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July Webinar: A Place on the Map for Everyone
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Presenters:
Bridget Lawlor, GIS Manager, City of Sandy Springs, GA
Tabitha Duggan, GIS Analyst, City of Sandy Springs, GA
Date and Time:
Tuesday, July 21, 12-1 p.m. CT
A Place on the Map for Everyone
Making GIS More Accessible to Meet WCAG Requirements
Sandy Springs offers a range of public-facing maps that help residents access information on land development, stormwater, parks, capital improvement projects, and more. A Place on the Map for Everyone: Making GIS More Accessible to Meet WCAG Requirements will share Sandy Springs' approach to making GIS content more accessible and inclusive. This webinar will highlight updates made to maps and applications to better align with WCAG requirements, the tools and resources used to assess accessibility, and how those practices have been applied in ArcGIS Online. Attendees will leave with practical ideas for improving accessibility in digital maps and GIS applications.
About Bridget Lawlor
Bridget has served as GIS Manager for the City of Sandy Springs, Georgia, for the past seven years. She began her career in GIS with a natural resources consulting company, then went on to become a Project Manager at a leading AEC firm. Her experience also includes county-level work in both GIS and IT, giving her a broad perspective on how geospatial technology supports public service. Outside of work, Bridget enjoys traveling and exploring Atlanta's trails and parks.
About Tabitha Duggan
Tabitha is a GIS Analyst with the City of Sandy Springs, where she has worked for the past three years supporting mapping and geospatial analysis efforts. Before joining the City, she worked as an Environmental Air Quality Technician in St. Paul, Minnesota. Her background reflects a long-standing interest in people, places, and the ways data can support public service. Outside of work, Tabitha enjoys running and exploring new coffee spots around Atlanta.
