Lessons

Some municipalities and a few counties have implemented GIS
Many more do not have GIS, but are trying to figure out how to implement the technology with limited resources
EMA and Sheriff most likely to be currently using GIS
Plenty of GIS data is available
The major roadblock to using existing information is lack of staff and training to sue and coordinate this technology
Poor prospects for future funding for GIS from traditional sources
Skepticism of relying on Regional Planning Agencies

Identified Application Areas

Evacuation planning
Hazardous materials tracking
Critical infrastructure mapping/tracking
Land use code compliance
Traffic safety analysis and planning
Public safety
E911 and addressing
Public health
Extend Registry of Deeds services to include access to existing GIS data with deed search
County provides GIS services to communities