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Configure the ArcGIS Pro Project Template

Configuring the ArcGIS Pro Project Template will streamline data edits and map creation and provide a solid foundation for the duration of an incident.

Note: It is very important to begin with a new zip of the Current_GeoOps_Folder_Structure when setting up a project. This will allow the Pro Project Template to establish the correct file pathways. Reusing the folder structure or the Pro Project Template is not recommended.
  1. In the \projects folder, open the 2025_ProProjectTemplate APRX file.

  2. A display issue affects the Home Folder name in some versions of Pro. In the Project Folders under Contents, rename the Home Folder after confirming the underlying connection is correct. 

    Rename Home Folder

  3. In the Project Databases folder under Contents, rename the Default GDB (other_incident_data GDB) with the incident name and Unique Fire ID. 

    Rename the GDB

    Note: A slow double-click on the database name in the Catalog View must be used to update the name. The Rename button will be grayed out. Be sure to rename the Default GDB prior to opening the provided Map View or a database lock will be created, and you will be unable to rename the Default GDB.

  4. Rename the Annotation and Progression GDBs. 

    Rename the annotation and progression GDBs

  5. Navigate to the Project Maps folder. Open the provided map view {MapType}_2025_{IncidentName}.

    1. ​Add the Incident Name to the map title, but leave {MapType}.

    2. Repair the path of the DynamicTextUpdate table to the existing table in the Default GDB (other_incident_data.gdb). 

      Repair the default GDB

    3. Set the coordinate system of the map to a local projected coordinate system. 

      Set the coordinate systems

    Note: By setting the coordinate system now, all incident projects will inherit this configuration. If you do not wish to use the same coordinate system for all incident projects, this can be set after each Save-As of the ProProjectTemplate APRX.
  6. Save the Project.

 

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