2004 UC Proceedings Abstract
Implementation of The National Map in Eastern Region Urban Areas Track: Federal Government Systems Author(s): Mike Lee U.S. cities require a broad range of data and information to address the many issues they confront on a daily basis. These issues include security, economic and community development, hazard mitigation, water supply, and health and safety services. The USGS supports U.S. cities' needs by providing geographic base information, assessments of natural hazards, and information on water and biological resources, among other things. USGS data and information around urban centers also serve Federal emergency management and defense functions, as well as the needs of private industry, nongovernmental organizations, and individual citizens. The National Map will bring USGS scientific data and expertise to bear on critical issues facing urban areas in USGS's Eastern Region, including security, vulnerability of water resources, natural hazards, urban sprawl, and the conservation and protection of National parklands and other natural resources. Mike Lee USGS Eastern Region Geography 12201 Sunrise Valley Dr Reston , VA 20192 US Phone: 703 648 5660 E-mail: mikelee@usgs.gov |
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