Sunday, October 18 & Monday, October 19, 2015
8:30 AM - 5:00 PM both days.
Instructors: David Howes & Jason Pardy – GISPD.com
Description: Depending on your interests and needs, you can think of Esri’s ArcGIS for Desktop as a rich set of GIS functionality made available through the standard Windows mechanisms of menu items, buttons and forms, along with a comprehensive set of geoprocessing tools. For some users, this “out-of-the-box” functionality provides all the capabilities they need to be successful. Other users may find it helpful to complement what’s provided, for example, to take a process they have to repeat frequently and reduce it from, say, 20 clicks of the mouse to one or two clicks and, thus, save their time for other tasks. Alternatively, they may want to extend the capabilities of the software, building on what’s already there to provide new geoprocessing functionality. However, while this may sound appealing, the reality is that many users find the thought of customizing the software or creating their own tools quite intimidating. Through this workshop, we aim to show that this need not be the case.
The goal of the workshop is to show how to extend the ArcGIS for Desktop functionality by using Python and the Microsoft .NET development framework with the C# programming language to create geoprocessing tools that can run as standalone programs or operate inside the software. Standalone programs will be created as Python scripts and .NET form applications. For tools that run within the software, the focus will be on Python geoprocessing tools and Python and .NET add-ins.
Day one of the workshop will cover geoprocessing tools, starting with Python in the morning and continuing with .NET in the afternoon. Day two will cover add-ins, with the same progression from Python to .NET. Attendees will be able to leave the workshop having a strong basis for recognizing and pursuing their customization needs, increasing the value of their ArcGIS investment and enhancing their standing and employability as GIS professionals.
Learning Objectives:
Intended Audience: GIS professionals familiar with ArcGIS for Desktop and Python programming in ArcGIS.
Student Requirements: None - Students are not required to bring their own laptops.
Class Size: Limited to 50 students.
Cost: $495 if registered for the conference. $595 if not registered for the conference.
(NW-2) Interoperable Web GIS Solutions with Free & Open Source Geospatial Software
Sunday, October 18 & Monday, October 19, 2015
8:30 AM-5:00 PM both days
Instructor: Karsten Vennemann - Terra GIS LTD
Description: Interoperable Web GIS Solutions built on Free and Open Source Geospatial software (FOSS4G) offer very effective means of delivering reliable, modern, standard compliant and flexible solutions. They can be used as stand-alone applications or in conjunction with proprietary systems. Especially over the last years FOSS4G have become a viable alternative to proprietary software, and implementing GIS with FOSS helps to meet budget challenges.
The class will introduce three open source software components as the building blocks that make up a powerful OS web GIS: MapServer (Map rendering engine), PostGIS (spatial data base) and OpenLayers (Java Script based map viewer). The main focus of the class will be hands-on exercises with the goal that every participant will become familiar with the basics of MapServer, PostGIS and OpenLayers. During the class there will be ample opportunity for discussions and question and answer sessions. The final goal is for each participant to set up (with the instructor's guidance) and customize a basic but functioning Web GIS system running on their own laptop (which participants need to bring and use in class).
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Requirements: Students must bring a laptop computer.
Class size: Limited to 10 students.
Cost: $600 if registered for the conference. $795 if not registered for the conference.
Prior to 2014, we would scatter committee and division meetings throughout the conference program, but that means that many of URISA's great volunteers are unable to attend the educational sessions. So we have organized one big room so that all divisions can meet in small groups on Sunday afternoon and report their activities and needs to their colleagues and leadership, so everyone hears the same thing.
Interested members who wish to find out more about committee activities are also encouraged to attend to discover opportunities within the organization.
(NW-4) ArcGIS Pro (1/2 day afternoon workshop)
Sunday, October 18, 2015 1:00-5:00 PM
Instructor: John Sharrard – Esri
This workshop is CLOSED!
Description: The 10.3 release of ArcGIS for Desktop includes ArcGIS Pro. This is a new desktop application for 2D/3D mapping, editing, visualization, and spatial analysis. This workshop will introduce functionality in this new and exciting desktop application. The workshop will consist of a combination of presentation, demonstration, and hands-on exercises.
Instructor: John Sharrard is currently GIS Solutions Engineer for Esri . He has been working in the GIS field for 28 years. The first seven years were with the State Of Oregon and the last twenty-one years have been with Esri. John concentrates on Web GIS, 3D GIS, Local Government, Land Records, and Transportation solutions. John is a graduate from the GeoScience program at Oregon State University.
