Vendor demonstrates Eagleview aerial‑imagery platform; county hears $43,200/year estimate

A representative from Eagleview demonstrated Eagleview Cloud to the Avery County Board of Commissioners at the May 7 budget workshop and described potential uses of aerial imagery for planning, GIS mapping, property assessments and emergency response.

Joe Wilson, the Eagleview presenter, emphasized that sharp, current aerial images can aid county planning, improve property‑assessment accuracy and help police and fire departments prepare for emergencies and severe‑weather events. He provided a vendor cost estimate: $43,200 per year for a three‑year subscription term.

Board members told staff the product appeared to be a practical tool for several county departments, though the transcript records interest rather than a formal procurement approval. County staff and commissioners will need to follow procurement rules and return to the board with any formal contract or budget amendment if the county pursues the purchase.

No motion or vote was recorded on purchasing Eagleview Cloud at this meeting; the workshop discussion established interest and next steps for staff evaluation.