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The use of GIS in local government is a reality that can no longer be denied. Parcel-based information systems are being compiled and stored in GIS formats for many in-house [...]

Many surveyors ask why they should get involved in GIS matters. Across the country, state and local government entities use Geographic Information Systems to hold inventory of land parcels, transportation [...]

In February, two bills altering the licensing requirements for surveying in rural areas were introduced in the Alabama Legislature. In a news story on the bills, the following rationale was [...]

The article examines involvement of surveying associations of New Jersey, Texas and Massachusetts in their state's Geographic Information Systems (GIS) efforts. New Jersey's Office of GIS (OGIS) was formed to coordinate and oversee GIS activities in the state's government agencies. In Texas, the official GIS coordinator for the state is the Texas Geographic Information Council (TGIC). It also talks about MassGIS, the commonwealth's Office of Geographic and Environmental Information.

Describes an orthophoto, an aerial image that has been rectified to make it possess characteristics of a line map. Difference with aerial photographs; Process in orthophoto production; Advantages and disadvantages; Role of surveyors in the orthophoto process.