Not so long ago, San Francisco’s Franklin Square was a good place to avoid. Playground sand was a dumping ground for used condoms and hypodermic needles. Fed up with what officials politely described as an “underperforming park,” neighbors got organized. They used an interactive Web tool called ParkScan to pinpoint infractions on a satellite map, add text descriptions of the problem, and upload photos of trash or vandalism. Their data-gathering campaign helped convince the city…
To read this article and start a full year of unlimited online access, subscribe now!
Subscribe NowAlready a subscriber?
LoginNeed to register for your premium online access,which is included with your paid subscription?
Register NowSupport SSIR’s coverage of cross-sector solutions to global challenges.
Help us further the reach of innovative ideas. Donate today.
Read more stories by Suzie Boss.