Arkansas Administrative Code Agency 229 - Ar Geographic Information System Board prev State Land Information Board
Here’s an updated overview of Agency 229 in the Arkansas Administrative Code and the evolution of the Geographic Information System (GIS) Board:
🚀 Agency 229 – Arkansas Geographic Information System (GIS) Board
Name & Evolution
Formerly known as the State Land Information Board, it was renamed by Act 244 of 2009 to the State GIS Board (regulations.justia.com).
Establishment & Legal Authority
The board was initially established by Act 1259 of 1995, and further empowered by Act 914 of 1997 under Arkansas Code § 15‑21‑501, to coordinate GIS data statewide (gis.arkansas.gov).
Role & Responsibilities
The board oversees development and maintenance of the Arkansas Spatial Data Infrastructure (SDI), setting standards and coordinating across state, local, regional, educational, and private entities to avoid duplication and promote data sharing .
🔍 Relevant Code: Rule 229.00.18‑001
Universal Citation: AR Admin Rules 229.00.18‑001
Purpose: Establishes standards for the Arkansas Centerline File (ACF)—a network of public roads and driveways with geocodable address ranges, requiring < 10 m horizontal accuracy (regulations.justia.com).
Key Technical Details:
Vector line representation with correct topology
Projection: UTM Zone 15 / NAD83
Metadata requirements, address ranges, and inclusion of specific roadway features (e.g., dual carriageways, ramps, traffic circles) (regulations.justia.com).
🏛️ Governance & Membership
The GIS Board includes 13 appointed members representing: local governments, state agencies, higher education institutions, and the private sector (transform.ar.gov).
📝 Arkansas Code Reference
Arkansas Code § 15‑21‑5 establishes the GIS Office and SDI framework—including principles like validity, consistency, availability, and collaborative coordination—via legislative action (regulations.justia.com).
✅ Summary
Aspect
Details
Agency 229
Arkansas GIS Board (formerly State Land Information Board)
Legal Basis
Established by Acts 1259 (1995), 914 (1997); renamed via Act 244 (2009)
Function
Set standards, coordinate GIS data, oversee SDI
Key Rule
229.00.18‑001 – Arkansas Centerline File standards
Board Composition
13 members from government, academia, and private sector
Location
Falls under Dept. of Transformation and Shared Services
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