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Janet Esposito


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Portage County GIS Mission Statement:

To provide the citizens and governments of Portage County with accurate, and reliable geographic information through the development and implementation of GIS Technologies.

What is GIS?

GIS stands for Geographic Information Systems. It is a computer-based tool used to map and analyze objects and events. It combines the power of a database with the visualization capabilities offered by maps. This helps analysts discover relationships between and among sets of computer-readable, geographically referenced data that they could not see or understand easily without the aid of this technology. More than half a million people in the world use GIS to solve problems in areas such as environmental protection, pollution, health care, land use, asset deployment and routing, natural resources, conservation, business efficiency, education and social inequities.

2009
Parcel Conversion

The parcel layer is one of the most important parts of the GIS base map. It allows for faster access to information, it provides improved data analysis capabilities, and it facilitates the integration of data from multiple sources. All of this adds up to better decision making. High quality cartographic output is made possible and efficient parcel data management is made easier.

The Portage County parcel conversion project is underway and the pilot area has been delivered and reviewed. The pilot area data are available on the "New GIS Viewer". Subsequent delivery areas will be made available on-line as they are received. Delivery Schedule Project Status

Your comments about the data are welcome, but please keep in mind the data are by no means complete or represent the final product. Any questions or comments about the parcel data should be directed to Joe Reichlin, GIS Coordinator jreichlin@portageco.com
2008
LBRS (The Location Based Response System)

The Location Based Response System (LBRS) is a program that establishes partnerships between State and County government for the creation of spatially accurate street centerlines with address ranges and field verified site-specific address locations.

In order to prepare for and respond effectively to naturally-caused and man-made emergencies, local and state officials must have access to accurate information about the locations of people, places, and things. Locations might refer to street addresses, voter or school districts, census tracts, or geographic coordinates. No matter what the form, knowledge of locations allows us to identify where people, places, and things are. Without ready access to reliable data about geospatial data, local and state officials are compromised in their efforts to deliver emergency services, relocate displaced citizens, and provide medical aid and support to impacted areas.

GIS Mapping Websites

Portage County is committed to providing it's citizens and other agencies with efficient, reliable access to public information. Disseminating geographic data via today's GIS and internet technologies is the most cost effective way to accomplish the task. Significant time and effort will be dedicated to utilizing web solutions.

GIS Master Plan and Survey

In September of 2006, a GIS activity and needs assessment survey was conducted. The purpose of the survey was to gather information about GIS activity and needs in Portage County. It provided valuable information on how Portage County uses, collects, and maintains GIS and geographic data. The survey results will be used to develop a GIS master plan for Portage County. Survey Results
 

Portage County GIS Timeline:
 
April 2005 - Aerial Photo project with Engineer and AMATS
December 2005 - Meeting with County elected officials and department heads discussing a county wide GIS
January 2006 - Meeting with political subdivisions discussing a county wide GIS
July 2006 - GIS Coordinator hired
August 2006 - Aerial photo distribution
September 2006 - Conducted GIS Activity and Needs Assessment Survey
September 2006 - Purchased GIS website and desktop software
October 2006 - Developing GIS Master Plan based on survey results
October 2006 - Developing internal and external GIS websites for county and public use
October 2006 - Researching Tax Parcel Conversion Project and CAMA integration
November 2006 - Bridge inventory project Engineer's Office, ODOT, ITS
November 2006 - Illicit discharge/outfall data Portage SWCD, ITS
November 2006 - Portage County GIS Day with Reed Memorial Library
November 2006 - Developing GIS Information Home Page
December 2006 - Board of Elections Voting District Project
January 2007 - Launch GIS Information Page
January 2007 - Form GIS Technical Advisory Group
January 2007 - Posted County tax maps online
January 2007 - Applied for LBRS funding with ODOT, OGRIP, CEAO Funding
January 2007 - Creating RFP for Parcel Digitalization Process
January 2007 - Purchased GIS hardware
February 2007 - Launching internal GIS mapping site
April 2007 - LBRS RFP
June 2007 - ESRI Conference
June 2007 - Launched GIS BETA viewer to the public
July 2007 - Release LBRS RFP
November 2007 - Hosting 2nd annual Portage County GIS Day
January 2008 - Finalizing LBRS Contract
March 2008 - LBRS Project Kickoff Meeting
April 25, 2008 - Parcel ITB Release
May 12, 2008 - Parcel Pre-Bid Conference
May 28, 2008 - Parcel ITB Due Date
May-July 2008 - LBRS Data Capture
August 2008 - Parcel Conversion Contract Awarded to SDS, Inc.
September 2008 - LBRS Data Delivery (DDTI collected 1743.72 miles of road in Portage County)
September 2008 - OGRIP Best Practice Award Recipient. OGRIP honors GIS programs in Ohio for outstanding enterprise-wide projects exemplifying OGRIP’s goals and objectives. The Best Practices Award is a testament to the dedication of the program participants.
November 19, 2008 - 3rd Portage County GIS Day at Reed Memorial Library
December 2008 - LBRS Data Maintenance Training
December 18, 2008 - Parcel Pilot Area Delivered
January 2009 - Parcel Pilot Area Review
February 4, 2009 - Pilot Review/Acceptance Meeting
March 2009 - Parcel Conversion Area 1 Delivery
April 2009 - Parcel Conversion Area 2 Delivery
June 2009- Parcel Conversion Area 3 Delivery
July 2009 - Parcel Conversion Area 4 Delivery
August 2009 - Parcel Conversion Area 5 Delivery
October 2009 - Parcel Conversion Data Finalization
November 18, 2009 - 4th Portage County GIS Day at Reed Memorial Library
January 21, 2010 - AMATS\Portage\Summit Ortho Refly Kick-Off Meeting
March-April 2010 - AMATS\Portage\Summit Ortho Photo Image Capture
May 2010 - Preliminary Ortho Delivery
September 2010 - Uncompressed Ortho Delivery
October 2010 - Compressed Ortho Delivery


Contact Information

Joe Reichlin, GISP - GIS Coordinator
449 S. Meridian St., 6th Floor, Portage County Admin. Bldg.
Ravenna, Ohio 44266
Phone: 330-297-3510 Fax: 330-297-4560
*Toll Free 1-800-772-3799
*For calls in Portage County from a number not local to the 296 / 297 exchange.
E-mail: jreichlin@portageco.com


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