2025 Spring Conference

 Wednesday June 4^th

 Optional Networking Event

 Downtown Pewaukee - Park  Avenue Pizza &   Summer Series Band at Lakefront Park

 Thursday June 5^th

Tyler DeBruin

 Keynote: American Family Insurance Journey                                  with GIS

 In today's rapidly evolving technological landscape, Geographic Information   Systems (GIS) has become an indispensable tool for organizations across   various industries.  American Family Insurance has been leveraging GIS for   over 25 years to enhance its operations, improve customer service, and   drive strategic decision-making.  This keynote address will take you on a   journey through American Family Insurance's innovative use of GIS   technology.

 We will explore how GIS has been integrated into our core business   processes, from risk assessment and claims management to market analysis   and customer engagement. By harnessing the power of spatial data, we   have been able to gain deeper insights into risk patterns, optimize resource   allocation, and enhance our ability to respond to natural disasters. Join me   to learn how American Family Insurance is using GIS to drive business   through geospatial insights.

Joel Bartlett

 The D.I.R.T. on Underground Utility Markings and   ROW Permits

 Learn how this integration reduced ticket processing time and improved   accuracy of field responses.

 In early 2022, the City of Brookfield recognized the need to modernize its   paper-driven process for managing underground utility markings. Facing a   significant rise in One-Call locate requests, the City sought to replace   outdated, manual workflows that were hindered by disjointed office-to-   field communication and inefficient tracking methods.

 With responsibilities that span storm sewer, sanitary sewer, potable water,   street lighting, and traffic signals, Brookfield needed a scalable and   integrated solution. The City adopted the KorTerra One Call ticket   management suite to streamline operations and meet increasing demand   with greater accuracy and efficiency.

 KorTerra’s platform not only aligns with Common Ground Alliance (CGA)   best practices and damage reporting standards, but also integrates   seamlessly with Diggers Hotline and ESRI’s REST-based feature services. This   allows staff to access, update, and manage locate tickets and GIS data   within a unified interface—enhancing coordination between field crews and   office personnel.

_{Joseph Tew}

_{Trae Berhow}

 Configuring ESRI's Utility Network In-House: Our     Experience

 Kaukauna Utilities’ (KU) integration of the utility network management   system has transformed how they model and manage their infrastructure.   This presentation will explore the differences between implementing ESRI’s   Utility Network model with the help of a third-party vendor versus in-   house, highlighting the opportunities and obstacles associated with each   approach. By utilizing ArcGIS's Solutions for the Utility Network Foundation   and tools, KU developed an in-house utility network model for a small-sized   water distribution company. The implementation of this model resulted in   improved data accuracy through data cleaning, field editing and tracing, as   well as better integration with existing operational systems.

Kayla Coonen

 ArcGIS Enterprise Administration: Making       Effective Use of the ESRI Tools

 ESRI provides many tools to help administer your ArcGIS Enterprise.  This   session will walk you through some of the supported and “un-supported”   tools available to help you make informed decisions to better administer   your ArcGIS Enterprise environment. 

 WebGISDr – Web GIS Disaster Recovery. The ESRI WebGISDr tool (Web GIS   Disaster Recovery) is used to back up and restore ArcGIS Enterprise   deployments, ensuring data and configuration settings can be recovered in   the event of a system failure or disaster.

 System Log Parser. The ESRI System Log Parser tool analyzes ArcGIS Server   log files to help diagnose performance issues, errors, and usage patterns by   providing detailed reports and visualizations.

 Enterprise Goedatabase Health – EGDB. The ESRI EGDB (Enterprise   Geodatabase) Health Check tool assesses the overall health and   performance of an enterprise geodatabase, identifying potential issues   related to storage, performance, and configuration.

 Data Stores. The ESRI Data Store tools help manage and maintain the   ArcGIS Data Store, allowing administrators to configure, back up, restore,   and validate the data store for optimal performance and reliability in an   ArcGIS Enterprise deployment.

