ready for a final inspection, audit, or close-out. The data is saved and there is a
permanent record of the work history for that specific tree. Additionally, data fields
for multiple trees can be updated at one time with an easy-to-use interface rather
than manually opening the popup form for each tree to make each change.
The public also benefits from the cloud-based inventory in unique ways. An "inter-
active legend" allows the public to easily switch between exploring trees by spe-
for each tree, and the data would then
have to be manually entered into the Esri
ArcMap database. There was no simple
and efficient way to create work orders,
record changes, or manage priorities.
Since the original inventory was done
in 2006, technology has come a long
way. The City vetted many cloud-based
products and decided on the Tree
Plotter and Work Order Management
program. Roughly 8,000 tree records
were imported into the software's inter-
active map; roles and logins were set
up for the City staff, contractors, and
guests; and the County's aerial imagery
was displayed in the tool.
From the field, City staff can identify a
tree maintenance problem and create
a work order that is sent directly to the
contractor, who has access to all the
pertinent information about the tree(s)
and a map showing where the tree is
located, labeled by ID number. With the
click of a button, the contractor can
also let the City manager know that a
work order has been completed and is
Printing and emailing a work order in Aspen's software app.
A complete view of Aspen's app including welcome page, reporting interface, and form
for the public to submit tree service requests.
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