Requirements: ArcGIS Pro requires an ArcGIS Online organizational account to start the application. Participants are encouraged to use their existing accounts or a temporary one will be provided. Participants may bring their own MXDs and data to import into ArcGIS Pro. Students are expected to bring their own laptop.
Class size: Limited to 20 students.
Cost: $75
Geocache Poker Stroll
Sunday, October 18 —7:00 PM
On Sunday evening, meet old friends and make new ones as the conference presents the annual Geocache Poker Stroll. Clues and GPS coordinates to notable establishments will be provided to you as you wander downtown Spokane in teams. At each destination, beverages will be available for purchase if you so desire. The rules are simple:
Emergency Preparedness for GIS (1/2 day morning workshop)
Monday, October 19, 2015, 8:30 AM-12:00 Noon
Instructors: Sandi Stroud & Theresa Martin, GISP
Description: As GIS goes from being a silo technology in an organization to an integrated enterprise solution, there is a pressing need for cross training on the non-technical disciplines GIS staff is being asked to support. Specifically, public safety (emergency management, police and fire services) and the ridged work flows which accompany their daily duties, often prove foreign to those unfamiliar with these specific disciplines. In order to accommodate their needs in a time-sensitive situation, out experience is that by taking the 'GIS' out of the analyst-emergency responder relationship is the best approach. The key is to arm the GIS professional with enough knowledge so they can effectively discern the needs of the incident commander and quickly produce the spatial document(s) which best support decision making in an emergency.
This workshop is divided into two parts:
Learning Objectives:
Introduction to Public Participation GIS
Monday, October 19, 2015, 8:30 AM-5:00 PM
Instructors: Judy Colby-George, GISP & Laxmi Ramasubramian, PhD, AICP
Description: As GIS becomes more widely available, many organizations and community groups are taking GIS out of the back room and are using it in public settings. Using GIS technology to engage various “publics” in decision making requires more than traditional technical GIS skills.
This course focuses on the process of entering into this type of engagement. It will also review how GIS techniques and software can be adapted for use in community settings. Using real world examples, the course will explore both government and community-led projects that encourage citizen participation and engagement. Although this workshop will be focused on PPGIS within North America our case studies will illustrate the wide variability in the presence of governmental, societal, and technological infrastructure in different communities.
Specific topics include:
Learning Objectives: Participants should come away from the class with a broad understanding of the key concepts and project design objectives related to PPGIS. Participants will come away with knowledge of how to incorporate various aspects of geospatial technology into participatory projects.
Intended Audience: Individuals who have GIS experience and want to expand their skills to reach out and engage the public. Participants should be well versed in GIS general practices and analysis.
Requirements: Individuals will not need any specific equipment; but since this is a class about participation, participants should be prepared to participate.
Cost: Free with conference registration; $195 for workshop only
Cartography and Map Design
Monday, October 19, 2015, 8:30 AM-5:00 PM
Instructors: Greg Babinski, GISP & Patrick Jankanish
Description: An effective map portrays a place, delivers a message, or reveals a pattern with representational accuracy and visual clarity. How to make that happen is the subject of this workshop, which gives GIS practitioners the practical information and techniques needed to create effective, successful maps in any display medium.
Learning Objectives:
Intended Audience: This workshop is designed for individuals who are new to GIS and mapmaking, and for experienced GIS analysts who have not had specific training in cartography but need to create maps to support GIS data analysis and display. It will also be useful for GIS managers who wish to understand how to supervise cartographic projects effectively.
Requirements: None
Cost: Free with conference registration; $195 for workshop only
Description: Depending on your interests and needs, you can think of Esri’s ArcGIS for Desktop as a rich set of GIS functionality made available through the standard Windows mechanisms of menu items, buttons and forms, along with a comprehensive set of geoprocessing tools. For some users, this “out-of-the-box” functionality provides all the capabilities they need to be successful. Other users may find it helpful to complement what’s provided, for example, to take a process they have to repeat frequently and reduce it from, say, 20 clicks of the mouse to one or two clicks and, thus, save their time for other tasks. Alternatively, they may want to extend the capabilities of the software, building on what’s already there to provide new geoprocessing functionality. However, while this may sound appealing, the reality is that many users find the thought of customizing the software or creating their own tools quite intimidating. Through this workshop, we aim to show that this need not be the case.
