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Brian Portwood, is a licensed professional land surveyor, federal employee and historian of land rights law
This article is part of a quarterly series on the wide variety of issues associated with boundary and easement disputes which arise in the federal context, emphasizing the importance of understanding the historical origin of federal land rights, from the perspective of a professional land surveyor. This 18th edition takes us to the High Desert country of Mohave County, Arizona to examine a controversy over mineral rights, which arose upon the picturesque landscape not far east of Kingman. Those who have experienced the grandeur of Arizona, either in person or as vividly displayed since 1925 in Arizona Highways, perhaps our nation's most impressive magazine, are invited to partake of this short diversion to the Copper State.
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Reply from Curt Sumner
I have been contacted by a few NSPS members about a recent article in which were included comments attributed to me that were provided in response to specific questions about surveying. In fact, both Tim Burch (NSPS VP) and I were contacted by the author of the article and we agreed on the answers that I had crafted. To clarify any questions about NSPS participation in the preparation of the article, I wanted to provide to readers of NSPS News & Views the questions that we were asked, and our responses.
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The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) recently released a series of interactive online maps designed to promote climbing and other recreational opportunities on BLM-managed public lands. The maps allow individuals to easily plan climbing experiences at sites all across the West. Now climbers can pull information about specific BLM-managed climbing areas through a centralized online tool while on the go. The maps, available here, include useful site information such as photos, season of use, area characteristics, and difficulty levels. Visitors can also find a number of nearby attractions for each climbing site. BLM-managed public lands represent the largest acreage available for recreation in America. About 67 million visits are made annually to these public lands and waters, supporting more than 47,000 jobs nationwide and contributing almost $7 billion to the country’s economy.
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In past issues of this publication we have provided information about the theft of surveying equipment, and efforts that are taking place to address it. Readers will recall our mention of the great work being in Florida. A recent article in POB magazine addresses the issue. NSPS also has a “Stolen Equipment” section on our website. Take time to learn more about what can be done, and is being done, when thefts occur. And don’t forget to stress to field crews the importance of being aware. Stay safe out there!
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Dear NSPS members: You may know that NSPS and the USIBD have a working agreement and supports each other’s goals and members. What you may not recall is that USIBD (USIBD.org) is a non-profit organization formed to provide education, networking, and standards for the Existing Condition BIM and Building Documentation market. The following request was provided by the USIBD Board of Directors, asking for our assistance. The letter below provides the details for their request from our membership. We and the USIBD want to thank you in advance for any effort you extend on this matter.
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NSPS Government Affairs Consultant John Palatiello appeared Monday before a Regulatory Enforcement Fairness hearing conducted by the National Ombudsman of the Small Business Administration (SBA), continuing the effort to repeal All Agency Memorandum 212, applying the Davis-Bacon Act to members of survey crews. Palatiello told ombudsman Stefanie Baker Wehagen and a panel Federal officials the Labor Department’s 2013 regulation was based on a bad process and bad policy. He noted that it has been six years since the Obama Administration defined survey crew members as “laborers and mechanics” under the controversial federal prevailing wage law, “yet the Wage and Hour Division still not issued wage determinations for survey crew occupations”, but has made 200 “conformances”. He asked the ombudsman to join the SBA Office of Chief Counsel for Advocacy in urging the Labor Department to repeal AAM 212.
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A new survey reveals the West Coast has lost about 85% of its historical estuary habitat, but the mapping could also help identify restoration opportunities and provide a baseline for predicting future changes. Though large estuaries like the Columbia River have been mapped and surveyed extensively, the recent survey is the first time researchers have applied consistent mapping methods for estuaries along the contiguous West Coast. Marshlands and tidal wetlands that form where rivers transition to the ocean provide rich, dynamic habitat for plants and wildlife, and serve as crucial nurseries for young salmon and steelhead. Research in the lower Columbia River shows some salmon species linger in the estuary even longer than scientists had realized, putting on the size and weight that will help them thrive in the ocean. By combining past research with elevation mapping from LIDAR and water level modeling available from NOAA, they establish the extent of estuary habitat and uncover the reach of the historic habitat. In the past, wetland mapping relied heavily on the interpretation of aerial photos and data like soil surveys. Researchers would work with landowners to understand changes in the habitat because of past and current development.
