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File #: 2011-0660    Version: Name: Economic Development Web Application/ GIS Software
Type: MOTION Status: PASSED
File created: 10/12/2011 In control: Board of Trustees
On agenda: Final action: 11/21/2011
Title: /Name/Summary Economic Development Web Application/ GIS Software
Attachments: 1. Proposal
Title/Name/Summary
Economic Development Web Application/ GIS Software

History
The Village of Orland Park is continually evaluated as a viable business location and more than likely, the majority of that evaluation is done on-line. Therefore, it is important that Orland Park utilizes web-based software that is updated, accurate and user-friendly. Developed specifically for cities and counties, ZoomProspector Economic Development Web application is custom designed and developed to help any community compete online.

GIS Planning Inc.’s ZoomProspector Enterprise web applications provide comprehensive information to help new; expanding and relocating businesses find the optimal location for success in the community.

Using our Geographic Information System (GIS), ZoomProspector website tools provide access to in-depth information, including powerful real estate search, demographic analysis, industry reports, along with dynamic mapping tools. The applications are built upon proprietary GIS Planning and Google Maps technology, which offer state-of-the-art site selection analysis capabilities.

Some of the key communities that utilize ZoomProspector for their economic development initiatives include the City of Chicago, Elk Grove Village, City of Alton, City of Indianapolis, City of Minneapolis, and City of Austin, Texas. A list of all communities can be found on .

ZoomProspector helps businesses of any size to quickly find and qualify locations for specific needs.

Standard Features of the Web Application

Customized design
Integrated GIS and Google Maps
Content management system
Demographic Analysis
Business Report
Built-in integration with leading social media tools
Robust search engine optimization tools
Instruction and hosting
Website tracking through Google Analytics

A proposal and price quote prepared by GIS Planning Inc. is attached for review. The cost is $8,800 for the initial software, set-up and training. The annual ...

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