WLIA 2025 Annual Conference Appleton: Full Schedule

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2:00pm CST

Using ArcGIS Pro to Efficiently Manage Data in ArcGIS Online

Thursday February 27, 2025 2:00pm - 2:30pm CST

Join this session to discover tips and tricks for integrating ArcGIS Pro and ArcGIS Online. Learn how to use web maps and data in ArcGIS Online with Pro, explore SaaS-based GIS implementations that use ArcGIS Online as a system of record and data editing platform, and see how analysis is performed with Pro using web-based tools and desktop software. This presentation will be a valuable resource for GIS professionals looking to optimize their data management workflow and leverage the full capabilities of ArcGIS Online.

Speakers

Alex Lange

Solutions Engineer, Pro-West & Associates

Alex supports local governments by evaluating, configuring and deploying GIS applications that help solve organizational challenges. His expertise spans the breadth of GIS from data editing to strategic planning and program management. Before joining Pro-West he served as GIS Specialist... Read More →

Thursday February 27, 2025 2:00pm - 2:30pm CST
Rosewood/Linden

Pro Time, Beginner

2:30pm CST

Sauk County's Road to the ArcGIS Pro Parcel Fabric

Thursday February 27, 2025 2:30pm - 3:00pm CST

Rosewood/Linden

Sauk County is a rural county in south central Wisconsin with a population of 65,700. In 2023 the Sauk County GIS converted to the ArcGIS Pro Parcel Fabric. Having worked with ArcMap Parcel Fabric for many years & recent new staff, the time was right to switch. Panda Consulting guided Sauk County through the migration, providing design, planning, implementation, training, and support. We will share our story, some history, our organization structure, the challenges, new workflows, improved efficiencies, lessons learned, and how we’re continuing to improve our parcel maintenance processes.

Speakers

Kelly Felton

Cartographer/LIO, Sauk County

Kelly Felton is Cartographer/LIO for the Sauk County Land Information/GIS department. She has worked at Sauk County for 29 years and has served as LIO for the last 20+ years. She has been involved with WLIA throughout that time, participating on various committees, workgroups, task... Read More →

Thursday February 27, 2025 2:30pm - 3:00pm CST
Rosewood/Linden

Pro Time, Intermediate

3:00pm CST

Exploring Map Automation with ArcGIS Pro

Thursday February 27, 2025 3:00pm - 3:30pm CST

Rosewood/Linden

DNR GIS staff use map automation on a daily basis. This presentation will show you how to set up a Map Series feature class and create the map series. We’ll discuss different approaches you can employ and provide tips & tricks to make your maps more effective. We will also demonstrate options for extending your Map Series using Python scripting. Examples of automated map production at DNR, such as the Public Access Lands (PAL) Atlas will be shown & discussed.

Speakers

Jonathan Kult

Planning GIS Specialist, Wisconsin Dept of Natural Resources

As a GIS Specialist for the Property Planning Section at the WI DNR, Jonathan works on a variety of geospatial tasks from maintaining databases, to working with map series, to WebMapping & more!

Lily Chase

Real Estate GIS Analyst, Wisconsin Dept of Natural Resources

As a GIS Analyst for the Real Estate Section at the WI DNR, Lily works on a variety of geospatial tasks from drafting legal descriptions, to working with map series, to WebMapping & more!

Thursday February 27, 2025 3:00pm - 3:30pm CST
Rosewood/Linden

Pro Time, Intermediate