The goal of the workshop is to show how to extend the ArcGIS for Desktop functionality by using Python and the Microsoft .NET development framework with the C# programming language to create geoprocessing tools that can run as standalone programs or operate inside the software. Standalone programs will be created as Python scripts and .NET form applications. For tools that run within the software, the focus will be on Python geoprocessing tools and Python and .NET add-ins.
Day one of the workshop will cover geoprocessing tools, starting with Python in the morning and continuing with .NET in the afternoon. Day two will cover add-ins, with the same progression from Python to .NET. Attendees will be able to leave the workshop having a strong basis for recognizing and pursuing their customization needs, increasing the value of their ArcGIS investment and enhancing their standing and employability as GIS professionals.
Learning Objectives:
Intended Audience: GIS professionals familiar with ArcGIS for Desktop and Python programming in ArcGIS.
Student Requirements: None - Students are not required to bring their own laptops.
Class Size: Limited to 50 students.
Cost: $495 if registered for the conference. $595 if not registered for the conference.
(NW-2) Interoperable Web GIS Solutions with Free & Open Source Geospatial Software
Day Two, Monday, October 19 • 8:30am - 5:00pm
Instructor: Karsten Vennemann - Terra GIS LTD
Description: Interoperable Web GIS Solutions built on Free and Open Source Geospatial software (FOSS4G) offer very effective means of delivering reliable, modern, standard compliant and flexible solutions. They can be used as stand-alone applications or in conjunction with proprietary systems. Especially over the last years FOSS4G have become a viable alternative to proprietary software, and implementing GIS with FOSS helps to meet budget challenges.
The class will introduce three open source software components as the building blocks that make up a powerful OS web GIS: MapServer (Map rendering engine), PostGIS (spatial data base) and OpenLayers (Java Script based map viewer). The main focus of the class will be hands-on exercises with the goal that every participant will become familiar with the basics of MapServer, PostGIS and OpenLayers. During the class there will be ample opportunity for discussions and question and answer sessions. The final goal is for each participant to set up (with the instructor's guidance) and customize a basic but functioning Web GIS system running on their own laptop (which participants need to bring and use in class).
Requirements: Students must bring a laptop computer.
Class size: Limited to 10 students.
Cost: $600 if registered for the conference. $795 if not registered for the conference.
(NW-5) Building Native Apps with ArcGIS- With or Without Programming (1 day workshop)
Monday, October 19, 2015, 8:30 AM-5:00 PM
Instructors: Scott Moore and Shane Clarke – Esri
Description: AppStudio for ArcGIS is a new product from Esri that lets you build Mapping Apps that run natively across multiple platforms: OS X, Windows, iOS, Android, Windows Phone and Linux. In this hands-on workshop you will learn how to build your own Apps using the different App Templates available – without any programming. We will also introduce the extensibility framework of AppStudio for ArcGIS so you can learn how to modify existing templates and even create your own Apps from scratch – with programming. Both developers and non-developers will benefit from this workshop.
Prerequisites: No programming experience is needed for building native apps using the different app templates. Some previous programming experience with declarative languages (JavaScript, XAML, MXML are great starting points) is required for modifying existing templates or building your own app from scratch. We will use QML to develop Apps, although previous knowledge of QML is not required.
Requirements: Bring your own laptop (Windows or Mac). You will install AppStudio for ArcGIS on it and develop your own Apps. Feel free to bring your own tablet and smartphone to test your Apps. Unfortunately for this workshop, loaner or classroom machines are NOT provided or available. You must bring your own.
Class size: Limited to 20 students.
Cost: $100
GIS Strategic Planning
Monday, October 19, 2015, 8:30 AM -5:00 PM
Instructors: Rebecca Somers, GISP and Allen Ibaugh, GISP
Description: Strategic planning is a vital tool for all geospatial programs, at any stage of development. An effective strategic plan is crucial to ensuring that a GIS program gets started right. As a GIS program matures, strategic planning methods are important tools for program management, program review, responding to change, and solving problems. An effective strategic plan will help you win program approval and funding, ensure that program goals and return on investment are achieved, and keep a program on track in a changing environment.
This course teaches strategic planning methods and tools in the context of developing and managing a GIS program. Participants will learn how to successfully select and apply appropriate methods for a variety of situations.
Specific topics include:
Learning Objectives:
Intended Audience: GIS managers and staff, GIS users and program participants, and managers, executives, and other professionals who are involved with GIS programs.
