Pro-West will be at the 2024 CalGIS event hosted by California URISA March 18-20, 2024.
Held at the Visalia Convention Center in Visalia, California, the conference encompasses workshops, sessions and an exhibit hall, plus many opportunities to connect socially with others in the professional community.
Pro-West will be an attendee, sponsor and presenter at the 2024 CalGIS conference.
GIS Transformations: County Spotlights and Enterprise Insights - 10:30am - 12:00pm Tuesday, March 19th, Sequoia A
Join this enlightening session to witness the GIS-enabled transformation journey of several California counties. Explore how GIS has been harnessed across Placer County departments, from Public Works to the Sheriff's Department, modernizing workflows, sharing information efficiently, and enhancing services for citizens and staff.
Discover the innovative "Ready Placer" GIS-based emergency response hub, its growth, and added capabilities, including visualizing the rebuilding process. In a pioneering move, Madera County shares insights into its Assessor Map production process, leading the local land records community with automation and novel parcel maintenance workflows, drastically reducing task durations.
Finally, gain invaluable lessons from Shasta County on the planning, installation, and migration of ArcGIS Enterprise, addressing challenges, overcoming network and security issues, and navigating resource constraints. This session promises a holistic exploration of GIS successes, innovations, and real-world lessons learned for attendees seeking diverse perspectives and practical insights.
Speakers:
Phil Salter, GIS Manager, Placer County, California
Marcus Harner, GIS Analyst, Shasta County, Redding, CA
Bonnie Hendrickson, Deputy Assessor, Madera County, California
Nils Odgren, GIS Solutions Engineer, Pro-West & Associate, Minnesota
Lisa Schaefer, Geospatial Data Specialist, Pro-West & Associates, Inc., Minnesota
Connecting you to Nature and Agriculture - 2:00pm - 3:30pm Wednesday, March 20th, Mineral King
This session provides valuable insights into GIS applications in diverse fields. First, explore the National Park Service's efforts in preserving natural sounds and dark night skies using GIS tools, showcasing how the Natural Sounds and Night Skies Division utilizes GIS to predict impacts on wildlife and sharing case studies from various parks. Then, learn from Laurel Ag & Water's experience as they leveraged GIS to streamline field data collection, standardize operations, and achieve a 10% reduction in overall design time and a 17% decrease in parts returned. Attendees will gain practical knowledge on optimizing workflows and environmental conservation through GIS technologies.
Speakers:
Erik Meyer, Ecologist, Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks, Visalia, CA
Franklin Gaudi, VP of Design, Laurel Ag & Water
Nils Odgren, GIS Solutions Engineer, Pro-West & Associates, Inc.
The full schedule for this event can be found HERE.
Exhibit Hall
Visit Pro-West in the exhibit hall, San Joaquin, throughout the 2024 CalGIS conference! Our experts will be available to discuss your needs in relation to: