Beyond Maps

the long version

"Beyond Maps looks beyond the mechanics of the technology to show how local governments can make geographic information systems true management tools. It explores a number of innovative ways to use GIS to improve local government operations and explains the unique capabilities of GIS. Covering a wide spectrum of applications for local governments, Beyond Maps points up the key implementation issues and common pitfalls that every state or city government needs to understand." "Packed with real-life examples, this book will help you find creative solutions to local government problems, and integrate public values into decision making."--BOOK JACKET.