Requirements:
Cost: Free with conference registration; $195 for workshop only
Business Intelligence and Data Integration for the GIS Professional
Monday, October 19, 2015, 8:30 AM-5:00 PM
Instructors: Carl Anderson, GISP and Clare Brown, GISP
Description: This workshop covers the general topics of Business Intelligence (BI) and Data Integration (DI) and ways to add a spatial component to BI and DI systems. It will give GIS professionals the knowledge to identify and leverage opportunities to enhance decision support through interaction with existing Business Intelligence frameworks or by implementing a new Business Intelligence framework.
Business Intelligence is the ability of organizations to collect, maintain, and organize data. BI technologies provide historical, current and predictive views of business operations. The goal of business intelligence deployments if to support better business decision-making, something that all organizations, especially ones with an enterprise GIS, or ones working towards a full enterprise implementation, can benefit from.
Data integration involves combining data residing in different sources and providing users with a unified view of these datas. GIS is a core user of data from multiple sources. Learn key ways to integrate data from multiple sources in order to enhance your GIS functionality and leverage the power of external (to GIS) data sources.
Learning Objectives:
Intended Audience:
Requirements:
Cost: Free with conference registration; $195 for workshop only
Deploying Mobile Solutions
Monday, October 19, 2015, 8:30 AM-5:00 PM
Instructors: Tripp Corbin, GISP & Keri Brennan, GISP
Description: One way to meet demands for providing superior service levels and operational efficiencies under tightening budget constraints is to leverage new technology that places GIS data in the hands of field crews. This allows for improved management and better maintenance of work processes to properly appraise infrastructure assets and to meet service request response times. This workshop is designed to provide local government managers with practical guidelines for building an effective mobile GIS program across multiple departments.
Specific topics include:
Learning Objectives:
Intended Audience: Supervisors and managers responsible for public works operations. GIS and IT department managers interested in mobilizing user applications and Mobile GIS project managers.
Requirements:
Cost: Free with conference registration; $195 for workshop only
NG9-1-1 and the GIS Workflow (1/2 day afternoon workshop)
Monday, October 19, 2015,1:00 - 5:00PM
Instructors: Sandi Stroud
Description: This workshop is aimed at the GIS professional who is currently supporting or may support their emergency communications division in the future. In a fully operational next generation 911 system, GIS is the core component in determining how a 911 call is routed to the correct public safety answering point (PSAP). This will have profound impacts on local maintenance workflows, local data access, and data fidelity. We recognize there is a sincere lack of education available aimed at the GIS professional who may not be as versed with the 911 terminology or needs. This workshop is intended to provide an overview of next generation 911, GIS’ role in such a system, the implications on local workflows, and illustrate common pain points and sources of errors in local GIS datasets.
Learning Objectives:
Intended Audience: GIS Managers, Emergency Management and Public Safety professionals.
Requirements: None
Cost: Free with conference registration; $95 for workshop only
No matter if you’ve been to the conference every year or if this is your first time…come to this informal gathering to meet fellow attendees and have some fun! Think “pictionary,” but for maps! Teams will be formed to recreate a map. The team with the best recreated map (according to the audience) will win a prize!
Participate in a Story Map Contest for GIS-Pro & NWGIS 2015 attendees! Entries are due by October 6. For details click here.
Moderator: Linda Davis, Idaho Dept of Water Resources, Boise, ID
What Surveyors need to know about GIS, and what GIS Professionals need to know about the practice of survey.
Moderator: Glenn O'Grady, GISP, URISA Past President, Encinitas, CAExplore Esri software offerings and get free training at the Hands-on Learning Lab. The Learning Lab offers self-paced training sessions (approximately 45 minutes each) featuring a recorded presentation and an interactive exercise. Esri instructors are available to answer your questions.
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Enjoy a lunch buffet while we begin with the Vendor Spark session. It’s an opportunity for you to hear highlights from each exhibitor at the conference. What sets one company apart from another? Why should you stop by their booth? What cool giveaways do they have? You won’t hear long-winded sales pitches during this session. Short but sweet is the name of the game!
We are then pleased to present a stellar line-up of luncheon presentations. Individual presentations (15-20 minutes in duration) will be made a bit more informally at a lunch table instead of at a podium. The format offers the opportunity for in-depth discussion, Q&A about the topic being presented. There are still opportunities to present in this session. Share your project successes, tips and trips, in this comfortable venue. Email Pat Francis with your presentation idea!
This session will explore geospatial technologies for the implementation of enterprise level transportation information mapping systems , state level route prioritization processes, and, the development of statewide all road network datasets.
