Comments on: City of Calgary fraud allegations and a simple open data solution

By: James

James — Wed, 02 Jun 2010 07:41:50 +0000

I used to work for the City and when I did an RFP and contract I was told that once we signed the contract it became a public doccument.

I never tried to get a contact myself, but I remmember hearing stories about consultants reviewing the signed contracts to see how the accepted bid compared to theirs. So, there must be a way for people to see any signed contracts.

I do agree with the push for open data. Living in the shadows may be comfortable for some, but I think most people want to see that their work is making a difference.

By: Jeremy

Jeremy — Wed, 26 May 2010 02:28:40 +0000

Great post as well DJ!

By: Craig Burrows

Craig Burrows — Wed, 26 May 2010 00:25:38 +0000

Hi DJ,
Great suggestion that makes transparency very easy and inexpensive. It's good to have a fresh perspective on what's going on at City Hall.
Craig Burrows

By: mastermaq

mastermaq — Sat, 22 May 2010 04:16:26 +0000

I love it! Great post.

The situation in Calgary sort of reminds me of the external consultant story that surfaced here in Edmonton a few months ago. Millions and millions spent because no one was watching.

By: Mike Pal

Mike Pal — Fri, 21 May 2010 23:57:44 +0000

A very good solution. Transparency = accountability.

By: Enlightened Savage

Enlightened Savage — Fri, 21 May 2010 23:19:45 +0000

Sometimes the simplest solutions ARE the best ones. Well done, DJ.

By: apauloagrinaut

apauloagrinaut — Fri, 21 May 2010 23:19:41 +0000

Citizen sourcing & open data have a future in Calgary. Open the books and keep them open.

“Our band-aid is not working on this gunshot wound.” ~DJ Kelly