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Kit Wilson is an environmental land and geographic information systems consultant. He lives in Escondido. (North County Times)
County takesa lookback Jan 25, 2008
Finally, the Geographic Information Systems and Enhanced 911 divisions combined in July. The board also pointed out the many new projects that are already in the works for 2008, including the affiliation of Bladen County Hospital with Cape Fear Valley Health System on a lease and operating agreement, a pilot paramedic program, a wellness program for county employees and a guaranteed energy savings project to save energy in the countys buildings. (Elizabethtown Bladen Journal, NC)
Interactive map helps to promote Waterloo Jan 24, 2008
A recent graduate of the UW program in Geographic Information Systems, Cotting has invested more than 2,000 hours of time to develop a one-of-a-kind mapping tool for her hometown of 3,296 people. The map is composed of two sections, municipal and regional. (Watertown Daily Times, WI)
GETTING AHEAD Jan 21, 2008
Webb has experience in many disciplines, including fisheries, stream ecology, limnology, nutrient cycling, riparian ecology, wetland ecology, conservation biology, aquatic toxicology, nvironmental law and geographic information systems. Teresa Thomson has joined Morrison-Maierle Inc. in information systems and technology support. (Missoulian, MT)
NSRWA -- Help pass bond Jan 17, 2008
The NSRWA is asking you to join them in order to pass another environmental bond bill this year that incorporates a significant infusion of money for land protection and management, water quality, geographic information systems data, agriculture and more. They have signed on to a large coalition and are asking you to let your legislators know you support the environmental bond bill. (Marshfield Mariner, MA)
Council agrees to hire planner to help handle growth Jan 16, 2008
City leaders want a planner with training in urban planning, architecture, engineering or a related field, as well as with a working knowledge of zoning, building codes, grant administration, community assistance programs and geographic information systems. Owen said no salary amount has been set at this point because experience and expertise are the determining factors for that detail. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Commission reorganizes; discusses salaries Jan 16, 2008
Tellefson suggested tabling the issue until Scheer, Van Parys, Keyta Kelly, county counselor at large; and members of the Geographic Information Systems department could meet to discuss fees for records. Scheer suggested the commission review meal and mileage reimbursement. (Leavenworth Times, KS)
Reduced eye exams, glasses being offered Jan 12, 2008
SWODA was created to strengthen the economic and social development of the region through various specialized services such as the following: 911 Administration, Aging Services, Community and Economic Development, Geographic Information Systems, Rural Fire Defense and Workforce Development. For more news articles specific for southwest Oklahoma, visit. (Altus Times, OK)
MIDDLE SCHOOL DEALS WITH RUMORS THAT IT’S CLOSING Jan 11, 2008
It will base its proposals on data collected by an Ohio-based consulting firm, Cropper Geographic Information Systems. There is no official proposal at this point to close Sparrows Point Middle, the school s principal, John Foley, said last week. (Dundalk Eagle, MD)
Aviation ace 'takes off' Jan 9, 2008
The commissioners met with WTH Engineering representatives to discuss the distribution of geographic information systems (GIS) data. The engineers and commissioners discussed private companies using the data for reasons of obtaining a profit. (Rensselaer Republican, IN)
Around the Valley Jan 9, 2008
Nonprofit workshop setThe Institute for Nonprofit Capacity at United Way of Fresno County will host a workshop on how to work with online Geographic Information Systems to develop plans and proposals. The workshops are made possible through the California Rural Assistance Technology Education program and will be led by Darryl Rutherford, a community development specialist. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
Waterhouse-Graesser engagement Jan 3, 2008
She is currently a legal temp at Daktronics Inc., in Brookings, S.D. Graesser received a bachelor's degree in geography and geographic information systems and is pursuing a master's in geography from South Dakota State University. The future bride's parents are Randall and Renee Waterhouse of New Auburn. (Chetek Alert, WI)
Mapmaking For The Masses: User-generated Content Can Profoundly Impact Geographic Information Systems Jan 1, 2008