Moderator: Allen Ibaugh, AICP, GISP, Data Transfer Solutions, Orlando, FL
Ashley Littell Hitt, GISP, Connected Nation, Bowling Green, KY
Kevin Mickey, GISP, The Polis Center-IUPUI, Indianapolis, IN
Explore Esri software offerings and get free training at the Hands-on Learning Lab. The Learning Lab offers self-paced training sessions (approximately 45 minutes each) featuring a recorded presentation and an interactive exercise. Esri instructors are available to answer your questions.
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We will discuss current certification options and tips to successfully passing certification exams and an open source geospatial certification model related to the Geospatial Technology Competency Model (GTCM).
Moderator: Cindy Post, GISP, City of Leduc, Leduc, AB - Canada
Since 1980, URISA's EXEMPLARY SYSTEMS IN GOVERNMENT (ESIG) AWARDS have recognized extraordinary achievements in the use of geospatial information technology that have improved the delivery and quality of government services. Single Process Systems in this category are outstanding and working examples of applying information system technology to automate a specific SINGLE process or operation involving one department or sub-unit of an agency. The system application results in extended and/or improved government services that are more efficient and/or save money.
Moderator: Corey Halford, GISP, City of Airdrie, Canada
Single Process Distinguished System
Mobile Voter Line Wait Application
Tim Nolan, GISP, Collin County, TX
Single Process Distinguished System
Calgary Automated Survey Plan Verification and Reporting (CASPER)
Arne Svedahl, Cadastral GeoSpatial Asset Management, City of Calgary , Alberta Canada
Explore Esri software offerings and get free training at the Hands-on Learning Lab. The Learning Lab offers self-paced training sessions (approximately 45 minutes each) featuring a recorded presentation and an interactive exercise. Esri instructors are available to answer your questions.
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The GeoTech Center and URISA are pleased to showcase the finalists in the 2015 Undergraduate Geospatial Technology Skills Competition. The intent of the competition is to showcase the geospatial technology skills of U.S. undergraduate students. Come and check out the future geospatial stars! (Note that this session will likely extend to 5:30 PM)
Moderators:
Adam Dastrup, GISP, Salt Lake Community College, South Jordan, UT
Scott Jeffrey, GISP, Community College of Baltimore County, Catonsville, MD
245 West Main, Spokane WA 99201
Event at Post Street Ale House on Tuesday, October 20 from 6:00 - 9:00 pm for WA-URISA Chapter members.
Address
Post Street Ale House
1 N Post St, Spokane, WA 99201
6:30 – 7:15pm: Networking Social
7:15 – 7:30pm: News and Announcements
7:30 – 8:15pm: Lightning Talks
8:15 – 9:00pm: Raffle and Networking Social
Feeling energetic? Meet your fellow running enthusiasts at 6:00 AM in the hotel lobby for a leisurely 5K jog along the river. Then head to the Awards Breakfast to replace all of those calories you burned! (This unorganized run does not require a fee and is not covered by URISA's liability insurance.)
It will still be dark at 6 AM, so if you have a head lamp or flashlight please bring it along with you.
All AICP
The majority of applications for GIS are tailored for a small group of people. Today we want to show case a few examples where that is not the case. Stop by to learn how citizens have been empowered through mapping interfaces as well as examples of a vehicle location system (AVL) implemented within the City of Montrose.
Moderator: Keri Brennan, GISP, The Schneider Corporation, Indianapolis, IN
Since 1980, URISA's EXEMPLARY SYSTEMS IN GOVERNMENT (ESIG) AWARDS have recognized extraordinary achievements in the use of geospatial information technology that have improved the delivery and quality of government services.
Single Process Systems in this category are outstanding and working examples of applying information system technology to automate a specific SINGLE process or operation involving one department or sub-unit of an agency. The system application results in extended and/or improved government services that are more efficient and/or save money.
Enterprise Systems in this category are outstanding and working examples of using information systems technology in a multi-department environment as part of an integrated process. These systems exemplify effective use of technology yielding widespread improvements in the process(es) and/or service(s) involved and/or cost savings to the organization.Moderator: Ryan Bowe, GISP, Quantum Spatial, Lexington, KY
Explore Esri software offerings and get free training at the Hands-on Learning Lab. The Learning Lab offers self-paced training sessions (approximately 45 minutes each) featuring a recorded presentation and an interactive exercise. Esri instructors are available to answer your questions.