Stephen Tomlins

 Linking Laserfiche ECM to GIS

 OPG-3 will be presenting Laserfiche. Laserfiche is document management   system that helps organizations go paperless. We will be showing the basics   of Laserfiche on the ease of filing, indexing, and searching for documents all   with database lookups. We will also highlight how Laserfiche can manage   requests made under Act 235 to seamlessly redact information through a   front end Laserfiche Form. Finally, Town of Grand Chute will be showing   their integration with ArcGIS to make these documents easily accessible to   employees or the public.

Duane Ochs

 Real Time Management of City Wide Projects   with GIS

 Managing city-wide inspection programs requires a structured approach for   organizing field data and tracking progress.  Geographic Information   Systems (GIS) provides a practical framework for streamlining these efforts,   improving efficiency, and maintaining accurate records.

 This presentation will highlight two GIS-driven programs that support   municipal operations:

1. Sanitary Sewer CCTV Inspection Program – Traditional methods rely on flash drives and paper reports that are difficult to access.  We will walk through how this process was modernized and integrated with GIS, enabling cloud-based video storage, real-time access, and spatial visualization of inspection results.
2. Sidewalk Inspection Program – Traditionally managed through paper forms, this program was redesigned using GIS to improve efficiency during the construction phase.  Inspectors use GIS to input quantities, capture site photos, and document resident communication and contractor activity.  This GIS-driven approach improves coordination between inspectors and project managers by providing real-time access to field notes, inspection progress and project photos.

 By integrating GIS into these programs, field crews and project managers   can streamline workflows, enhance data accessibility, and improve overall   project management.  Attendees will gain insight into how GIS supports   infrastructure inspection and management on a city-wide scale.

Devin Carlson

Ben Metzler

 Customize Your Hub Site with Experience Builder

 Learn some tips and tricks to enhance your Hub Site by integrating   Experience Builder (ExB). ExB provides additional customization and   functionality that can help your users navigate your Hub Site and showcase   apps you've built. This presentation will compare Hub Site's Gallery Cards   with using ExB's Card Widgets to create your own app gallery.

Nathan Fazer

 Taking Your Workflows to Task: Overview of   Tasks Within ArcGIS Pro

 Do you have repeatable workflows that can’t be fully automated or need to   be shared with others? Then you should be taking your workflows to Task.   Tasks within ArcGIS Pro allow you to share guided workflows, solidify best-   practices, reduce clicks and windows, and improve data quality. This   presentation will provide an overview of what a Task is and what it is NOT,   describe the key components that make up Tasks and Steps, identify use   cases, and show a short demo. With Tasks, you can combine your SOP and   tools into one ArcGIS Pro pane.

Brett Lessner

 Pitching a Budget the Right Way!

 Discuss techniques to successfully pitch your municipal budget!  Focus on   community needs, transparent communication, alignment with strategic   goals and objectives while highlighting potential benefits and pre-emptively   addressing concerns, all within organizational financial parameters which   are the foundations of any budget.

 There is no one way to budget, and political and structural dynamic is REAL.   This presentation will be no holds barred

Scott Botcher

 Waukesha County Lightning Round

 Waukesha County is a hot bed of GIS work. Join us on a virtual tour of all   the great things happening around us as we highlight the various GIS   programs from County, Municipal, Regional, and Private organizations.   We've got everything from teams of GIS professionals to one-person-shows   to public/private partnerships collaborating to give service and value to our   citizens. We're excited to show you a sampling of the myriad of solutions   being tackled all over the area every day.

Kim Meinert

 Planimetrics are More Than Just a Map

 Discover how innovative planimetric methods are helping a suburban   community tackle the challenges of installing, budgeting, and managing the   lifecycle of its off-road pathways. This presentation will cover data collection   techniques, accuracy considerations, and the integration of planimetric   data  into everyday GIS and asset management workflows. You’ve got your   WROC imagery and LiDAR—now learn how to put them to work to make   smarter, data-driven decisions for your infrastructure.

