Getting Started

There are two ways to sign up: use an existing Google account or create a new Google account.

Option 1: Use an existing Google account

1. Navigate to this link:  https://groups.google.com/a/giscolorado.org/g/list
2. If you are signed into a Google account, you should see a button for “Apply to join this group.”
3. An invitation email will be sent once your request is approved. Make sure to check your spam or junk folder. Accept the invitation.

You are done! You can now post to the list using the email list@giscolorado.org.

Option 2: Create a new Google account 

Access to the list DOES NOT require a Gmail email address, but it does require a Google account login.

1. If you don’t already have a Google account, you can go to google.com and click the sign in button, then on the sign in page click the “Create Account” link.
2. Next, on the create account page, you can sign up with your current email by clicking the “Use my current email address instead” link. 
3. Once you’ve logged in or signed up, you can go to this link:
   https://groups.google.com/a/giscolorado.org/g/list
   to access the mailing list and click the “Apply to join group” button!

Post a Message to the List

All members of the group can send an email to: list@giscolorado.org Please include an informative subject line in your message, for example:

• Help request: vendor, software product, version, how to, need to create…
• Policy question
• Data management issue
• Looking for data
• ListServ administration
• Training classes or Workshops, from approved members only

Please remember it is the responsibility of the person who initiates the request to provide a summary email of the responses to the List. The subject line for this message should read: Summary…(original subject line topic). 

Disclaimer

All content posted to the GIS Colorado Listserv is provided by the community, for the community. The GIS Colorado organization assumes no responsibility or liability for any errors or omissions in the content posted. The information contained in posts are the responsibility of the original poster and are posted on an “as is” basis with no guarantees of completeness, accuracy, usefulness, or timeliness.

This is a free service run by volunteers to give GIS professionals a place to share information, ask questions and promote the use of GIS in our Colorado communities. Consider joining as a member or sponsor to support the continuation of the list. 

Listserv Searching

Did you know you can search the Listserv for posts? In a browser window pull up your Google Groups.  Use the handy serach box at the top to view past posts on any topic.

Looking for job opportunities? We have recently archived the job feature to the GIS Colorado website in favor for this easier and more affordable option for our membership. Please post job opportunties directly to the Listserv group.

GIS Colorado Listserv Etiquette

We are excited to have you join the GIS Colorado Listserv. Please review the following guidelines before using the listserv:

1. All messages are moderated. It can take up to 2 business days to be approved.
2. Be kind and courteous in all communications to others.
3. Follow the  Core Rules of Netiquette when posting or responding to posts.
4. Respond individually when possible and not back to the group.
5. Please include a summary (SUM) to the group when responding to an email to help improve the experience for everyone and make it easy to follow the conversation.
6. No solicitation or marketing posts unless otherwise approved by the GISCO Board.
7. No resume posting or general “Looking for work…” posts.
8. Job posting is allowed through the listserv, and postings are searchable through the  https://groups.google.com/ website. 

The GIS Colorado Board runs this free service to give GIS professionals a place to share information, ask questions and promote the use of GIS in our Colorado communities. It is maintained by volunteers and is paid in part by member dues which are only $50 a year. If you have not already, consider  joining GIS Colorado and help maintain this free resource, as well as quarterly meetings, professional development training and so much more.

Disclaimer: All content posted to the GIS Colorado Listserv is provided by the community, for the community. The GIS Colorado organization assumes no responsibility or liability for any errors or omissions in the content posted. The information contained in posts are the responsibility of the original poster and are posted on an “as is” basis with no guarantees of completeness, accuracy, usefulness, or timeliness.