’s District Manager analyzes 311 data to identify service issues’ trends in the Lower East Side.

Here are some examples of tools that can assist Boards in analyzing trends.

• 311 DashboardAn online tool displaying a roundup of all 311 related information. District Managers can use it to monitor service requests and explore trends.
• 311 Service Status ReportA spreadsheet summarizing 311 service requests, sorted by location and status. Currently used by several Community Boards.
• Application AnalysisAn analysis tool to help Boards use information from previous applications when making decisions.
• Online Crowd SourcingAn interactive map for residents to identify and share problems, and suggest ideas for improvements.
• Resolutions and Minutes DatabaseAn online directory of all resolutions and minutes. Allows Board members and the general public to search the database, and track the development of specific topics of interest.