Adam Derringer

Joseph Tew

 FME: The Ultimate Tool for GIS Data   Transformation & Automation

 FME (Feature Manipulation Engine) is a handy tool that works great with   GIS. If you're just starting out, FME’s simple drag-and-drop interface helps   you move and convert data between different formats (like turning CAD   files into GIS layers). As you get more comfortable, you can use FME to   automate boring tasks, clean up messy data, and connect different   datasets. For experts, FME can handle big, complex jobs—like processing   LiDAR, working with cloud data, or running custom scripts. Whether you're   a beginner or a pro, learning FME with ESRI GIS saves time and makes your   mapping and data work way easier.

Tyler Calum

 Transforming Urban Management: Developing a   Digital Twin for Springfield's Historic Downtown

 In partnership with Hanson Professional Services, NV5 Geospatial is   delivering a cutting-edge asset management and smart city solution for the   City of Springfield, IL. This program will capture detailed above-ground   structures and below-ground infrastructure, enhancing urban planning,   infrastructure maintenance, and emergency response. It will also preserve a   digital record for historical and educational purposes and establish an   interactive platform to engage and inform community stakeholders.

 NV5 Geospatial role includes acquisition, processing, and feature extraction   of the above-ground features using a combination of mobile and aerial   LiDAR and imagery. NV5 leverages machine learning, photogrammetry, and   quality control workflows, to ensure accurate mapping of roadways,   utilities, ADA features, and critical assets while adhering to ASPRS accuracy   standards. NV5’s process culminates in a highly accurate 3D mesh model,   supporting Springfield’s long-term goals in infrastructure planning, public   safety, and digital twin initiatives.

Matt Schoenhofen

 The Challenges of Indoor Mapping on a Budget

 We all see the cool ESRI 3D buildings and other high end BIM showcases.   We are all envious and in awe of those presentations.  We all would love to   do that and have that data for a variety of reasons.  However, the products   often seem out of reach and is costly.  In this presentation, we are going to   focus on Wisconsin Act 109 and what that means in terms of public safety.   We will look at how to get started, what is needed to complete a product,   time management, and the challenges along the way.

David Buehler

 High Accuracy GNSS with MSL/USFT for ArcGIS   Field Maps

 In this presentation, we will outline Best Practices for obtaining High   Accuracy GNSS both Horizontal and Vertical aka “MSL/USFT” using ArcGIS   Field Maps.

 We will cover the following topics:

     •Is your Point Feature Class “Z” Enabled?

     •Do you need to see the MSL/USFT live in the field?

     •Do you only need to see the MSL/USFT back in the office?

     •Confirm that your GNSS Firmware is up to date.

     •What Correction Source are you using?

     •Applied the proper Geoid file in your GNSS application?

     •What Settings are critical for High Accuracy GNSS? Confirm the following:

             • Antenna Height 

             • Provider

             • Profile

    •Have you confirmed your Accuracy on certified NGS Control Points?

Jay Riester

 Let the Lead Out

 The City of New Richmond staff completed and submitted their initial Lead   Service Line (LSL) Materials Inventory to the Wisconsin Department of   Natural Resources for the October 16, 2024 deadline. Explore ways the City   leveraged GIS technologies to enter, gather, maintain, and visualize public   and private services through the public water system (PWS). With a   comprehensive understanding of materials throughout the PWS, staff   began formulating plans to replace LSLs over the coming years through   ordinances, budgeting, Capital Improvement Plans, grants, and loan   services. Learn about program updates and next steps.

Kyle Wells

 Stormwater Utilities & GIS

 As communities grow, and stormwater management needs increase, more   and more communities are developing Stormwater Utilities. Stormwater   Utilities behave much like a water utility, they seek to charge customers for   a service they receive. Municipalities must spend money to maintain their   stormwater infrastructure, including everything from cleaning inlets of   debris to street projects that update pipe sizes to accommodate larger   storms. These expenses add to the community’s operating budget. Rather   than raising taxes, many communities are opting to create Stormwater   Utilities.

 There are many types of Stormwater Utilities, and they vary depending on   community needs. Spatial components are often part of a Stormwater   Utility and are used as a way to organize the stormwater customers, the   benefits they receive, and their bill based on parcel size or impervious area.   As technology and record keeping strategies advance, the incorporation of   GIS into Stormwater Utilities can help streamline maintenance and add a   visual component to an otherwise static and “paper only” record system.