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The National Geospatial Advisory Committee (NGAC) will meet from September 4-5, 2019, at the National Conservation Training Center in Shepherdstown, West Virginia. The NGAC provides advice and recommendations related to the management of Federal and national geospatial programs, the development of the National Spatial Data Infrastructure (NSDI), and the implementation of the Geospatial Data Act (GDA) of 2018 and Office of Management and Budget Circular A–16. The NGAC reviews and comments on geospatial policy and management issues and provides a forum to convey views representative of non-federal stakeholders in the geospatial community. The NGAC meeting is one of the primary ways that the FGDC collaborates with its broad network of partners. Agenda topics include: 1) FGDC Update; 2) Geospatial Data Act (GDA) Implementation; 3) Cultural and Historical Geospatial Resources; 4) Geospatial Infrastructure; and 5) Landsat Advisory Group. The Department of the Interior (DOI) is seeking nominations to serve on the NGAC. NSPS member Gary Thompson was re-appointed on the NGAC in April. The GDA requires the appointment of "licensed geospatial data acquisition professionals" to shift away from the current membership’s preponderance of data users. Nominations to participate on this Committee must be received by August 27. Note to NSPS members: If you have interest in pursuing nomination to the NGAC, please contact NSPS Executive Director Curt Sumner, curtis.sumner@nsps.us.com
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The advent of a $3,000 high-precision GNSS rover holds a certain appeal, even more so when a test drive reveals that it holds its own with top-end rovers in many ways. But there is more to this story than just price.
A bit of a revolution is happening in the world of high-precision GNSS gear: a growing acceptance of fit-for-purpose geospatial tools and solutions, a greater global pool of innovators, and new players, like Tersus, that are offering affordable and capable gear.
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Resilient and accurate positioning, navigation and timing is of paramount importance in safety critical cyber-physical systems, such as aviation and transportation. As these CPS evolve towards becoming fully autonomous, the requirements on their PNT systems become more stringent than ever before. With no human in-the-loop, an inaccurate PNT solution; or more dangerously, PNT system failure, could have intolerable consequences.
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CIT, The Center for Innovative Technology, announced a ground-breaking contract that will improve state agency access to unmanned aerial systems service providers. Virginia's Department of General Service and the National Association of State Procurement Officials led the contracting effort on behalf of all 50 states, the District of Columbia and the territories of the United States.
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Geospatial World
Integrating GIS and enterprise data gives organizations a clear competitive advantage — they have better insights, they make better business decisions and are more innovative, says Matthew Zenus, Global SAP HANA and Database Solutions Strategy Leader.
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The Kansas Department of Transportation has received permission to conduct the first beyond-visual-line-of-sight drone operation in the nation leveraging only onboard detect-and-avoid systems.
This is the first U.S. Federal Aviation Administration authorized operation to fly without a requirement for visual observers or ground-based radar.
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No matter what the future holds, prepare to meet challenges head on. Future-proof your resume by becoming a Certified Survey Technician (CST). This unique four-level certification program indicates official recognition by NSPS that a person can perform surveying tasks at a specific technical level.
Show what you can do! Decide between the field or office track. Visit http://www.cstnsps.com for details.
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Did you know that CST Certification improves the image of Survey Technicians within the profession?
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Director, Cotton Jones (WY) |
| President-Elect, Mark Sargent (NH) |
Director, Thomas Brooks (AL) |
| Vice President, Tim Burch (IL) |
Director, Bob Neathamer (OR) |
| Treasurer, Bob Miller (PA) |
Director, Danny Martinez (NE) |
| Secretary, Craig Amey (MI) |
Executive Director, Curt Sumner (MD) |
| Immediate Past President, Kim Leavitt (ID) |
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