From Tools to Ecosystem: Polco’s Summer 2025 Product Release

Polco’s Summer 2025 Product Release wasn’t just about launching new features—it was about reimagining how local governments can work smarter, engage deeper, and act faster. Whether you’re a longtime partner or just learning about Polco, this release marks a turning point: Polco is evolving from a collection of civic tools into a complete, intelligent ecosystem for public sector performance.

A Smarter, Connected Future for Public Service

Alex Pedersen, Polco’s Co-founder and Head of Strategy, and Jim Schuett, VP of Product, unveiled powerful upgrades across Polco’s three core pillars: Track, Engage, and Assess (Benchmark Surveys). But this wasn’t just an update—it was a clear signal that Polco is building for the future of governance.

1. Track: More Than Dashboards—Now a Strategic Intelligence Engine

Polco’s Track Dashboards now offer:

• Peer Comparison Groups: View how your community stacks up against relevant cohorts, not just national averages.
  
  
• Interactive Maps and Predictive Modeling: Spot trends, anticipate outcomes, and plan with greater confidence.
  
  
• Goal Setting and Sharing: Set targets right on your dashboards and embed charts into council packets or public sites.

In short, Track is now a forward-looking command center for performance management and decision-making.

2. Engage: Your Civic Newsroom and Project Hub

The Engage module got a major overhaul to streamline public communication:

• Content Posts now combine updates, data, and engagement tools in one story-driven experience.
  
  
• Project Pages organize long-term initiatives—think downtown revitalizations, park expansions, or housing plans—into a single narrative.
  
  
• Redesigned Resident Feed makes it easier for people to participate and stay informed.

This turns public input into an ongoing conversation, not just a one-off survey.

3. Benchmark Surveys Reimagined

Polco’s gold-standard benchmark surveys (like The National Community Survey) are now even more accessible and actionable:

• Digital-first reports like the Rent Burden Report deliver instant insights.
  
  
• Survey data integration into Track and AI tools ensures that resident feedback directly fuels planning and strategy.
  
  
• Ready-To-Go survey packages make high-quality insights faster and more affordable to collect.

4. AI That’s Built for You—And With Your Data

AI isn’t an add-on—it’s now woven into the entire platform. Highlights include:

• Polly and Grace: AI agents for strategy and grant writing that work with your data.
  
  
• Bring Your Own Data: Upload PDFs, spreadsheets, or docs to create your own secure, AI-powered assistant tailored to your team.
  
  
• Embeddable AI Tools: Add Polco’s smart assistants directly to your website or intranet.

Everything is transparent, modular, and built with government oversight in mind.

A Platform Built on Your Input

From award-winning cities to small towns, Polco’s upgrades are shaped by the real needs of public leaders. Communities like Shakopee, LA Metro, Buffalo Grove, and Honolulu are already using the platform to inform policy, improve services, and build public trust.

This evolution supports a broader vision: helping governments close the loop from input to outcomes in a continuous performance cycle: engage residents, set goals, execute programs, and track progress all in one place. Polco is more than a platform, it’s a partner for smarter, more connected public service.

Ready to See It in Action?

As a thank you to the communities that have helped shape this release, and in celebration of Polco’s 10th Anniversary, Polco is offering 25% off all products through the end of July 2025.

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