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• Retain the X- terminals so that citizens can query the coverages to find out information about their property . The above alternative can be implemented at a lower cost than the CIP plan, including the additional digitizer and operating software . A question exists, however, as to whether the department should rely exclusively on a geographic information system which is work station based or PC based or some combination of the two systems . The answer to this question lies in installing ArcView GIS on selected department computers . ArcView is a complete system for accessing, displaying, querying, analyzing, and publishing the department ' s coverages . ArcView links traditional data analysis tools, such as spreadsheets and business graphics, with maps for a completely integrated system . While the ArcView software can be run using either a computer or work station-based format, its utility lies in the fact that coverages created using the ARCINFO (GIS ) operating system can easily accessed by a property owner to display maps of the natural and cultural features located on his/her property. While ArcView provides tremendous advantages to the department and the new divisions, there are some obstacles to overcome . One major obstacle is the need to network systems so that maps can be prepared and stored using the work stations, and viewed or printed using computers . VA ile networking computer and work station-based systems can be accomplished, new funding will be necessary. As an example, it 11 be necessary to ipgra(le all of the department ' s computers again. Space Needs Aside from the issue of equipment needs, a question exists as to whether there is space in Department for a new division . A more basic question is so even if space is available, the Planning should an effort be made to bring the new division ' s staff members closer together, particularly the planners ? Furthermore, if staff relocation is necessary, should efforts be made to consolidate staff as close to a division basis as possible? Finally, are there any foreseeable changes which would warrant an increase in stall? The answer to these questions exists in the current office space arrangement . To accommodate these various needs, the following office arrangement is proposed . • Move the drink and snack machines from the Break Room to the Front Lobby . • Move the copier to the former Break Room, including the cabinet and table used to store paper. • Convert the former Copy Room to offices and move two of the three new division members, Emily Cameron and Don Belk, to that area . • Set up Lora Galineau ' s office in the space where Don Belk ' s office was .