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This presentation outlines a strategic plan for improving the management and accessibility of critical datasets for taxing and TIF districts. Key activities include obtaining legal documents, digitizing data changes, and performing cross-departmental analysis. Effective communication of the value of accurate data is emphasized to build cooperation among stakeholders, highlighting the financial benefits and efficiency that come from reliable data. Key challenges such as confusion and poor record-keeping are addressed, with actionable insights for fostering collaboration and restoring trust.
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Showcase Value, not Technology When Going After Critical Datasets - Fred Baltrusis (IndyGIS)
The Plan • Obtain legals for all Taxing and TIF districts • Digitize any changes to existing data • Spread the word • Perform analysis for various departments • Incorporate into existing and new tools
Why so important? • “Money, money, money, money…” • Accurate distribution of funds • Faster and more reliable depictions of potential changes • Increased efficiency • Data storage and central location
Data Characteristics • 61 Taxing Districts • 32 TIF (Tax Increment Financing) Districts • Not all contiguous • Extreme sizes
Contacts • 30+ people • 18+ offices • City-County Council meeting minutes • Law library • Off-site archive files
Problems Encountered • No responsibility • Confusion • Finger pointing • Suspicion • Fear • Poor record keeping • Data not centrally located
Map Effects • Township Assessors – got their attention • County Assessor – had not seen any TIF maps • Auditor – also impressed, very good to see the data in graphic form, reward cooperation • Bond Bank – may task a project manager with obtaining the legals, guarded
Next time… • Communicate potential uses • Team up with key departments • Showcase value of accurate, accessible data • Emphasize objectivity • Reward cooperation • Build relationships (always) • Use maps, etc. from start • Help others to see beyond “the way it’s always been”
Thanks for coming!Contact info:fbaltrus@indygov.org(317) 327-3760