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County adopts resolution endorsing free, open geospatial data practices
Summary
The board unanimously approved a staff-sponsored resolution endorsing free and open geospatial data to align Wright County with best practices for sharing GIS data.
The Wright County Board of Commissioners on Tuesday adopted a resolution endorsing the county’s move to provide free and open geospatial data, a step staff said would align the county with best practices and make existing public mapping information easier to connect and use.
Harkin, identified as the county GIS coordinator, told the board the resolution promotes free and open geospatial data. Commissioners expressed support, noting the information is already public and that the resolution would help “connect the dots.” Commissioner Dietrich moved to approve; Commissioner Shane seconded, and the resolution passed unanimously.
Staff said the change mainly formalizes current practices and improves accessibility for residents, other government units and the public; the transcript records little additional debate.
The board’s action was recorded as a unanimous motion in favor of the resolution.