This presentation will focus on how GIS can assist in creating and maintaining a Stormwater Utility.

Sarah Morrison

 Networking Night - Lake Country DockHounds

 Dinner & Baseball at the Stadium!

Louie B. Sluggin

 Friday June 6^th

Tyler DeBruin

 Mini Presentation - The Story of Finding                                                                           Halloween Decorations

 This is the story of a very driven six-year-old (at the time) that loves   Halloween and wants more candy. Seraphine's idea was to find all the   places that had Halloween decorations and hopefully the more decorations   meant that there was more Halloween loot to be had. She asked Dad how   that could be done. Dad showed some basics, but got told quickly, "I got   this" by Seraphine. It rapidly became a family favorite activity as it exposed   the kids to different places in and around Marshfield. All data collected was   collected by the kids during the Month of October of 2025, with the Story   Map being designed and told by Seraphine. Parents were as hands off as we   could be. There were tears and frustrations but she: pushed past it, created   work arounds, and was happier and wiser for it. It was so talked about at   school by Seraphine that other kids at school want to do it next year. This   project encouraged more kids to explore their world by asking questions   and making observations..

 From Zero to CIP Hero

 This presentation will explore Esri’s Capital Project Planning Solution,   designed to kick start and streamline your organization's Capital   Improvement Plan (CIP). Learn how this solution deploys maps, apps, and   feature layers within minutes, empowering local governments to efficiently   manage infrastructure projects, including roads, utilities, and public   buildings. We will demonstrate how the solution facilitates collaboration   among departments and the public, ensuring better planning and execution   of capital investments. Through a detailed breakdown of the solution’s   features, including editable feature layers and intuitive dashboards,   attendees will gain insights into how to transform their planning process   and enhance public engagement.

Megan Ouderkirk

 Cart Central: Using ArcGIS Online to Manage   Garbage & Recycling Cart Selections for the City   of Waukesha

 In March 2025, the City of Waukesha’s 10-year garbage and recycling   contract was coming to a close. With the selection of a new contractor, the   City decided to purchase more than 37,000 new garbage and recycling carts   for properties eligible for automated truck pickup. This raised an important   question: What size carts do residents want?

 To provide residents with a choice, a Survey123 form was made available to   eligible customers. The results fed into an application called “Cart Central,”   which allowed staff to view, edit, update, and analyze the submitted forms.   This data helped the City order the correct cart sizes and quantities from its   vendor, facilitated resident billing for large cart selections, and became the   foundation for the City’s new garbage and recycling datasets.

 This presentation will demonstrate how the survey form worked and how   staff utilized Cart Central to track carts from order to delivery.

Brad Blumer

 Implementing Act 235: Lessons From the First   Two Months

 Wisconsin's Judicial Privacy Law (2023 Act 235), which intends to protect   the personal information of judges and their families, took effect on April   1st. This presentation will provide updates on the law's implementation,   focusing on practical challenges faced by local governments and state   agencies. We'll explore real-world examples of how organizations are   processing shielding requests and examine the current status of proposed   amendments seeking to address concerns with the law. Gain valuable   insights into navigating these changes and learn strategies to address your   concerns effectively. This is your chance to share experiences and get   answers to your questions. Come and discuss specific implementation   issues and learn how to best prepare for the upcoming changes.

Adam Dorn

Nick Gamroth

 GIS Software Solutions for MS4 Illicit Discharge   Detection and Elimination: Scalable Approaches   for Every Community

 This presentation highlights how GIS software can support Illicit Discharge   Detection and Elimination (IDDE) efforts for MS4 communities, with flexible   solutions based on each community’s needs and capacity. We’ll explore   three levels of implementation: starting with Ruekert-Mielke staff   performing inspections and data collection using Field Maps and   Survey123, moving to a client-managed option where we provide the tools   and training for in-house use, and finally, a fully integrated solution   featuring advanced reporting, dashboards, and API connections. Whether a   community needs full support or is ready to manage IDDE tracking on its   own, our scalable approach ensures effective and efficient compliance.

Nathan Walker

Tyler DeBruin