We’re proud to share that Gilbert has achieved a Gold Certification from What Works Cities, the standard of excellence for data-driven local government, and has been recognized as one of the top data-driven cities in the nation. 

What Works Cities helps cities use data and evidence to tackle their most pressing challenges and improve residents’ lives. What Works Cities Certification assesses cities based on their data-driven decision-making practices, such as whether they are using data to set goals and track progress, allocate funding, evaluate the effectiveness of programs, and achieve desired outcomes from contracts with outside vendors. The program also measures whether cities are publicly and transparently communicating about their use of data and evidence. 

“Alex” is a character on our Open Data Portal that tells stories using Gilbert's data. Named after the Library of Alexandria, one of the largest and most significant libraries of the ancient world, “Alex” will help connect the dots on how to use our data on your own websites, applications, or research. 

Explore: alex.gilbertaz.gov 

The Open Data portal hosts data sets related to the themes of Community Safety, Growth and Development, Recreation and Culture, Finance and Operations and Transportation and Facilities. This online resource is an extension of Public Records and will proactively release data to increase transparency and ease of use for residents, local businesses, and Town staff.  

For more information on Gilbert's commitment to Open Data, check out the Open Data Administrative Procedure. 

Explore: data.gilbertaz.gov  

View: Open Data Administrative Procedure