LaSalle County approves $853K GIS contract amendment with Bruce Harris Associates

LaSalle County has taken a significant step towards enhancing its geographic information systems (GIS) by approving an amendment to its existing contract with Bruce Harris and Associates. During the recent Full Board meeting on July 11, 2025, the board unanimously agreed to a resolution that will facilitate the digital map conversion and implementation of a countywide GIS.

The approved amendment includes four license agreements and spans a four-year period, with a total cost of $853,224. The first year will see an expenditure of $188,376, followed by annual payments in the subsequent years as detailed in the attached exhibit. This investment aims to modernize the county's mapping capabilities, which are crucial for various public services and planning initiatives.

The resolution was presented by the LaSalle County Taxes Election and GIS Committee, highlighting the importance of updating the county's GIS infrastructure to better serve the community. The board's chairman is authorized to execute the amendment, ensuring that the project can commence without delay.

In addition to this key decision, the meeting included discussions on other matters, but the GIS contract amendment stood out as a pivotal move for the county's technological advancement. This initiative is expected to improve data accessibility and accuracy, ultimately benefiting residents and local government operations.

As LaSalle County moves forward with this project, the community can anticipate enhanced services and improved resource management through the upgraded GIS system.