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SAMB Mapping Deliverables Sent to Counties
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CHARLESTON, W.Va. (September 23, 2004) - The West Virginia Statewide Mapping and Addressing Board is pleased to announce that the mapping phase of the project was completed on schedule by 30 June 2004 by the mapping contractor BAE Systems ADR. Mapping products include aerial photography, orthoimagery, and planimetrics (i.e., roads, streams, structures, etc.) at 1:4800 scale (1" - 400'). The SAMB project manager, Michael Baker Jr., Inc., performed quality control checks on the data. The quality of the mapping was determined to be excellent overall, and meets or exceeds project specifications.

A set of data for each county, on DVD and ready for viewing in a GIS, was sent to each county PSAP at the end of August. The initial mapping products are considered "works in progress." The primary use of the mapping data is for E9-1-1 and public safety purposes, which entails certain safeguards and restrictions. The data will include a disclaimer from the SAMB limiting use of the data (e.g. sharing it with third parties).

The SAMB is trying to avoid interim or uncertified deliveries, as well as inappropriate or unauthorized use of the data, including resale of the data, outside of its county customers.

West Virginia Selects BAE SYSTEMS to Provide Digital Mapping Services
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CHARLESTON, W.Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--April 14, 2003--The State of West Virginia has selected BAE SYSTEMS to develop and implement a statewide digital mapping system that will assist public safety officials and emergency response personnel.

The system will include aerial photography for the development of digital maps and a computerized geographic information system (GIS) that will be integrated with Enhanced 911 services, state and local government agencies, telephone companies, the U.S. Postal Service and public utility systems.

Gov. Bob Wise said, "This high quality digital mapping system will ensure that our first responders, emergency management, and planning personnel have the most accurate information available to do their job. This system will save lives in our state -- I'm proud that West Virginia is leading the nation in this effort."

The project is the one of the first in the country that integrates geospatial mapping and E911 at the statewide level and could serve as a blueprint for similar efforts nationwide.

Mark Ronald, president and chief executive officer, BAE SYSTEMS North America said, "This project will demonstrate BAE SYSTEMS capabilities in Homeland Security and E911 emergency response initiatives. We're pleased to be working with the state of West Virginia to support this critical requirement." (Read More)

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The West Virginia Statewide Addressing and Mapping Board (WVSAMB) will hold a series of 7 regional public meetings throughout the state to discuss developments in their project. Please note the date and times for your area and plan to attend! Members of the Board and its consultant, Michael Baker Jr., Inc. of Cross Lanes, WV will give a brief presentation about the project, answer questions, provide feedback, and pass out informative materials. All meeting times are 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM.

The WVSAMB was created to provide street or city-style addresses for every citizen of West Virginia. This first-of-its-kind project will ensure that everyone, including the large rural areas of the state, receive the full benefit of 9-1-1 service. The Statewide project is an unprecedented opportunity that serves as a national model for public safety. To accomplish our tasks, the WVSAMB is using the latest technologies, such as digital mapping, global positioning, wireless telecommunications and geographic information systems. The WVSAMB seeks the support of all county and municipal officials in this effort to map and address the entire state.
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