New USGS topographic maps now available for Wisconsin
August 2, 2010
In response to the need for updated topographic maps, the U.S. Geological Survey has developed a national map series called the US Topo.
Tagged As: Wisconsin Geospatial News
Wisconsin geospatial news published by the Wisconsin State Cartographer’s office, Madison, WI.
2010 NAIP flights making headway, IR band to be included
July 28, 2010
For the first time in Wisconsin, users will have access to a fourth near-infrared band as part of the popular federal imagery program.
Wisconsinites honored by ESRI
July 27, 2010
Mapping Specialists, Ltd. and the City of Marshfield both received Special Achievement in GIS awards at the 2010 ESRI International User Conference in San Diego.
Too many cooks?
July 23, 2010
State Cartographer Howard Veregin shares some thoughts on the changing geospatial landscape and the role of the Wisconsin Geographic Information Coordination Council.
New WROC publication answers questions on statewide ortho product
July 16, 2010
The Wisconsin Regional Orthophotography Consortium’s latest “FAQ” explains the key specifications of a statewide 18-inch resolution orthophoto product expected during the summer of 2011.
WIGICC report ready for public review
June 11, 2010
The report identifies the major accomplishments of the WI Geographic Information Coordination Council since its inception in September 2008, and makes recommendations for the future.
3-D Wisconsin map now available
Check out a cool new map recently published by the Wisconsin Geological and Natural History Survey.
Want to work for the SCO?
June 9, 2010
The State Cartographer’s Office in Madison has a new part-time position available. Check it out!
Mickelson moves to OCI
Erik Mickelson, formerly with the DOA Geographic Information Office, recently started in a new position at the Office of the Commissioner of Insurance.
Statewide parcel coordination underway
June 8, 2010
Wisconsin GIO Curtis Pulford sheds some light on recent and upcoming efforts to assemble a statewide parcel database from local government data.