N.C. Geographic Information Coordinating Council

NCGIS2021

The North Carolina GIS Conference continues its tradition of excellence as one of the largest state GIS conferences in the nation. This virtual event will be held February 16-19, 2021.

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Collaboration & Partnership

The North Carolina Geographic Information Coordinating Council (GICC) promotes geographic information system (GIS) technology for the state and demonstrates the value of reliable geographic information for effective decision making.

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Hurricane Dorian Emergency Operation Center

Meeting Challenges, Building Community

The GICC’s Working Group for Enhanced Emergency Response was formed to identify opportunities for enhanced collaboration and avoid duplication of effort before, during, and after emergency events.

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color infrared band on aerial photography.

Adding Value

During the 2020 Orthoimagery Project, the fourth band, or color infrared band, will be included as a deliverable product. This will add value to the primary business uses outlined within the GICC’s Business Plan for Orthoimagery in North Carolina.

Learn More About the N.C. Orthoimagery Program
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Image of the statewide parcels data found on NC OneMap.

Data Discovery & Access

Aligning with GICC’s priorities, NC OneMap provides comprehensive discovery and access to North Carolina’s statewide geospatial data resources. One of the most widely used statewide layers, NC Parcels, received updates from all 100 counties in 2019.

Find More Data on NC OneMap
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What We're Doing

How We Get It Done

The Council coordinates geographic information by:

  • Promoting geographic information system (GIS) technology for the state
  • Demonstrating the value of reliable geographic information for decision making
  • Working collaboratively on initiatives and projects
  • Hearing, examining, and resolving issues
  • Sharing ideas and lessons learned
  • Building consensus
  • Developing standards and recommended practices
  • Adopting guidelines, policies, and strategies

Learn About Council Priorities

Resources

Contacts

GICC Members

Name

Position

Phone Number

Alex Rankin

GICC Chair

(704) 786-5404

Tim Johnson

Director, Center for Geographic Information and Analysis (CGIA); Staff to Council

(919) 754-6588

Official Members

Appointed by the Governor, the NC Senate, the NC House, or serve ex officio, by virtue of their office

 

Government GIS Contacts, a vital part of the GIS community in North Carolina

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