The objectives of IGIC shall be:
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Section 1 |
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To
coordinate the management of statewide geographic information and
provide guidance and direction in the management of a statewide
geographic information system
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Section 2 |
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To
identify, make known and recommend actions to meet automated geographic
information needs in the State of Iowa.
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Section 3 |
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To act
as a clearinghouse for Geographic Information Systems (GIS) information
and expertise in Iowa.
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To
formulate and recommend standards for data architecture, quality,
accuracy, resolution and maintenance. To formulate and recommend
metadata standards based upon a widely accepted version of the Federal
Geographic Data Committee (FGDC) metadata standards and to assist Iowans
with metadata development and enhancement.
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To
promote voluntary sharing of geographic information by recommending and
developing model agreements, publishing directories and newsletters and
performing other appropriate information-sharing actions
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To serve as a focal point for intergovernmental efforts to receive additional
funds, especially federal funds, for GIS development in Iowa.
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