Latest Contributions by AdamCarnow

While the American Public Works Association (APWA) can trace the history of their annual conference back to 1894, it has been known as the Public Works Expo (PWX) since 2016. This year’s event was in Chicago, IL, and as we have done for decades, Esri was there to support the organization, event, and community. This was my fourth PWX, and the best by far. Here is a short recap of my PWX 2025 experience. https://www.esri.com/en-us/industries/blog/articles/next-gen-public-works-pwx-2025-recap   ... View more

The Esri Public Works Seminar Series continues in Salt Lake City, UT on 9/30 & New Brunswick, NJ on 10/2. Learn how next-generation public works departments are powered by ArcGIS. Sign up now, space is limited! The content is high level, so be sure to bring your decision maker colleagues. Anyone who has anything to do with maintaining public infrastructure would find it valuable. See you there! https://www.esri.com/en-us/c/industry/public-works/next-gen-public-works-seminar-series   ... View more

Always an item of interest...the most important job skills in 2025. Take note that what are traditionally known as "soft skills" but more recently are known as "essential skills" dominate the list. Technical, or hard skills are fewer and lower down on the list. Programming is #23 on the list. Bottom line: you want to move up? Work on your essential skills. Much harder to master, and much harder to find... https://www.visualcapitalist.com/ranked-the-most-important-job-skills-in-2025/   ... View more

Always an item of interest...the most important job skills in 2025. Take note that what are traditionally known as "soft skills" but more recently are known as "essential skills" dominate the list. Technical, or hard skills are fewer and lower down on the list. Programming is #23 on the list. Bottom line: you want to move up? Work on your essential skills. Much harder to master, and much harder to find... https://www.visualcapitalist.com/ranked-the-most-important-job-skills-in-2025/   ... View more

Here's a great article from StateScoop magazine on how Lawrence, KS and Douglas Co., NE are using ArcGIS paired with AI and LiDAR to ensure their curb ramps and sidewalks are compliant with the Americans with Disabilities Act. https://statescoop.com/gis-midwest-curb-ramp-accessibility-2025/   ... View more

Check out this great video from the 2025 Esri International User Conference plenary. In it, Jess Altamira and Caitlin Marin demonstrate how ArcGIS is being enhanced with AI Assistants, GeoAI, and a new AI Framework. The workflows shown support Public Works and use data from Chattanooga, TN. Share with your colleagues to show them how GIS and AI can help benefit your organization and community. https://mediaspace.esri.com/media/t/1_awqmivo2   ... View more

The 12th annual State of the Cities report identifies the unique challenges and opportunities facing cities, towns and villages across the United States, offering a comprehensive analysis of community priorities in 2025.   This is essential information if you work in municipal GIS. It is critical that you align your work to support the priorities of executives and elected officials. This report helps document those priorities. https://www.nlc.org/resource/state-of-the-cities-2025/ ... View more

The 2025 Esri Senior Executive Summit videos are online. These are great ways to show execs the benefits & potential of GIS, so be sure to share them. You can never have enough executive sponsorship... https://mediaspace.esri.com/channel/2025%2BEsri%2BSenior%2BExecutive%2BSummit/382857813   ... View more

Yes, that’s right – building on the success of last year’s Summit, the 13th GIS Managers Summit is new and improved for 2025. Get ready for one of the best single-day, GIS events on the planet. Join 600+ of your peers, from across the US and abroad, to discover best practices and learn practical leadership tips from some of the foremost leaders and SMEs in the industry. This event is for current and future GIS Managers/Leaders, as well as others interested in learning more about the business of enterprise GIS and how to follow The Path to Geospatial Excellence. This is not a day of endless slide presentations and software demonstrations – this is an interactive collection of networking experiences, group discussions, panels, and questions and answers – so bring lots of business cards, be prepared to participate and expand your personal network and skills development. Leave with actionable information you can apply to improve your GIS program and professional development. Topics to be covered include: building and applying a proven framework for GIS programs governance enabling innovation spatial literacy leading without a title transitioning from manager to leader surviving adversity operationalizing your strategy In addition to staff from Esri and distributors, scheduled presenters include Eric Abrams, James Alberque, Trisha Brush, Véronique Couttee-Jenkins, Erin Fashoway, Louis Hill, Gary Maguire, Liz Parrish, Cierra Scriven, and Scott Weisman. To learn more about the Summit, read this summary from last year’s event. The Summit takes place on Sunday, July 13th, at the Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina, right before the Esri User Conference. Due to limited space, a reservation is required. To attend, register for the User Conference, then make a reservation to attend the Summit by adding it to your schedule. There is no additional cost, and no invite is required. Make your reservation now! See you there! ... View more

For the first time ever, Esri is bringing the latest techniques on how ArcGIS can support the entire Public Works mission directly to our users with the Esri Public Works Seminar Series. Spend a day learning how you can uncover hidden value in your GIS and integrate advanced technologies like AI, 3D, real-time, digital twins, and drones into your business. Space is limited. Sign up now. Please monitor this site as more locations will be added. https://www.esri.com/en-us/c/industry/public-works/next-gen-public-works-seminar-series ... View more

The Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District in Northern California has created an award-winning, ArcGIS-powered app for hikers. https://www.esri.com/en-us/lg/industry/government/stories/award-winning-app-redefines-trail-accessibility-for-hikers ... View more

Parks are more than just green spaces; they’re the heart of our communities, fostering healthier lives and building climate resilience. But here’s the catch: for parks to take care of us, we need to take care of them. That’s where dedicated professionals in parks and recreation come in. They work tirelessly to ensure community parks are not just beautiful, but also sustainable and long-lasting. Managing parks is no small feat. It’s a multifaceted job that requires a comprehensive approach to keep green spaces thriving. Park management is inherently a location-based business, involving everything from maintaining trails and facilities to playground inspections and ensuring public safety. However, professionals in this field often face challenges such as manual workflows based on paper, PDFs, and spreadsheets, delayed response times, compliance risks, budget constraints, and a lack of transparency. To tackle these challenges, many parks and recreation organizations are turning to advanced geospatial tools like ArcGIS and OpenGov Asset Management. These tools make park management more efficient, ensuring that our parks continue to benefit us for generations to come. For instance, two Texas cities, Plano and Arlington, have successfully implemented these solutions, helping them to overcome these challenges and run smarter park operations. Click here to read the rest of the story. ... View more

Please join me, OpenGov & staff from Plano, TX & Arlington, TX for a Smart Parks webinar Tu March 4, 11AM-12PM Central on Elevating Maintenance with Cartegraph Asset Management & ArcGIS https://opengov.com/resources/smart-parks-smarter-tools-elevating-maintenance-with-cartegraph-asset-management-and-arcgis/?utm_source=Partner&utm_medium=ESRI&utm_content=SmartParks  ... View more

Employees in Oak Hill, West Virginia, are using maps, imagery, and mobile apps to track the development and organization of Needleseye Park, providing stakeholders with greater transparency about the park’s progress. Read the rest of the article here. ... View more