City of Rockford Public Works - UAS/Drone Program
Skill Level: Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced
Intended Audience: GIS User
Abstract
This presentation showcases how the City of Rockford has integrated an Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) Program into Public Works operations to modernize data collection and infrastructure management. Attendees will discover how drone imagery, LiDAR, GIS, Field Maps, Survey123, and dashboards support stormwater inspections, utility asset management, construction documentation, and engineering projects. The session demonstrates how aerial data is transformed into actionable information, enhancing efficiency, safety, and decision-making across the organization.
Presenters
Evan Bratina
GIS Technician, City of Rockford
Justin Emerson
GIS Sr. Project Manager, City of Rockford