When Matt joined Millcreek in 2020, the GIS program looked very different from what it is today.“ I mostly worked on data entry and map making for a single department,” he recalls. Since then, he’ s worked to implement GIS systems across every Township department, building an infrastructure where information is“ stored in an organized, effective manner.” illcreek
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That structure matters because of what it makes possible.“ Proper tracking and storage of important Township information gives us the ability to properly analyze the data,” Matt explains.
“ This analysis allows us to make data-driven decisions to better our community.” On a practical level, he adds, GIS“ increases productivity and communication, which saves us time and money.”
One project that might surprise most residents is the inventory of Millcreek’ s Sanitary and Stormwater Systems.“ A lot of work has been put in over the past few years to diligently get up-to-date information on these systems,” Matt says.
Today, nearly all of that infrastructure is mapped digitally, supporting the Township’ s asset management program and allowing staff to track, maintain, and update those assets when needed.
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What Matt is most proud of, though, comes back to his colleagues.“ Our GIS software is being utilized by my colleagues across all departments. They now see what I see: that GIS is a powerful tool they can use to make a further impact on Millcreek Township.”
" They now see what I see: that GIS is a powerful tool they can use to make a further impact on Millcreek Township."
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