He concludes that collectively volunteered geographic information represents a dramatic innovation that will certainly have profound impacts on geographic information systems and more generally on the discipline of geography and its relationship to the general public ... 14, 2006) A report by the National Research Council urging educators to teach K-12 students to think spatially and use geographic information systems (GIS) to do so underscores the importance of educational. (Science Daily)
Cities begin preparing for 2010 census Dec 20, 2007
City employees will initially use lists, but may have to go door to door in some cases to resolve contradictions, said John Degrange, Temecula's director of geographic information systems. "We want to make sure that when 2010 rolls around ... we're as up to date with addresses as possible," Mackenzie said. (North County Times)
Transportation commission seeks $21M for Hwy 199 Dec 18, 2007
This augments the Chamber of Commerce's efforts to upgrade the geographic information systems software data systems and layers and to implement U Plan modeling. Marylee Mortenson, the senior planner for the Division of Transportation Planning in Sacramento, delivered a Power-Point presentation to the commission explaining the importance of blueprint planning. (Daily Triplicate)
Homelessness study presented at St. Vincent's tomorrow Dec 13, 2007
The center collects and maintains current and local economic/demographic data and utilizes geographic information systems (GIS) technology to generate maps and other presentation formats allowing users to understand growth, trends, and patterns with data. The Center for Regional Studies and the Bureau of Business and Economic Research are part of the University's College of Business. (KRNV.com, NV)
NCCC growth trend continues Dec 13, 2007
The board of trustees recently approved new programs that could begin as early as this fall, pending state approval: audio recording and production, baking and pastry arts, early childhood education, geographic information systems, massage therapy, restaurant management, spa management, tourism management and event planning and wine and beverage management. Latest News. (Buffalo Business First, NY)
Course helps Md. teens become better citizens Dec 11, 2007
The program gives students an overview during year one and then requires them to complete coursework in one of three areas during their junior and senior years: Homeland Security sciences, including chemical and biological threat identification; law enforcement and criminal justice, including evidence collection and enforcement; and information and communications technology, including Geographic Information Systems. Some other high schools offer homeland security classes, but Joppatowne is the... (USA Today)
Agricultural past a key to Arizona's future Dec 8, 2007
We couple this modeling technique to realistically changing digital landscapes, created from computer-mapping technology called geographic information systems. We are testing and refining this laboratory by simulating the ancient land-use practices that combined with natural changes in climate over the course of thousands of years to produce the Mediterranean landscapes we see today. (AZCentral -- News)
Doll will speak at Betty Strong Center Dec 5, 2007 Director of Energy to Leave Optimal Geomatics Inc. Dec 1, 2007 Foot-and-mouth Disease Could Cost Kansas Nearly A Billion Dollars Nov 30, 2007 Students effort will be valuable tool for Columbus Jct. Nov 30, 2007 Say Goodbye to the Car Chase? Nov 27, 2007 Eyesore options (64) Nov 25, 2007 Unusual and Marketable Majors Nov 19, 2007 Stewart Information Services Corporation Declares Annual Cash Dividend Nov 17, 2007 Commissioners approve speed limit change Nov 16, 2007 Outspoken ASU prof draws ire Nov 11, 2007 Geographic Information Systems demonstration at AES Nov 10, 2007 Recent Valley promotions and hires Nov 10, 2007 Company uses satellite imagery to judge crops Nov 9, 2007 Staccato Gold Appoints Exploration Manager Oct 24, 2007 Symposium experts share ideas for the state's future Oct 20, 2007 Raytheon recognizes math achievers Oct 18, 2007 4-H a part of life for rural Kewanee family Oct 13, 2007 Innovative Education Program Gets Two-Year Boost Oct 11, 2007 Map course gives students new perspective Oct 10, 2007 GW Brief: Geography professors plan to visit Ghana with grant Oct 1, 2007 Cache county appeals census Sep 29, 2007 Census dispute heads to D.C. Sep 28, 2007 BAER team assesses soil damage Sep 28, 2007 Local mapmaker plots retirement plans Sep 25, 2007 Cartographer takes top prize Sep 25, 2007 Oracle Sees Semantic Tech Solving Business Problems Sep 21, 2007 Your community in brief, Sept. 20 Sep 21, 2007 Mayor Hanks appoints new city Community Resources Director Sep 15, 2007 Geomatics Specialists Sep 13, 2007 Computerized data system thrills Titusville officials Sep 6, 2007 Business in Brief Sep 6, 2007 Greece Suffers More Fires In 2007 Than In Last Decade, Satellites Reveal Sep 4, 2007 New Evidence: Urbanization Did Not Originate With Centralized Political Power Sep 1, 