7.48 The Photo-reprographic Section was completely re-organized during the year, which saw the installation of the large format precision process camera and construction of additional accommodation. The difficulty of delivering the base of the camera to the 21st floor of Murray Building was overcome with the help of the R.A.F., who lifted it by helicopter during May. Structural modifications, and the supply of electrical, water supply, drainage and air conditioning services for the camera, ancillary equipment and processing rooms were delayed for many reasons and the unit did not come into production until January. However, the section is now fully equipped and should now be able to cope with any demand normal to map production as well as the additional demand brought about by metrication, which will increase during 1973-74. The accuracy and performance of the camera have so far exceeded expectations and its reliability should prove equally good.
7.49 Overall print production was the highest ever recorded for a 12 month period, representing a 12% increase over the previous period. This can be attributed largely to the unprecedented demand for photographic records and evidence of the June rain disasters, the advent of high quality aerial photography and the increasing demand for survey and layout plans, particularly from consultants and development companies.
7.50 The second exhibition of maps was held in the Ocean Terminal from 23rd-28th May and opened by the Hon. SZETO Wai. Public response was encouraging and nearly $20,000 was realized from sale of maps within the exhibition hall.
General
PLANNING BRANCH
Government Town Planner:
A. F. MEYERS, J.P., M.N.Z.I.S., F.R.T.P.I., A.R.I.C.S.
CHAU Cham-son, B.Arch., Dip. C.D., F.R.T.P.I., A.I.A.A. (Acting)
7.51 The Town Planning Branch services the Town Planning Board and Land Development Planning Committee; it provides planning advice to the New Territories Administration and numerous advisory committees. It is responsible for the periodical revision of the Colony Outline Plan and the preparation and updating of the Colony 10-Year
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7.48 The Photo-reprographic Section was completely re-organized during the year, which saw the installation of the large format precision process camera and construction of additional accommodation. The difficulty of delivering the base of the camera to the 21st floor of Murray Building was overcome with the help of the R.A.F., who lifted it by helicopter during May. Structural modifications, and the supply of electrical, water supply, drainage and air conditioning services for the camera, ancillary equipment and processing rooms were delayed for many reasons and the unit did not come into produc- tion until January. However, the section is now fully equipped and should now be able to cope with any demand normal to map produc- tion as well as the additional demand brought about by metrication, which will increase during 1973-74. The accuracy and performance of the camera have so far exceeded expectations and its reliability should prove equally good.
7.49 Overall print production was the highest ever recorded for a 12 month period, representing a 12% increase over the previous period. This can be attributed largely to the unprecedented demand for photo- graphic records and evidence of the June rain disasters, the advent of high quality aerial photography and the increasing demand for survey and layout plans, particularly from consultants and development companies.
7.50 The second exhibition of maps was held in the Ocean Terminal from 23rd-28th May and opened by the Hon. SZETO Wai. Public response was encouraging and nearly $20,000 was realized from sale of maps within the exhibition hall.
General
PLANNING BRANCH
Government Town Planner:
A. F. MEYERS, J.P., M.N.Z.I.S., F.R.T.P.I., A.R.I.C.S.
CHAU Cham-son, B.Arch., Dip. C.D., F.R.T.P.I., A.I.A.A. (Acting)
7.51 The Town Planning Branch services the Town Planning Board and Land Development Planning Committee; it provides planning advice to the New Territories Administration and numerous advisory committees. It is responsible for the periodical revision of the Colony Outline Plan and the preparation and updating of the Colony 10-Year
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