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Land Information Services (GIS)
NOTE: An Interactive Map is available to the public. This mapping application allows users to navigate the city by spatial queries such as Search by Address. Continued development of new searching tools is ongoing.
What Is GIS?
Geographic Information Systems (GIS) is the combination of mapping data and analytical processes, used in conjunction with each other to produce a map based information tool. The mapping component of a GIS is information that has been traditionally found on printed maps, such as roads, sidewalks, buildings and property lines. The analysis component of a GIS is performed on database information, using GIS software. Combined they create a GIS which allows users to perform queries, produce models and forcast the future. The results of such analyses can be as simple as finding out where something is located to as complex as modelling impacts of sophisticated problems in a given area. The database information, derived from GIS analysis, can then be displayed graphically, in map format.
Mission Statement
The mission of the the Land Information Services Division is to plan and implement corporately supported mapping services and GIS through collaborative partnerships between City of Peterborough staff, management and other organisations.
Services
- Development, evaluation and recommendation of system standards and procedures for GIS related projects.
- GIS data analysis and manipulation.
- Documentation of GIS procedures and data sets.
- Coordination of user GIS requests, ensuring that all users are aware of GIS data availability and existing future GIS applications.
- GIS support to the organization in the form of technical assistance.
- Maintenance of Corporate land related information records.
- Production of GIS/CAD related maps.
- Promoting education and awareness.
- Providing information and assistance to the public, consultants and contractors.