Volume 2, August 2003....


FirstSearch Report
(ASTM database report)

Aerial
Photographs

Groundwater
Well Report

Chain of Title

City Directory

MUNI Report

Oil & Gas
Well Search

NEPA Checklist

Compliance
Review

Agency File
Research

Endangered
Species Review

Maps and Other Information

Professional and Consulting Services

Product Order Form


Texas Aerial Research Service...
Banks Information Solutions, Inc. specializes in providing historical aerial photos for sites in the state of Texas. For a very competitive cost of $65, Banks will research and obtain all available aerial photographs for your Texas site (three to five decades) with a conveniently quick turnaround of one to two days. Not only do we usually include a Digital Ortho Quad (DOQ), we are also able to digitize the photos so we can deliver them via email at no extra charge.

AND, for those of you who need MORE... Check out the competitive prices on our Research Packages for Texas. Not only can the Texas packages save you money but also by ordering products in bundles, you will save time in getting your reports completed. The Star Package (including: FirstSearch Report plus all available aerials) and the Land History Package (including: City Directory, Chain of Title, and Aerials) are two of our most popular research packages among our more busy clients.

For information on our Aerial Research Service, please call Chris Tinsley at (512) 478-0059.


Summer Vacation...
Just like most of you, I look forward to summer! A week or two away from the office with families and friends is our reward for all the hard work during the previous year. However, just getting out of town can be stressful, with all the last minute phone calls, assignments, arrangements, etc. And have you noticed how hard it is to finish a project because all of your vendors seem to be out of town at the same time? On top of that, back at the office we have to cover the phones, answer inquiries about projects that we know nothing about, and keep things running smoothly for fellow workers that are on vacation.

Sometimes it seems overwhelming – this summer vacation business. But you know what? It’s all worth it. My family and I had a wonderful time on the beach in South Carolina earlier this month. I hope you had a safe and enjoyable summer.

J. B. Bleckley, President


5-Day Cruise Winner...

Banks Information Solutions, Inc. is proud to announce that Kevin Wynne with Berg Oliver Associates, Inc. was the winner of our grand prize TCEQ Trade show Carnival Cruise Line Giveaway! We would like to thank all participants in this year’s trade show who took the time to register for the premier prize of this year’s trade show. Let’s all hope that Kevin and his family have a safe and wonderful cruise. Congrats again Kevin!

We look forward to seeing everyone again at next year’s trade show. Who knows what we will give away next year?


Wayne Turner named Vice President of Sales and Marketing...

Banks Information Solutions, Inc., a leader in Environmental information nationwide, announces the appointment of Wayne Turner as Vice President of Marketing & Sales.

Mr. Turner brings many years of experience from his work in the environmental information and environmental investigation industries. He spent four years selling information to engineering firms and over a year marketing and conducting Phase I investigations.

"I have known, J. B., Kirk and most of the Banks employees for many years and I know what a great job they have always done of providing quality service to their clients” said Turner. “I am very happy to now be a part of the Banks family. I am also looking forward to seeing and working with, many of my old friends, who were clients, during my days with VISTA/Fidelity National Information Solutions."

“Wayne's first-hand knowledge of the environmental industry and sales will be an invaluable asset to Banks,” says J.B. Bleckley, President of Banks. “For the past year and a half, Wayne worked for a highly respected environmental engineering firm and has performed Phase I and II Site Assessments! Wayne's clients have become trusted friends down through the years and know that he will work hard on their behalf. We are very pleased to add Wayne to the Banks family.”

Wayne Turner works out of the McKinney, Texas office and can be easily reached via email at wturner@banksinfo.com or by phone at 972-562-5532.


This section of The Solution is devoted to the users of our Environmental FirstSearch software, the most powerful and advanced ASTM database tool available anywhere. In this section of each newsletter, you will be provided with
the ‘extra’ information that helps let you know that you are also receiving the best service available.


Measuring Distance...
Ever wonder what the distance is between two points on your FirstSearch map? Whether you’re locating your target site or viewing your actual report, you can easily use a measuring distance tool. From the FirstSearch map screen, simply hold the ‘Shift’ key while at the same time depressing your ‘Left Click’ on your mouse. Now by moving your mouse around you will be able to view a box that will give you the current distance and current degree of angle.


Additional Services...

You can order additional high quality ancillary services from Banks such as aerial photos for your subject site using your FirstSearch software. Before you click the Send button in your software to order your FirstSearch Report, go to the Additional Services tab and select from any of the listed ancillary services. In these fields, you will be able to provide us with your courier and shipping information, site information, and any special instructions. If your report has already been run, then open your report, through the software, and click on the Services tab on the bottom toolbar of the Search Summary screen. Then choose from the drop down menu the service you would like to order. When completed, click Send and the software communications will place the requested order.

For more information on FirstSearch please call Trace Hight at (512)-478-0059 or see www.firstsearchreport.com


“We have been very pleased with Banks and FirstSearch. The service has been excellent and the FirstSearch software package offers features and advantages that the competition simply cannot match. When problems have occurred, they have been resolved quickly. I find the software easy to use and able to meet our specific needs for quick turnaround and effective handling of unmappables.”

Randall Eicher
C&E Environmental

Banks Information Solutions, Inc. - P.O Box 12851, Capitol Station - Austin, TX 78711
800-531-5255 - email questions or comments to customerservice@banksinfo.com - www.banksinfo.com