2007 Bismarck Business People Sep 1, 2007 Wildfire camp a huge undertaking Aug 25, 2007 Researchers Track Declining Timber Rattlesnakes Aug 22, 2007 Geomatics Specialist Aug 21, 2007 Architecture firm changes its name Aug 20, 2007 Technology reveals new worlds to map Aug 13, 2007 Seats filled on Grover Planning Commission Aug 12, 2007 Faculty move into new digs at Palomar; Science building to welcome students Aug. 20 Aug 7, 2007 Commission denies special-use permit Jul 30, 2007 Africa: Mapping Can Save Forests, Say Scientists Jul 28, 2007 Questions, concerns about new addressing system answered Jul 20, 2007 County utilizing digital mapping online Jul 19, 2007 Technology aids fire crews Jul 16, 2007 AAEI is asking for support from the 8th District Jul 16, 2007 Satellite Survey Links Tropical Park Fires With Poverty And Corruption Jul 13, 2007 PSU will offer online geospatial program Jul 12, 2007 Fire Toolkit a boon for homeowners Jul 12, 2007 WDTI launches environmental program Jul 6, 2007 State grants help preserve local records Jul 1, 2007 BPW discusses Ann Street Bridge repairs ... 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Cowman is involved in the implementation of geographic information systems in South Dakota state government and assists local governments with GIS projects. Drop-in children's activities with Katie Helling will celebrate Siouxland's agricultural heritage from 1 to 4 p.m. Saturday. (Sioux City Journal, IO)
Woman, 26, charged in slaying of USM student Dec 1, 2007
Her son was a geography major with an emphasis in geographic information systems. May's mother said she's pleased there has been an arrest in the case. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Optimal applies the disciplines of surveying, mapping, remote sensing, geographic information systems (GIS), and global positioning systems (GPS) to provide solutions for engineering and geospatial professionals. This document may contain forward-looking statements. (CCNMatthews Press Releases)
6, 2006) A trio of Kansas State University researchers, using Geographic Information Systems technology, is collaborating with the state Department of Health and Environment and other state agencies to help. (Feb. (Science Daily)
COLUMBUS JUNCTION, Iowa A group of Columbus High School students taking a pilot geographic information systems class are earning both college and high school credit, while producing a valuable map. During Wednesday s Columbus Junction City Council meeting, council members heard from Katie Lewis, Columbus ag teacher and FFA adviser, who said her geographic information systems class had grown out of a collaboration of local teachers, Iowa State University Extension, Louisa County and Muscatine... (Muscatine Journal, IO)
In Santa Monica, Egilmez uses a tablet PC and his training in geographic information systems to track crime across the city. His criminal-activity maps are available to police officers on the street, who can use the pattern detection to find criminals, maybe even when they're striking. (Fox News)
The committee is asking the Geographic Information Systems office to conduct a land search for government-owned property that may be available for trade. Otherwise, Hess said zoning ordinances only apply to these grandfathered businesses if they build an addition with a footprint the size of at least 25 percent of all buildings already on the property. (Montana Standard, MT)
Geography students also learn how to use a sophisticated type of software called geographic information systems (GIS), which maps geographical trends over time. The ability to use GIS has become a very marketable skill that s needed by organizations ranging from the U.S. Census Bureau (to map population trends) to transportation agencies (to map traffic patterns) to environmental organizations (to map changes in the environment). (Suite101.com)
Stewart also provides post-closing lender services, automated county clerk land records, property ownership mapping, geographic information systems, property information reports, flood certificates, document preparation, background checks and expertise in tax-deferred exchanges. More information can be found at. (PR Newswire)
The next phase of the existing Geographic Information Systems (GIS) is planning an informational event, at 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Nov. 16 at the Jasper County Central Annex. Associate Commissioner Jim Honey was absent from the meeting Nov. 15. (Carthage Press, MO)
Since 2002, Balling has been director of ASU's master's degree program in geographic information systems ... Position: Professor of geography, Arizona State University; director of MAS-GIS, a professional-degree program in geographic information systems. (AZCentral -- News)
