In a recent government meeting, San Miguel County officials introduced the Advanced Web Map, a new digital tool designed to enhance navigation and accessibility for residents and visitors. This application aims to provide a user-friendly interface that allows for customized map interactions, catering to a variety of needs.

The Advanced Web Map features a layout consisting of panels, toolbars, and a central map area. Users can personalize their experience by adjusting the appearance of the application, including options to show or hide side panels and toolbars. Notably, the interface includes an expanded view button, which increases text and icon sizes for improved visibility, making it particularly beneficial for users with lower vision.

Key functionalities of the map include a side panel with three tabs: home, legend, and layers. The home tab offers guided searches, while the legend tab displays symbols for visible layers. Users can manage map layers through the layers tab, allowing them to toggle visibility and access detailed information about individual layers.

The toolbar is organized into five categories, encompassing general map tools, measurement tools, drawing tools, and options for printing and sharing. Additional features, such as a search box and zoom tools, are conveniently located around the map area, enhancing user interaction.

The meeting highlighted the importance of accessibility in digital tools, with officials emphasizing that all customizations will reset upon refreshing the application. This ensures that users can easily return to the default settings if needed.

As San Miguel County continues to develop this Advanced Web Map, officials anticipate that it will serve as a valuable resource for the community, facilitating better navigation and engagement with local geography. Future discussions will likely focus on user feedback and potential enhancements to further improve the application’s functionality.