GIS Solutions for Local Government

Affordable. Adaptable. Accessible.

Civic Vanguard empowers local governments with budget-friendly, collaborative, and GIS-centric software and services through our CivQuest platform.

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Works with your existing ArcGIS® environment

Our mission is to serve those who serve our communities

The CivQuest platform enables local governments to leverage GIS and related data across their organization and use it to plan, manage, and measure the investments being made in their communities.

Our software and services give public servants the right tools to effectively and efficiently respond to the needs of their community.

Decades of experience delivering measurable outcomes at the intersection of spatial data and technology

30+

Years Experience

50+

Local Government Clients

100%

ArcGIS® Compatible

∞

Intelligent Automation

Our Services

Comprehensive GIS Solutions

From strategic planning to daily operations, we provide the expertise local governments need to maximize their GIS investments.

Assessment & Strategic Planning

Full lifecycle planning services including data audits, stakeholder interviews, needs assessment, and strategic budgeting to build a roadmap for your GIS success.

Data Audit Needs Assessment Budgeting

ArcGIS® Solutions & Support

Expert maintenance and support for your Esri infrastructure. We handle upgrades, patches, and configuration for ArcGIS Enterprise, Portal, AGOL, and Geodatabases.

Enterprise & Portal ArcGIS Online Upgrades

Data Management

Comprehensive tools and services for mapping, asset tracking, and field data collection, ensuring your spatial data is accurate, consistent, and reliable.

Field Collection Asset Tracking Data Quality

GIS Operations

Ongoing managed services to support your daily operations. From system administration to user support, we ensure your GIS environment operates efficiently.

Managed Services System Admin User Support

CivQuest

Unlock your GIS data with intelligent search and automated notifications

Atlas

Natural language search for your GIS. Ask questions in plain English and get answers from your ArcGIS® data instantly. No coding required.

Natural Language Auto-Configure Web Maps Feature Services

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Notify

Automated alerts from your GIS. Configure notifications once and let them run—subscribers get email or text updates with the data they need.

Email & SMS Scheduled Feeds Public/Private Self-Service

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Esri State and Local Government Specialty

Built for Local Government GIS

We understand the unique challenges of municipal and county GIS operations. Our platform integrates seamlessly with your existing infrastructure—no data migration, no duplicate systems, no disruption to your workflows.

ArcGIS® Online

ArcGIS® Enterprise

Feature Services

OAuth / SSO

Web Maps

Real-time Data

Our Team

Seasoned Veterans

Decades of experience navigating both public and private sectors, building software that resonates with real-world challenges.

Jamie Christensen

Founder

30+ years leading projects at the intersection of spatial data, technology innovation, and data management. Founded WorldView Solutions, acquired by Gannett Fleming in 2018.

Brett Jones, CSM, GISP

Senior Analyst

Certified Scrum Master and GIS Professional with 18+ years in project management, geospatial analysis, and technical consulting for government clients.

Elizabeth Kibler, CSM

Account Manager

Certified Scrum Master overseeing delivery across all client accounts, managing budgets, timelines, and contract compliance for SaaS engagements.