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Moderator: Alexandra Diana Rodriguez , CDM Smith, Chicago, IL
Attention Planners! This session is especially designed for you, but GIS professionals in planning departments – you’ll definitely want to mark your schedule to attend this very special session as well! This session was developed to combine both the legal and ethical responsibilities for a Certified Planner, or a planner preparing for certification testing, in understanding how to avoid perceived and/or actual misuse of “knowledge and power.” Come learn about these two very important aspects of planning through a panel of experts and fun/interactive audience case scenarios.
Participants of this session will learn:
Presenters:
Teresa Townsend, AICP, Planning Communities, Raleigh, NC
Ed Wells, GISP, Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA), Washington, DC
Kelly Alfaro Haugen, Thurston GeoData Center
The Cloud sometimes seems like it is millions of miles from the desktop or work in the field, however, these sessions will clear up common misconceptions and will shine light on solutions to your everyday hurdles. Come check out details about the OpenData Portal, Web and Mobile GIS, and the integration of ArcGIS Online, Deskto and CAD.
Moderator: Jill Ballard, City of Yakima, Yakima, WA
Explore Esri software offerings and get free training at the Hands-on Learning Lab. The Learning Lab offers self-paced training sessions (approximately 45 minutes each) featuring a recorded presentation and an interactive exercise. Esri instructors are available to answer your questions.
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Hexagon Geospatial offers a semi-automated Change Detection workflow using the ERDAS IMAGINE product that automates change detection at the parcel, polygonal, or grid level. Through the use of old and new image data, this tool provides calculated likelihood of change based on spectral values. It can detect changes representing swimming pools, parking lots, roof differences, vegetation differences, or ground cover differences. Thus, this product can be used in detecting property changes due to improvement, environmental changes over time, or changes due to natural disasters. Users review the parcels, polygons, or grids from a queued list that is ordered by likelihood of change. Therefore those parcels, polygons, or grids with the most relevant changes can be focused on first. Attendees can participate in the workshop with an installation of IMAGINE 2015*.Come join us for a workshop on this exciting new technology.
Please contact Justin.byrd@hexagongeospatial.com to arrange an installation of IMAGINE 2015 for this workshop.All AICP
All AICP
The world of GIS is evolving at an unprecedented and increasing rate. As a result, GIS professionals are constantly being challenged to enhance their capabilities and must find effective and efficient ways to adapt as the field advances. In this session, presenters will share their perspectives and engage the audience to collectively consider not only the accompanying technical trends, but also the associated professional development needs. A goal of the session will be to contribute to an ongoing discussion on how to adapt to the evolving GIS world and help the GIS professional be successful in the coming years.
Moderator: Luke Boggess, GISP, URISA Alaska, Anchorage, AK
Presenters:
Explore Esri software offerings and get free training at the Hands-on Learning Lab. The Learning Lab offers self-paced training sessions (approximately 45 minutes each) featuring a recorded presentation and an interactive exercise. Esri instructors are available to answer your questions.
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This session Will explore the utility of geospatial technologies and techniques in improving health care quality, examining the spatial and non-spatial factors in heath care accessibility, and look at GIS as a participatory tool for environmental advocacy.
Moderator: Hilary Perkins, GISP, City of Maryland Heights, Maryland Heights, MO
The Geospatial Data Act was introduced to improve the coordination and use of geospatial data. The panel will discuss the significance and timeliness of this Act, what the Act will do for the GIS community, and what possible change should be made to the bill.
Moderator: Pam Bond, IGC-EC Chair, Idaho Geospatial Council - Executive Committee, Boise, ID
Panelists:
This session will present two different approaches to point cloud technologies. Presenters will examine the appropriateness of each data product, and compare the benefits and limitations.
Moderator: Betty Conces, Kootenai County, Coeur D Alene, ID
This session will provide an overview of different projects utilizing open source GIS solutions and products. They will discuss how you can use it and how it might benefit your organization, as well as discussing potential drawbacks.
Moderator: Ashley Littell Hitt, GISP, Connected Nation, Bowling Green, KY
Explore Esri software offerings and get free training at the Hands-on Learning Lab. The Learning Lab offers self-paced training sessions (approximately 45 minutes each) featuring a recorded presentation and an interactive exercise. Esri instructors are available to answer your questions.
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URISA Annual Business Meeting
Hear from URISA Board officers about the Board's activities over the past year, actions taken, and exciting plans for the future.