Tuesday, October 18. 2005

USGS to Contract Out Topo Maps

Yes, that's what new USGS Director Patrick Leahy said to the ACSM, according to its latest Government Update (via GeoCarta ). Leahy noted that the failures in Katrina were failures of science and went on to note the increased demand for new maps by other flood prone areas. The article concludes: "To respond top the increased need for topographic maps, the USGS will start contracting with state and local governments, as well as the private sector for the development of the new maps."

Maybe the rumors I heard about the government wanting to shut down USGS entirely is possible?

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