Data mining is a contentious topic, and while many feel strongly about it, a local non-profit is working to take what is available and use it to its benefit. 

Executive Director of the DeWitt County Development Council, Curt Homann, explains they would be tracking the movement of people and would only receive the grouped data, not individual data. This would allow them to determine when people are most frequently visiting the County, how long they stay, and where they are traveling to most often.

This project is going to be very expensive, but Homann indicates they just received more funding for it thanks to a grant; however, they are still looking for a way to cover roughly $5,000. 

When it comes to putting the information they would receive into practice, Homann hopes to split it up into sectors - then the DCDC could assist local businesses based on the traffic in their area. 

They are very close to making this idea a reality. Homann hopes DeWitt County businesses will see the potential value of this service and consider helping to cover the remaining costs.