The Interlocal GIS Program establishes a collaborative framework for participating agencies to coordinate authoritative geospatial data, maintain shared standards, and support reliable countywide mapping services.
The program supports countywide consistency by identifying authoritative data sources, defining stewardship responsibilities, and coordinating updates across participating agencies. This approach reduces redundant data collection and improves reliability for public and internal use.
The Interlocal Agreement, established between the county and the Property Appraiser's office, is for the benefit of all citizens of Hernando County. It allows governments, departments, and agencies to cooperate to resolve community problems in the most cost-effective and efficient manner.
This agreement defines the roles, responsibilities, and coordination processes among participating agencies. It establishes procedures for identifying authoritative data sources, reviewing changes, and publishing updates in a consistent and documented manner.
Core GIS layers, including parcels, addressing, road centerlines, and jurisdictional boundaries, are maintained according to standardized schemas and quality control processes. Updates are reviewed prior to publication to ensure consistency, accuracy, and alignment with established standards.
Central GIS leads development efforts for the acquisition of data and acts as the data repository/custodian. We establish and maintain metadata standards and standard operating procedures for users and our library.
The agreement filled a significant community need for integrated public data, mapping, and information systems. It supports transparency, operational workflows, planning initiatives, and emergency response. These services reduce duplication of effort and improve access to reliable geospatial information.
GIS data standards are developed in order to ensure compatibility, improve productivity, and simplify procedures. Participating agencies collaborate on naming conventions, metadata practices, and structures update cycles to ensure continuity across departments. This coordination supports long-term data integrity and sustainable system management.