Fri Nov 09, 2007, 02:09 PM EST. Join Amesbury Elementary School teacher Bruce McBrien, Salem State professor of geography Keith Ratner, and Town Engineer Robert Desmarais for a GIS Night open house in the AES PC lab Thursday, Nov. 15 from 6:30 to 8 p.m.. (Amesbury News, MA)
Eric M. Priewe has joined RBF Consulting as geographic information systems project manager and associate in the firm's Phoenix office. Technology. (AZCentral -- Business)
Lanworth specializes in extracting information using Remote Sensing, Geographic Information Systems, Economic Modeling and Software Development. Founded in 2000, the company was formerly known as Forest One. (Minnesota Farm Guide, MN)
in Geographic Information Systems from Manchester Metropolitan University, U.K.. On behalf of the Board of Directors. (CCNMatthews Press Releases)
Orfield was introduced as "the most influential social demographer in America's burgeoning regional movement." An expert in geographic information systems (GIS) and the president and founder of Ameregis, a research and GIS firm based in Minnesota, he has done work on local, state and federal levels to gauge and report on growth and changes in cities and towns across the country. Orfield is a nationally renowned expert, recognized as an authority in the trends of changes within communities from... (Middletown Press, CT)
Ninth-grade math teacher Pamela St. Aimee said her classes will be using the new computers to learn about databases and geographic information systems. Climate change is a big issue and we want to build responsibility as well as knowledge, she said. (Marlborough Enterprise, MA)
Though typically thought of as an agriculturally focused organization as a result of its history, 4-H today encourages members to learn about many topics, such as youth leadership, youth-adult partnership, computers, geographic information systems, and public speaking. The foundations of 4-H began around the start of the 20th century. (Kewanee Star Courier, IL)
"The $1.2 million in initial funding from the NSF has already allowed the CREST team to provide some intensive training, but it's the participants who are taking this knowledge back to their communities and using it to address important local issues. We're all excited about being able to continue and expand this groundbreaking program." CREST's three technology strands, Geographic Information Systems (GIS), website design and digital ethnography, place database-management skills -- the... (PR Newswire)
Abraham, 16, is one of 60 students enrolled in a new Geographic Information Systems course at Valley Center and Fallbrook high schools that brings high-tech computer hardware and software used for environmental research and urban planning into the classroom ... With the help of Global Positioning System software and the computerized mapping database, provided by a Redlands-based Geographic Information Systems software company -- Environmental Systems Research Institute Inc. -- students learn how... (North County Times)
The grant, which is to be paid over five years, funds a project entitled "Health, Poverty and Place: Modeling Inequalities in Accra, Ghana Using Remote Sensing and Geographic Information Systems." The research is a collaborative effort between GW's Department of Geography, the San Diego State University Department of Geography and the Harvard University Department of Population and International Health. Rain and Engstrom's part of the project will take place in Accra, Ghana for three to four... (GW Hatchet, Washington DC)
Kent Braddy, the county's Geographic Information Systems coordinator, said other growing counties should be considering their own challenge. If county and city governments realized that their funding is based so heavily on federal census numbers, they'll pay more attention to it,'' he said. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Kent Braddy, the county s Geographic Information Systems coordinator, said the county s challenge could be setting a precedent for other counties in Utah. If county and city governments realized that their funding is based so heavily on federal census numbers, they ll pay more attention to it, Braddy said. (Logan Herald Journal, UT)
The teams consist of wildlife biologists, archaeologists, soil scientists, landscape architects, geologists, ecologists, engineers, foresters, botanists, and geographic information systems and global positioning systems specialists. The first step for the team is to do a soil severity assessment to determine where there are erosion concerns. (Big Bear Grizzly, CA)
"Dr. Hanigan has extensive experience at designing, planning and effectively executing major surveying, mapping and (geographic information systems) projects both nationally and internationally," stated Carolyn Merry, the chair of the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering and Geodetic Science at Ohio State, who nominated Hanigan for the award. The work Hanigan is most proud of is the seven and a half years (1990-1997) he spent in Egypt to modernize surveying and mapping for the... (Conroe Courier, TX)
