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10/01/2026

2026 Aerials Now Available - Preliminary aerials for 2026 added to KGIS Map

A new set of "preliminary" aerials from Winter 2026 are available to ArcMap and ArcGIS Pro users. and have been added to KGIS Maps. These aerials are a by-product of the oblique photography capture conducted by EagleView\Pictometry (on behalf of the Knox County Property Assessor's office and KGIS). The more accurate version of these aerials will be made available later this year.

While the 2026 aerial image is an accurate representation of ground conditions (at the time taken), it has not been fully rectified and should ONLY be used with the following understanding:

The imagery has NOT been fully rectified to ground control and is not as accurate as a true orthophoto.
The imagery may have breaks, gaps, and other issues. This is especially true around elevated features such as bridges and overpasses.

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03/05/2026

KGIS Employment Opportunities: Database Administrator

KGIS also has an opening for a Database Administrator to support the operation, performance, and reliability of KGIS’s enterprise GIS database environment. This position focuses on the implementation, maintenance, and optimization of mission critical database systems (Primary: Oracle; Secondary: SQL Server).

The selected candidate will work closely with the Geographic Information Officer to administer and enhance KGIS’s enterprise database platforms. Core responsibilities include:

• Conducting performance monitoring, tuning, and optimization

• Ensuring database availability, scalability, and security

• Implementing and managing backup, recovery, and disaster recovery procedures

• Supporting GIS data workflows for partner agencies

• Participating in operational planning and system enhancements

• Performing additional duties as assigned by the Geographic Information Officer

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03/05/2026

KGIS Employment Opportunities: System Support Analyst

KGIS currently has an opening for a System Support Analyst to support the KGIS system infrastructure and users. The purpose of this position is to provide additional technical resources for systems administration, network management, cybersecurity monitoring, and general user support activities.

The selected candidate will work closely with the KGIS System Administrator to support day to day operational needs across the KGIS environment.

Responsibilities include:

• Supporting network and server operations

• Participating in cybersecurity monitoring and response

• Assisting with system updates, maintenance, and troubleshooting

• Providing hands on technical support to KGIS users

• Performing additional duties as assigned by the System Administrator or Geographic Information Officer.

MUNIS Self Services

01/06/2026

Please join us for a community-focused fundraising event with the Knoxville Track Club called the Hero’s Hill Challenge, which will take place on March 21, 2026, starting at 8:00 a.m. at Johnson University, 7900 Johnson Drive, Knoxville. We expect all competitions and the awards ceremony to conclude no later than noon.

The event will feature a 1-mile fun run, a 5K, and an endurance challenge that can be completed individually or as teams of four. The endurance challenge will consist of a 1-mile run, 140 burpees, 140 squats, and 140 lunges, followed by a final 1-mile run to the finish line. The number 140 represents the current number of homeless veterans in Knox County, highlighting the critical need for support in our community.

In addition to the athletic events, we plan to host food and retail vendors, creating a family-friendly atmosphere and encouraging broader community participation throughout the morning.

We are deeply enthusiastic about this project and all that it has the potential to accomplish. As the mayor has said many times, “No veteran should be without a place to call home in the country they swore to defend.” Being part of bringing comfort, dignity, and stability to these veterans is central to our mission.

You can register as a participant or sign up as a volunteer.

12/22/2025

KGIS Announcement

At its meeting of this past Thursday, December 18, 2025, the KGIS Policy Board unanimously appointed Chris Halcomb as the next Geographic Information Officer (GIO) of KGIS.

Many of you already know Chris. He has been an employee with KGIS since 2004, serving in different roles: first as KGIS's GIS Analyst, then as Landbase Administrator, and most recently (for the past 14+ years) as KGIS's Database Administrator.

Chris replaces Keith Stump, who is scheduled to retire from KGIS on January 2, 2026 after 37+ years of employment.

The GIO serves as the Executive Director of the KGIS organization.

Congratulations on your new assignment Chris! Your experience and skills will be of great benefit to KGIS, and we look forward to all the future accomplishments of this organization. Feel free to pass this Good News to others throughout your respective organizations.

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12/02/2025

KGIS System Upgrade Technical Issues

Some applications currently not working.

KGIS personnel are aware of several technical issues with KGIS applications as a result of the recent system-wide upgrade. We hope to get the applications back to full operation very soon and apologize for the inconvenience. The applications with known issues include the following:

KGIS Maps:
To accommodate the latest software version, several cartographic adjustments have been made to the initial Standard base map. Over the next several months, KGIS staff will continue to "adjust" this map to better display the many (and different) types of items that appear on this map.

The Advanced Address search does not FIND newly created addresses. This applies to any address created/modified since November 15. (It should be noted, however, that the underlying base map may indeed still display those newly created addresses). Alternative workaround: Use the "I Want To...Address" search tool in Mobile Maps or Planning Cases. That tool has access to the most recent address data.

Neighborhood Groups. The Business Groups layer does not display. KGIS awaiting a temporary fix from software vendor.

11/18/2025

KGIS System Upgrade Technical Issues. Some applications currently not working

KGIS System Upgrade Technical Issues
Some applications currently not working
Author: Keith G. Stump/Tuesday, November 18, 2025/Categories: Public

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KGIS personnel are aware of several technical issues with KGIS applications as a result of the recent system-wide upgrade. We hope to get the applications back to full operation very soon, and apologize for the inconvenience. The applications with known issues include the following:

Multiple Apps: The PRINT map tool doesn't work for the Standard map theme. Suggested Workaround: choose a different Map Theme, or perhaps take a screenshot using PrtScn/Copy/Paste functions from one's keyboard.

This issue is found in the following web apps:

KGIS Maps
Historical Maps
Mobile Maps
Neighborhood Groups
Planning Cases

Neighborhood Groups. Error displaying the Business Organization boundaries. KGIS awaiting temporary fix from software vendor.
Quick video on the workaround of switching to a different base map.- Click Here
https://www.kgis.org/portal/portals/0/videos/misc/KGISBaseMapIssue_WorkAround.mp4

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11/10/2025

10/14/2025

Executive Director \ GIO position

Keith Stump, the current Executive Director \ GIO of the KGIS organization, has planned his retirement at the beginning of 2026.

Keith has been with KGIS for 36+ years, having begun employment on January 9, 1989. He first served as the Database Administrator for this organization prior to being appointed as Executive Director in 2001.

The GIO position has been posted on Knox County's website as
well as on Indeed . Those interested in applying for this position please follow the instructions on either site.

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