CONNECTINGNYC INC Information

We offer assistance to New York City residents and organizations seeking to establish or enhance their dotNeighborhoods. Application Preparation - For those starting out we provide neighborhood analysis and theme discernment: interviewing stakeholders and offering an assessment of the level of emphasis on tourism, business, and civic themes. Business Model - With the selection of a viable business model critical, we can project name sales, advertising, and other possible revenue and recommend operating model. Tech - Software and hosting services must match the business model. We facilitate access to a moderately priced WordPress host or custom CMS design. Wiki - A neighborhood's memory is best preserved using a collaborative wiki. We can assist with wiki installation and training residents in its use. Training - We offer individual and group training services with CMS (Content Management System) operation, content identification, design, and development, forum moderation, API setup and usage, and wiki editing sessions. Collaborations - We are exploring opportunities for trans neighborhood civic collaborations and business ventures, e.g., advertising sales. Compliance - To demonstrate compliance with city content regulations we offer audits and reporting services. Governance Alignment - With a not-for-profit operation a minimum qualification requirement, dotNeighborhood operators will find it helpful to organize public engagement processes that enable participation by all stakeholders.