“The value of using GIS-based applications lies in their capabilities to enhance data analysis, access and dissemination. The ability to design and monitor economic, environmental, and social impacts of land use changes provides a comprehensive lens for collaborative community decision making that goes beyond mapping and cartographic purposes. This presentation will establish the need to develop a functional definition of the notion of “geo-design” as it relates to smart growth and land use planning. It will also demonstrate the value of using ArcGIS editing tools in land use planning, modeling, and policy making. By utilizing the customized modeling and sketching capabilities of ArcGIS, planners and policy makers can successfully enhance collaboration, scenario generation, monitoring of implications, evaluation and ongoing feedback, and selection of preferred scenarios that mitigate environmental ramifications, enhance economic vitality, and foster social equity.”

Thursday, 15 July 2010, 10:15 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. in Marina – Salon F

Presenters
Dr. Ahmed Abukhater, GISP (Global Industry Manager for Community Development at ESRI)
Matthew Baker (ESRI Educational Services)