His map competed against 14 others at a conference of geographic information systems specialists from the Pacific Northwest and western Canada. Hill was awarded a 25 gift card to REI, an outdoor gear and camping outlet. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Oracle is the leading supplier of database technology for geographic information systems ... It turns out that maps or geographic information systems use a mathematical model called a network model. (eSecurityPlanet)
The updated city of Albany street map won first place for best cartography in a competition among geographic information systems users in the Pacific Northwest and Western Canada. The competition took place at a conference for users of Environmental Systems Research Institute software, which provides the GIS software used by the city of Albany. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Thom, who starts Oct. 1, will head the newly created department of Community Resources, a department that will include code enforcement, human resources, community development, information technology and the geographic information systems divisions. In addition to 28 years in law enforcement, Thom has a master's degree in public administration, extensive knowledge of human resources, budgeting and management and will be a great asset to the city, according to Hanks. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
You'll support and provide technical leadership to numerous research programmes covering geomatics-related subjects such as Geographic Information Systems (GIS), geospatial data management, hydrographic surveying, photogrammetry, remote sensing and geodesy. You will also lead on individual work packages of specific programmes and act as Technical Advisor to the MOD stakeholder community on smaller programmes and projects that are contracted to industry. (Nature News Service)
Popular system Other cities in Brevard County, including Melbourne and Palm Bay, use Geographic Information Systems. Outside of Brevard, the city of Clearwater recently launched an interactive system that allows its residents to find statistics on crime, traffic accidents, building permits and garbage collection schedules. (Florida Today)
Bialek, who lives in Essex, has been a planner in Anne Arundel County as well as a geographic information systems analyst for Baltimore County. "I have a lot of technical experience which will help in the upcoming CZMP," she said. (Towson Jeffersonian, MD)
Such a capacity can help monitor fire hazard by integrating imagery into geographic information systems used by decision makers and actors in the field. On 29 August, the National Cadastral Organisation of Greece requested support from the International Charter in response to the fire events affecting the country. (Science Daily)
The researchers' work was based on observation of surface objects at the site, along with satellite imagery and Geographic Information Systems (GIS) spatial analysis. Surface artifacts included bits of broken pottery and other ancient garbage, which indicated to the archaeologists where the inhabitants of the city lived. (Science Daily)
Bartlett & West announced the promotion of Jason Fetch to geographic information systems project manager. In his new position, Fetch will be responsible for the management of GIS projects, ranging in size and complexity, for regional and rural water districts, municipalities, land development, State Water Commission, Department of Transportation, energy sector and other clients. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
As many as 70 full-color maps showing the fires come off the printers every day in the geographic information systems, or GIS, trailer. "We get a 300-foot roll of paper, and we go through at least one a day, and that's not counting what we print on 11-by-17's," said Steve Snell, a GIS specialist. (Helena Independent Record)
Western Carolina University researchers are using geographic information systems technology and radio transmitters to track timber rattlesnakes this fall to determine whether new mountain subdivisions and road-building are pushing an animal listed as a species of special concern toward the endangered list. A snake, after being released. (Science Daily)
You'll be part of a team contributing to research and development programmes covering geomatics-related subjects such as Geographic Information Systems (GIS), geospatial data management, hydrographic surveying, photogrammetry, remote sensing and geodesy. You'll also support technical governance and advice activities as appropriate on programmes and projects that are contracted to industry. (Nature News Service)
The name reflects the four types of business in which the company is involved: architecture, engineering, geographic information systems and surveying. And we want to be out in the forefront. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
