GIS Lunch & Learn August 15th
Auditor's Office GIS Lunch & Learn August 15th noon RSVP required
Jefferson- Thousands of people visit the Auditor’s website each week with their most used page being the GIS mapping feature to view property information and learn about their area.
The Auditor’s Office will be hosting another annual education session lunch and learn for GIS on Tuesday, August 15th from noon-1pm to share with residents more about the uses of GIS and ways everyone from an average taxpayer to a business and everyone in between can use GIS.
Geographic Information Systems (GIS) are computer-based systems that capture, store, analyze, and display spatial data which allow users to understand and interpret relationships and numbers visually.
According to County Auditor David Thomas most residents use GIS for searching property or viewing satellite imagery of their boundary lines, but GIS can be used for much more with new features and map layers. Tools such as measuring applications, data points for topography, flood zone, sales, oil wells, home information, and more are also available to be reviewed at the session.
Individuals are welcome to attend if they wish to learn more about GIS or have ideas for improvements to the program. Laptops/tablets are encouraged as this is intended to be a hands-on learning experience. Those unable to attend can contact the Auditor’s Office anytime for assistance.
“Our GIS team is exceptional in their application of data and focus on making the tool more user friendly”, shared Auditor Thomas. “We’re excited to be teaching the public best practices and how they can get the most out of the software.”
The hour session will be held at the Auditor’s Office and include an activity to generate maps, charts, and tables with GIS staff present in addition to reviewing basic and advanced features. Lunches can be brought into the Lunch and Learn session but only coffee and cookies will be provided.
RSVP’s are required for the August 15th session as there is a 15 person limit. Attendees can register to attend by contacting Auditor Thomas at 440-576-3785 or djthomas@ashtabulacounty.us
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