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Thursday, March 06, 2008
Google Launches Cities in 3D Program
Google has just launched their Cities in 3D Program, "inviting cities, towns, and other local governments to share their 3D data with the public by adding a model of their city to Google Earth."
Benefits to local governments include:
Engaging the Public in Planning
- Land use/zoning
- Redevelopment
- Historic preservation
Fostering Economic Development
- New business recruitment
- Business site location planning
- Real estate development
Boosting Tourism
- Landmarks and attractions
- Community event planning
Simplifying Navigation and Geographic Analysis
Enhancing Facilities Management
Supporting Security and Crime Prevention
Facilitating Emergency Management
Google has just launched their Cities in 3D Program, "inviting cities, towns, and other local governments to share their 3D data with the public by adding a model of their city to Google Earth."
Benefits to local governments include:
Engaging the Public in Planning
- Land use/zoning
- Redevelopment
- Historic preservation
Fostering Economic Development
- New business recruitment
- Business site location planning
- Real estate development
Boosting Tourism
- Landmarks and attractions
- Community event planning
Simplifying Navigation and Geographic Analysis
Enhancing Facilities Management
Supporting Security and Crime Prevention
Facilitating Emergency Management
# posted by J @ 1:48 AM 