Increase the technical capacity of participating neighborhood organizations through training and support in the use of data, map creation, GIS project development

Provide data (City and other) in a user-friendly format that allows for maximum use and functionality by neighborhood organizations

Provide a tool that can be used to better inform housing strategies, plans, and evaluations

Improve relationships between neighborhoods and City staff through neighborhood involvement in project development and data quality measures

Bring together neighborhood organizations to share ideas and experiences in regards to data, mapping, and GIS

Make MNIS an integral part of neighborhood organizations' day-to-day work practices