Mapping and data tools are essential for local governments, helping inform better planning, decision-making, and resource management. MORPC’s Data & Mapping team specializes in making spatial data accessible and easy to use through a variety of platforms and technologies. Explore the tools, maps, and resources available to support your work across the region.
- Leaders Listen Survey Series – Learn about area residents’ perceptions and priorities for transportation, sustainability, housing, and economic development.
- Population Resource Hub – Reference local and regional population estimates and forecasts to inform your planning and drive decision-making.
- Mid-Ohio Open Data (M.O.O.D.) – Access the core transportation and planning web maps and geospatial data sets needed for your next project.
- Insights – Explore expertly curated regional, county, and community trends for transportation, sustainability, and housing through an interactive, user-friendly interface.
Community Engagement
- The Regional Data Roundtable (RDR) is a top-level advisory roundtable consisting of data experts representing the public, private, nonprofit, and academic sectors. The members evaluate and advise the Commission and MORPC staff on matters of regional importance pertaining to data. The RDR vision is to make Central Ohio a leader in using data to improve the quality of life for all residents
- The Central Ohio GIS User Working Group (COGUG) holds a quarterly meeting of regional geospatial information systems users and information consumers. Members get the latest updates on new data sets and updated software and tools. MOPRC staff and members share project successes and best practices to advance the state of spatial analytics in the Central Ohio Region.
- The Regional Information and Data Working Group (RIDG) holds a quarterly meeting of regional data professionals and subject matter experts. Members learn about the latest research, tools, and techniques. MORPC Staff and members share project learnings and improved methods to advance data management and analysis practices across the Central Ohio Region.