New topo maps in the works for Wisconsin
December 15, 2009
The U.S. Geological Survey will release the next generation of digital topographic maps for Wisconsin in the summer of 2010 as part of their new “US Topo” product line.
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Wisconsin geospatial news published by the Wisconsin State Cartographer’s office, Madison, WI.
Lio-tech listserv now doa-landinfo
December 8, 2009
The address of the defacto Wisconsin GIS mailing list recently changed.
More LiDAR coming to Wisconsin in 2010?
December 2, 2009
Two grant opportunities could fund a significant amount of LiDAR acquisitions in Wisconsin next year.
Census Boundary and Annexation Survey underway
November 30, 2009
The U.S. Census Bureau is conducting the Boundary and Annexation Survey (BAS) to update their records regarding changes to legal boundaries, names, and governmental status of all governmental units.
Greetings from the new State Cartographer
October 1, 2009
Join us in welcoming new State Cartographer Howard Veregin to Wisconsin!
Presentation and archived video from SCO-GIO broadcast available
September 25, 2009
Anyone who missed the September 23 online broadcast offered by the State Cartographer’s Office and Geographic Information Office can now view an online archive of the video.
California public records case raises new questions about geosptial data
September 23, 2009
The California First Amendment Coalition recently announced closure of a three year legal battle with Santa Clara County over access to their geospatial data.
SCO and GIO to host third live broadcast on September 23rd
September 14, 2009
Tune in to learn more about our activities, hear updates on recent events, and ask any questions on your mind.
Webinar outlines status, future of statewide air photo efforts
September 11, 2009
In a September 10th online “webinar,” audience members learned the State of Wisconsin will receive $700,000 in federal funding for 2010 orthophotography.
Veregin named State Cartographer
August 25, 2009
Former University of Minnesota Professor, and GIS Division lead at Rand McNally to take the helm of the State Cartographer’s Office.