You may be here due to the stickers placed around town. They are part of an experiment to get statistically backed data on re-awakening municipal engagement. A potential inspiration for other municipalities.
We’re using data provided by the city to do a before and after test of selecting some districts with what is, effectively, an advertising campaign for the 311 system. The hope is to educate the populace, and make people aware of the governmental levers sitting right next to their hands. Give people a better feeling of ownership over their civic lives.