| GIS Links What is GIS? The Guide to Geographic Information Systems. GIS is a collection of computer hardware, software, and geographic data for capturing, managing, analyzing, and displaying all forms of geographically referenced information.
FEMA Map Service Center
Allows Town residents to view official Flood Emergency Management Association Maps for the Town of Newington. Enter your Newington address and the application will return the FEMA flood map that contains your address. The FEMA maps are the offical flood maps for Flood Insurance.
Metropolitan District Commisssion GIS Home Page MDC GIS interactive site The District has one of the oldest continuous mapping programs in the country. Beginning in 1929 with paper maps drawn by hand to the development of today's computerized geographic information system (GIS), the MDC has stayed on the leading edge of mapping technology.
Connecticut GIS User to User Network The Connecticut GIS User to User Network is a voluntary association of individuals and organizations that use GIS-based technologies and data in their day-to-day operations. The Network's purpose is to connect users through workshops, meetings and the Internet to share ideas, to learn about GIS activities, to explore collaborative opportunities and to discover information resources - all of which will promote a dynamic and innovative community of Connecticut GIS users.
University of Connecticut Map and Geographic Information Center The Map and Geographic Information Center (MAGIC), the University of Connecticut's Map Library, collects maps, atlases, gazetteers, aerial photographs, and digital geospatial data, as well as resources on the history and current state of cartography.
ESRI (Environmental Systems Research Institute) ESRI designs and develops the world's leading geographic information system (GIS) technology. GIS is an important tool—one that helps shape the world around us.
Founded in 1934, the American Society for Photogrammetry and Remote Sensing (ASPRS) is a scientific association serving over 7,000 professional members around the world. Our mission is to advance knowledge and improve understanding of mapping sciences to promote the responsible applications of photogrammetry, remote sensing, geographic information systems (GIS), and supporting technologies.
Capitol Region Council of Governments GIS web based system
Allows the public to interactively view regional landuse, zoning, and census information.
Microsoft Maps Live The public has the ability to zoom to their property and view color aerial photography and the latest technology called pictometry "Birds Eye View". See below for link to the Pictometry website for an overview of the technology.
Pictometry Pictometry is the world leader in digital, oblique aerial imaging. Our revolutionary, visual information systems are helping homeland security, public safety agencies, and first responders save time and lives. By using our patented image capture process governments improve operational efficiencies, reduce expenses, and better manage community growth. For private businesses, Pictometry improves efficiencies and decision making processes through the use of visual data.
Google Earth Google Earth combines the power of Google Search with satellite imagery, maps, terrain and 3D buildings to put the world's geographic information at your fingertips. - Fly to your house. Just type in an address, press Search, and you’ll zoom right in.
- Search for schools, parks, restaurants, and hotels. Get driving directions.
- Tilt and rotate the view to see 3D terrain and buildings, or look up to explore the sky
- Save and share your searches and favorites.
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