Welcome to the 1^st issue of 2004! In this issue we begin the year by telling you about GITA’s new board, why Intergraph is interested in Bill Gates’ sewage, and how to get certified in GIS and grab some ESRI loot. Out of the Box and News to Use bring you some short notes of interest. For those of you who would like to know what life is like in California, check out our Just for Laffs feature.

Featured Articles

• GITA Elects New Board GITA has a big influence on your industry. Get to know its new board of directors.


• Intergraph To Track Bill Gates’ Sewage. I could not help but to notice who Microsoft’s home town of Redmond, Washington turned to for GIS support to flush away Gates’ waste. Sure enough, it was none other than Intergraph.


• First 1,000 GISCI Certified GIS Pros Get ESRI Bonus. The idea of GIS certification has been around for at least two decades, perhaps longer. Certification is complicated because GIS is different things to different people. Over the years GIS certification developed into career recognition through the evaluation and approval of individuals engaged in a specific occupation or profession. The GISCI program gives recognition to professionals whom demonstrate competence and integrity in the field and establish and maintain professional practices and ethical conduct.



More to Know

• Out of the Box Our collection of news events that may indirectly effect your GIS project. Events are categorized by State and Local Government, Technology, and Utilities.


• News to Use. Short takes on the latest GIS news with links to more information

Just 4 Laffs

• You Know You’re in California When … Having lived in the Golden State for 20 years, I will attest that this list is quite accurate.

As always, we thank you for your support, and trust that you and your loved ones remain safe, healthy and prosperous.

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