The AGIC Symposium is coming up fast. Plan to be at the Prescott Resort in beautiful Prescott, AZ from August 26-29 to network with and learn from other GIS Professionals and Vendors from across the state. Important dates to remember:
*May 23: Abstract submissions due. Submittal form.
*May 9: T-shirt Design Contest entries due. Entry guidelines.
*July 18: Scholarship applications due. Includes the Tony Gonzales and Women in GIS Scholarships.
*July 28: Last day for early bird registration
*Sponsorship sign-up now open.
*August 4: Last day for group room block at Prescott Resort.
Check the AGIC Symposium website for more details. Follow us on the AGIC-L Listserv or on social media to hear further announcements.
For middle and upper-class families, there is a common trend of moving to less urban, more suburban areas once they have children. This shift is often driven by the perception that cities are crowded and lack sufficient space. However, cities can be more environmentally friendly since they tend of promote more use of public transportation and less personal use of a car, and leave more space for other activities. This article explores how GIS can be used to design cities that are more child-friendly.
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