Final Program 

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Special Invitation to Muncipalities
Final Exhibitors and Sponsors Program

Map Gallery Competition & Poster Contest Registration Form 

2007 Annual Conference Poster Contest Winners

Offsite Workshop Schedule and Driving Directions
University of Wisconsin - Fox Valley
Fox Valley Technical College

Participants in a morning workshop at these schools will be able to pick up their registration materials at Fox Valley Technical College or UW Fox Valley.

Our conference theme is: Growing WI GIS from our Roots: Seeing the Forest for the Trees. Many big things are happening in the Wisconsin in regards to GIS and much of this was made possible by the grassroots effort we have taken. Metaphorically speaking, GIS in the state (the forest) is healthy and growing because of the strong grassroots efforts of local government (the trees). At the conference we will be celebrating the many successes of the trees with a municipal track, and the many data sharing and collaborative efforts that are taking place with all levels of government and contributing to a unique, diverse, and vibrant forest. We hope you'll join us !

Annual Conference Highlights

Pre-Conference Workshops:
The 2007 conference will include 14 pre-conference workshops. The topics range from writing effective grant proposals, to building geodatabases, with some offering Certifi ed Public Manager Credit (CPM). New to the conference this year is half day GIS and CAD training offered free of cost to members, and $50 for non-members. Space is limited and the workshops will fill up fast, so register early to guarantee your seat

Keynote Sessions:
Stu Davis, President of the National States Geographic Information Council, will present "Vertical Integration - The Future of Data Sharing". The presentation will focus on creating programs that benefi t multiple levels of government. After a brief introduction of the National States Geographic Information Council (NSGIC) and a quick overview of a few current initiatives, Stu will discuss his experiences with statewide initiatives in Ohio. Ohio programs like the Location Based Response System and the Statewide Imagery Program that are assisting in creating data partnerships and mechanisms for collaboration between levels of government.
David Mockert, Geographic Information Officer & Deputy Chief Information Officer, Wisconsin Department of Administration, will address the Status of the State Enterprise GIS, the State GIS Initiatives for 2007, the GIS and the Electronic Recording Council, and the Plans for the NSGIC Conference in September.

Presentations:
One of the greatest strengths of the WLIA is the willingness of its members to share their experience and knowledge with their colleagues. The technical sessions at this conference will focus on five tracks. The tracks include:

• Surveying, Mapping, and Data Development
• Data Integration and Distribution
• Politics, Policy, and Administration
• Innovative Applications and Technology
• Municipal Experiences and Applications

Exhibit Hall:
The exhibit hall is a great place to meet our business partners and other exhibitors. The latest in technology and services will be demonstrated and on display. Exhibit hours are 10:00 am to 7:30 am on Thursday and 9:00 am to 11:00 am on Friday. Refreshment breaks during the conference will be offered in the exhibit hall, and on Thursday night you can be a part of game night or bid on silent auction items to benefi t the Association's scholarship program.

Silent Auction:
Place bids on a vast array of memorabilia, products, and outings to support the WLIA scholarship fund.

Poster Contest:
The brightest and best displays of GIS in application.

Meetings:
WLIA Board, WLIA Task Forces, User Groups, LION, etc.

And incomparable conversation and social events!

MARK YOUR CALENDARS NOW: February 27-29, 2008

Grand Geneva Resort, Lake Geneva, WI