As a geographic information systems analyst with Technology Associates, she works with the military to gather and assess data to help manage military facilities on the West Coast, including Camp Pendleton in California, where she is based ... Where maps were once confined to paper and ink, G.I.S., or geographic information systems, now use computers and software to link maps and databases. (International Herald Tribune -- Technology)
He is also a former program manager for Camp San Luis Obispo on behalf of Colorado State University, a monitoring coordinator for the Morro Bay Natural Estuary Program, an environmental scientist for the Regional Water Quality Control Board and a project manager for Geographic Information Systems at Titan Systems. Blum, a teacher and coach with Lucia Mar Unified School District, is an 11-year Grover Beach resident, the current president of United Surf Lifesaving and current Port San Luis Harbor... (Santa Maria Times)
Geographic information systems, a high-tech mapping program, also benefits from the new digs, said Francis ... "There's a lot of money invested here," she said, adding that she hopes the geographic information systems program will grow this year. (North County Times)
It is a black and white address grid with a gray roadway network, said Jeff Culbertson, Geographic Information Systems director. If we do it right, we can identify places and change it all at once, Dunn said. (Leavenworth Times, KS)
Geospatial technologies include global positioning systems (GPS) for capturing basic location data, remote sensing, which uses aerial photography, and geographic information systems (GIS), which analyse data to create maps. GIS expert Peter Ndunda, is currently running a mapping program with the nongovernmental Green Belt Movement in the Mount Kenya and Aberdares forests. (allAfrica.com)
David Bandi, geographic information systems manager with the GTPDD, answers a few commonly asked questions about E911 address changes here. Why change the address system that has been working for generations. (Webster Progress-Times, MS)
The Mississippi Coordinating Council for Remote Sensing and Geographic Information Systems along with the Mississippi Association of Supervisors presented Neshoba County with the up-to-date aerial photography last month ... Fisher is also Chair of the Mississippi Coordinating Council for Remote Sensing and Geographic Information Systems ... The Mississippi Coordinating Council for Remote Sensing and Geographic Information Systems was created by the Mississippi Legislature in 2003 and is... (Philadelphia Neshoba Democrat, MS)
On Sunday those fire fighters included Cherie Klein, a geographic information systems coordinator for the USFS from the Sequoia National Forest; Denny O'Neil, a fire captain from Cal Fire of San Luis Obispo; and Rich Strazzo, a captain from the Tuolumne Calaveras Unit of Cal Fire. According to O'Neil, an operation as large as Michelle's, which responded to Hurricane Katrina, is provided only when it is determined that local firefighting. (Santa Maria Times)
EARNS DEGREE: Allen Giebink, of Rolla, was awarded a bachelor of science degree in cartography and geographic information systems, at University of Wisconsin commencement exercises held in May in Madison. Comments. (Rolla Daily News, MO)
"Current integration of state-of-the-art remote sensing databases with Geographic Information Systems is allowing us to better evaluate the effectiveness of conservation efforts in tropical environments," Sanchez-Azofeifa said. While nearly all tropical countries have established parks to protect rainforests, not all have the political and economic means to enforce park boundaries and prevent illegal extraction of park resources. (Science Daily)
Bacastow said classes will include "geographic foundations of geospatial intelligence," "geographic information systems for the geospatial intelligence professional" and a virtual field exercise that allows student to apply what they've learned to help solve problems in simulated crisis situations. "The idea of the program is basically using technology as a tool to better understand the world around us," Schuckman said. (Daily Collegian, PA)
In addition, the researchers are using geographic information systems and Google Maps to display fire hazard information. There are no other sites like this that allow people to get suggestions for reducing fire risk that are targeted to their own homes, Faith Kearns, associate director of the Center for Fire Research and Outreach, said in the release. (Yreka Siskiyou Daily News, CA)
Students will take classes in mapping, global-positioning systems and geographic information systems. Courses in soil testing, water-quality management, concrete and asphalt will provide students with hands-on experience in materials testing. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
