| Community indicators are bits of information, collected annually, that tell stories about the place in which we live. The indicators show us where we stand today, and also where we’ve been. Community indicators don’t provide a comprehensive illustration of an issue, but rather, tell one important part of the story. Community indicators can:
- Help policy makers make informed decisions
- Initiate and inform dialogue about the community
- Highlight positive trends so that they may be maintained
- Detect negative trends early so that they may be addressed
The Community Report Card is a tool that our community can use to understand Sarasota County. The report is filled with indicators that reflect trends across many facets of community life.
In 2008, SCOPE sought to use the Community Report Card data as a springboard for community dialogue and action. This resulted in the Summit for Environmental Action in February 2008 and the ROLE Summit in October 2008. Both Summits were collaborative efforts bringing together diverse perspectives. Community-based action is ongoing. Click on the links at left for further information.
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