What is GIS?
It is a Geographic Information or Geographical Information System (GIS). In the strictest sense, GIS is a computer system capable of integrating, storing, editing, analyzing, sharing, and displaying geographically-referenced information. In a more generic sense, GIS is a tool that allows users to create interactive queries, analyze the spatial information, and edit data. The city uses
ESRI products.
What is the Landbase?
A GIS map displaying public and city owned right-of-ways, alleys, properties, easements, dimensions, street names and documentation. This map is built from legally recorded documents such as subdivision plats, ordinances, resolutions, and ownership deeds.
What is a Quarter Section Map?
A map displaying the Landbase in one quarter of one section, measuring a half mile squared (width and length) or 160 acres. The city has identified quarter sections with a numbering system giving each a unique number. Ex. QS10-27. The QS stands for quarter section, the first two numbers represent a vertical location, the last two number represent a horizontal location. See the QS-Index map to find your quarter section.
What do these symbols, abbreviation and hatching mean?
See a complete list of
Symbols and
Abbreviations The hatching on the map is a visual representation of an unapproved lot split determined by the
Planning and Development Service Department
What type of easements are mapped?
See the complete List of
Valid Easement Types
What type of recorded deeds are mapped?
See a complete List of
Valid Recorded Deeds
How can I get a copy of: GIS data, Quarter Section Maps, Aerials?
Central Records sells all related data.
What formats are available?
GDB – File GeoDatabase
SHP – Shapefile
DWG – Drawingfile
DXF – Drawing Exchange Format
