The City of Marysville introduced GIS administrator Dave Doop as the November Employee of the Month during a recent City Council meeting. He was lauded for his mapping services and helping to create and maintain several databases in use by Public Works and other city departments.

A Geographic Information System (GIS) allows residents, city employees and visitors to visually display city data through maps and overlaid layers of various data, using mapping software and a variety of online tools. Doop has served as the City's GIS Administrator since June 1998. He has devoted significant time and energy toward building computer systems to help Public Works better track operational information needed for planning and reporting, said Gloria Hirashima, Community Development Director.

His efforts will increase efficiency in tracking response to designated ice and snow routes and zones in the event of a snowstorm. Doop is working to integrate reports to meet the department's planning needs.

Doop is an avid bicycle rider/commuter and an advocate for physical activity and bike commuting. In his spare time, he also likes to travel, hike and play guitar.

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