Advisory Concerning the City of Chicago Data Portal

Executive Summary

An OIG inquiry has determined that the City does not comply with the requirements of Executive Order No. 2072-2 (E.O. 2072-2 or “the Order”), which governs the administration of the Chicago Data Portal. Additionally, in the course of several OIG projects, we have observed multiple issues that impact the Portal’s usability. As the City reengages with its open data strategy via the efforts of the Department of Assets, Information, and Services (AIS) and the movement of senior technology officers to the Mayor’s Office, we encourage it to focus on both meeting existing obligations and reviewing open data processes to improve accessibility, transparency, and accountability.