The need for flexibility in a geographic information system is essential for government officials to capture and inventory land related information (e.g. parcels, water, soils, roads, land use, sanitary sewers, inventories, utilities, resources, etc.). Advances in technology have made it practical for a significant number of government agencies to acquire Geographic Information Systems and expertise for use in their unique applications.

Producing the tax base parcel maps and soils computation services in digital form provide flexible, high quality services to the taxpayer, general public and other governmental bodies. Computer generated maps at various types and scales can be easily produced from the original geographic base to optimize the accessibility of land-related records whose geographic location is of importance. Maintenance and manipulation of information from a GIS is far less time consuming and therefore far more effective than traditional map production methods.

The fundamental basis of our individual mapping and computerized parcel base property development is to meet or exceed the client's specifications in the areas of accuracy, ease of use, and uniformity. Using the county's parcel number, Bruce Harris & Associates ensures a permanent solution when tracking and updating changes in geographic locations. This State of Illinois recommended parcel numbering system also serves as the main link to database information throughout the county.