"From paper ledgers that are hundreds of years old to sophisticated geographic information systems, these records form the fabric of our past and they are too important to lose. Additionally, local governments need to be able to improve their records management in order to serve the public better," said Senator Saland in the press release announcing the grants. The following grants were awarded in Columbia County: +City of Hudson $13,731 +Columbia-Greene Community College $26,000 +Hudson Housing... (Hillsdale Independent, NY)
Digital-mapping projects being conducted by Mohawk Valley Geographic Information Systems is well under way. Zilkowski said that the DPW should have something to work with by the end of August. (Little Falls Evening Times, NY)
A year ago I didn't know much about geographic information systems (GIS) or Global Positioning Systems (GPS), but my curiosity about today's technology drove me to take a week- long class called CORSE at Cayuga Community College. Little did I know that this class was just the beginning. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Dawn Martin, a geographic information systems expert, teamed up last year with Scripps oceanographer Daniel R. Cayan to prepare a what-if map for central San Diego. The result depicted three scenarios, the worst being a 3-foot rise in sea level globally, a tide 4 feet higher than normal and a winter storm that produces 10-foot wave surges. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
The photos, coming from the Mississippi Coordinating Council for Remote Sensing and Geographic Information Systems, in cooperation with the Mississippi Association of Supervisors, are up-to-date, high resolution digital images taken from airplanes as they took flights over the county ... will enable officials to make more informed decisions in a variety of areas, said Trudy Fisher, Chair of the Mississippi Coordinating Council for Remote Sensing and Geographic Information Systems and Executive... (Columbus Commercial Dispatch, MS)
1 million for the county's Geographic Information Systems department. The debate. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
The committee also voted to pay Ray Schmeider and Associates for geographic information systems (GIS) work not to exceed 30,000 a year. Schmeider said he had been working for parish government without a contract and that the parish owed him more than 17,000 for services rendered. (Gonzales Ascension Citizen, LA)
Businesses increasingly use cutting-edge technology -- such as global positioning systems (GPS), geographic information systems (GIS) and predictive modeling -- to map sites and decide which spots are the best to search for artifacts and those not worth the effort. Far Western keeps four GIS technicians busy creating maps. (Sacramento Business Journal, CA)
It is a pioneer in embedded Geographic Information Systems (GIS) that enable a more accurate assessment of properties beyond what is recorded by street address alone. "While many organizations have amassed considerable digital content, it is the power of GIS-embedded applications that truly leverages content into valuable decision support information that can be used on a broad scale," said DMP CEO Jim Skurzynski. (PR Newswire)
Stewart also provides post-closing lender services, mortgage default management solutions, automated county clerk land records, property ownership mapping, geographic information systems, property information reports, flood certificates, document preparation, background checks and expertise in tax-deferred exchanges. More information can be found at. (PR Newswire)
Other shared services under consideration include geographic information systems, health insurance and fleet management. advertisement. (The Pilot Newspaper)
specializes in "geographic information systems" software, which is used to do such things as mapping tax assessment districts. Hart InterCivic says it intends to assimilate Farragut's technology with its own so it has more to offer customers. (Austin Business Journal, TX)
Health planning, at minimum, requires the integration of community health profiles and geographic information systems products. It is the interpretation of these, along with policy development and analysis of alternative data sources, such as marketing data, that allows a community to determine its health status, resource allocation, and evaluation of programs. (Suite101.com)
Jimmy Chou (Po), director of the Geographic Information Systems Research Center at Feng Chia University, pointed to the need for a grid monitoring platform. Only through such a system, he said, could geographical information from different government organizations be integrated in a way that allows for efficient monitoring. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Taiwan)
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