1. Set the geographic frame before reviewing the numbers
Lake City is recorded as a municipality, with county relationships to Goodhue County and Wabasha County. That distinction matters when you decide what a location field means. A report that combines Lake City, either county or a wider Minnesota market may answer a different question from the one your partners are asking. The Census population estimate of 5,034 is not a forecast of legal need or marketing opportunity. It should not be used to predict calls, matters or revenue. Bosseo’s public ROI Dashboard description says the system can show rankings, leads and case-type data, including city data in its decision views. During evaluation, ask whether the geographic labels you see will distinguish Lake City from county and statewide activity.
Recommended approach
Agree on geographic definitions before accepting any dashboard view. Decide whether Lake City, Goodhue County, Wabasha County and Minnesota should be separate reporting choices, and ask how a lead’s location is determined. Treat the Census figure as context, not as a target or performance baseline.
