Beyond CAD: GIS--The Tool for Cadastral Mapping Author: Brian Scott McLaughlin 765 Hwy 69 N Phone: 903 473-2391 The Rains County Appraisal District began its GIS program in the summer of 1999. New software, data, and ideas were needed to implement the program. Having never worked for an appraisal district before, I decided to visit the neighboring appraisal districts to help me understand my responsibilities. After having done so I had more ideas on what not to do than to do. I knew I wanted a GIS system instead of a CAD system. This paper will be helpful to any cadastral agency interested in starting a GIS program, either from scratch or by transition from a CAD system. |