The document discusses the development of an interactive mapping application for the Long Island Index project using a hybrid "geo stack" approach. It combines proprietary ESRI ArcGIS software to manage spatial data with open source mapping libraries like OpenLayers to display interactive maps in the browser. The result is a website that allows users to visualize and explore socioeconomic and environmental indicators for communities on Long Island. It leverages different technologies to provide an easy-to-use and intuitive mapping experience while maintaining control over spatial data and cartography.

1. Open Source Web Architecture + Proprietary Map/Data Software = Rich Interactive Mapping Experience Presentation at Spring NEARC 2009 Steven Romalewski CUNY Mapping Service The Graduate Center / City University of New York Tuesday, May 12, 2009

6. See population or housing patterns in and around your community Page Spring NEARC 2009

7. Map education statistics district-by-district – NEW for 2009! Page Spring NEARC 2009

8. Add transportation routes, schools, environmental sites, special districts, and more Page Spring NEARC 2009

9. The transparency slider 0% transparent 50% transparent 100% transparent reveals what’s underneath Page Spring NEARC 2009

10. Compare aerial photos with Census and land use patterns 0% transparent 70% transparent 100% transparent Click on the red marker for a bird’s eye view Page Spring NEARC 2009

11. Explore regional views of key demographic indicators Page Spring NEARC 2009 You can zoom out to see the entire island, and then double-click on the list to zoom back in and see community-level detail.

12. For more info, contact: Spring NEARC 2009 Steven Romalewski CUNY Mapping Service at the Center for Urban Research The Graduate Center / CUNY 365 Fifth Ave., Room 6202 New York, NY 10016 Phone: 212-817-2033 www.urbanresearch.org [email_address]