VBMP 2011 Seminars - Next Two Weeks

The VBMP program is scheduled to fly the western half of Virginia in 2011. VGIN and Sanborn staff will be holding a series of information session across the state from July 27 - August 4. These sessions will explain the program and all available upgrades and options. You are encouraged to attend to find out all the details including how to order.

• Abingdon, Tuesday, July 27, 1-3 p.m., Southwest Virginia Higher Education Center, Room 233, One Partnership Circle, Abingdon, VA 24210


• Roanoke, Wednesday, July 28, 9-11 a.m., Roanoke Higher Education Center, 108 N. Jefferson St., Roanoke, VA 24016


• Staunton, Thursday, July 29, 9-11 a.m., 18 Government Center Lane, Verona, VA 24482


• Winchester, Thursday, July 29, 1:30-3:30 p.m., Timbrook Public Safety Center, Community Room – 3rd Floor, 231 East Piccadilly St., Winchester, VA 22601


• Richmond, Wednesday, August 4, 9-11 a.m., VITA CESC Multipurpose Room # 1222, 11751 Meadowville Lane Chester, VA 23836

The eastern half of the state was flown in 2009 but localities in the eastern portion may also request to be flown at the same time.

The invitation extends to parties in your organization or private entities that may benefit from the program. Please feel free to share the invitation. RSVP to vgin_seminar@sanborn.com

We hope to see you there.

Special Achievements in GIS - Virginia Style

Three Virginia GIS organizations were recognized for their Special Achievements in GIS at the 2010 ESRI International User Conference. Congratulations to Henrico County recognized for their enterpise integration, Loudoun County recognized for their GIS Land Records System, and the Virginia Department of Transportation recognized for their Enterprise GIS plan.