MetroPulse

MetroPulse is a regional project to track quality-of-life indicators. Tracks @GOTO2040

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In the meantime, here's an article about the increased use of big data by government: http://t.co/349Gvohif1

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We got included in a @planetizen list of planning apps. http://t.co/sLaynWQQ

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Check out @ILOpenTech's challenge to create digital tools that serve civic needs. Deadline is 3/15. http://t.co/WeaTSWpx

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@uscensusbureau has updated their American Fact Finder to make it easier to use. http://t.co/Wld8m8em

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Looking for demographic information for the whole nation? @uscensusbureau just launched a data mapper: http://t.co/sWxNFDr9

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Attn: Northeastern Illinois planners, municipal officials, advocates, citizens, etc.

We would love to do an... http://t.co/Bx9Wp2sE

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@healy05 In the meantime, take a look at the how-to videos in the upper right hand corner of the current homepage.

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We'll be at UIC tonight to teach planning students about how to use MetroPulse data. Interested in a training? Please reply!

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Mapping is important, and it's big business. Here's an interesting article explaining why: http://t.co/oheFuoVH

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Chicago is encouraging #civichackers to use its data. Eventually, MetroPulse will be more open as well. Details TBA! http://t.co/zyfZROO6

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This website is excellent for finding information by ZIP code:http://t.co/XHytTP6F

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RT @APA_Planning: Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning wins 2013 # APAAWARD for planning agency — @GOTO2040: http://t.co/UANyuIvl

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Local governments using social media in creative ways, such as Pinterest mugshot boards: http://t.co/4Ab5PEct

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We've updated data on small business loans, by county. http://t.co/3OXXjW2D

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What color is your roof? Read about the costs and benefits of Green vs. White roofs in Chicago: http://t.co/QgUiqv9t

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You can track acres of infill potential in northeastern Illinois through MetroPulse. http://t.co/k42NVSEh

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@planetizen has compiled a list of the top ten best websites for planning in 2012. A lot of these are our favorites too http://t.co/zS5h08XX

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Don't forget, #MetroPulse has an iPhone app. Download it for free here: http://t.co/MuxwETfg

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According to the EPA, national trends are shifting towards infill development. http://t.co/DHCI4MUU

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I love this Very Walkable place. http://t.co/NXaA3HI5 on @walkscore