What is GIS?
A geographic information system (GIS) allows us to view and understand data in many ways that reveal relationships, patterns and trends in the form of maps, reports and charts.
A GIS helps us answer questions and solve problems by examining data in an easy to view and understand manner. Geography plays a role in nearly every business decision and a GIS assists us in making more informed decisions.
What is Hennepin GIS?
Hennepin GIS is a county wide effort to incorporate GIS into key business areas within Hennepin County. A few examples of this include:
- Sheriff -911 dispatching and crime analysis
- Emergency Management -Hazard mitigation and preparedness
- Environmental Services -Monitoring of soils, wetlands and hazardous waste
- Health & Human Services -Location awareness and service distribution
- Taxpayer Services -Property delineation, tax assessment and election results
- Public Works -Asset management, transportation and construction planning
Our Mission
Hennepin County's GIS mission is to provide accurate, accessible and comprehensive GIS data and services that meet the changing needs of Hennepin County and our community.
