MassGIS is undertaking an update of the State’s geospatial strategy, last updated in 2007. MassGIS would like all geospatial data and technology users in municipal and regional government, state government, federal agencies, non-profit organizations, higher education, utilities and the private sector to participate in the development of the strategy.
The strategy will lay out the strategic direction for all geospatial activities in the Commonwealth. MassGIS will lead the strategy development. Applied Geographics (AppGeo), a national company that has done such work for dozens of states, is under contract to assist with this update. The work will begin with distribution of a survey to capture initial input and feedback. The survey is intended for anyone who uses geospatial data or technology. Please take the survey now.
There will be six workshops between February 19 and March 7 around the state to engage participants in dialogue regarding the strategic direction of geospatial technology, data development and collaboration. See map for locations of the workshops and check the strategic planning web page for more information about the locations and other details. Please help us get the word out to your partners and other interested parties right away.