To all govME Map (gMap) Users,
	Click on the following link to view the upgraded gMap application and then bookmark that website as a web browser favorite.
	Upgraded gMap Application  (Beta Version)

Goal:

•	It is my goal to replace the current application sometime in April with this new version.
•	Both the current and new mapping applications will be available until all major issues have been resolved in the new version.

Objective:

•	I am looking for users to test this new beta version of gMap and let me know if something does NOT work. If you find something not working then please “email” the issue to me.
•	I need as many test users as possible, over the next month or so, to stress test the robustness of this app’s front end client, server side code, web services, database calls, and the mapping engine.
•	This application is virtually the same as the current govME mapping app; it just looks different around the mapping window area. However, the migration to this new environment paves the way to research and develop the next major upgrade: a cross-browser govME map.

Requirements:

•	You still need Internet Explorer and Windows to use this application.
•	If you have never viewed the current govME Map then you may be required to install the MapGuide viewer. If you do NOT have permission to install software on your machine, then please contact your PC support person.
•	You, or an administrator on your machine, need only to open the above link and the MapGuide viewer “should” install automatically.
•	If, after the application has fully loaded, you do NOT see a map of the City of Tacoma in the center window area, then the viewer did not install automatically. You can use gMap Help to help with the install process.
•	For information on all govME training and general assistance, contact Don Sjoboen (dsjoboen@cityoftacoma.org) @ 591-5099.

Known Issues:

•	The application may take some time to load due to the number of layers available (using a high-speed connection).
	- Approximately 12 - 15 seconds for non-City of Tacoma employees.
	- Approximately 45 seconds for City of Tacoma employees since there are almost twice the number of layers available to City employees.
•	Favorite Locations is NOT functional.
•	If you have Favorite Layers in the current mapping app they will NOT work in this new version. You will have to recreate them.
•	The Power/Water Service Area indicators in the status area are temporarily unavailable (marked “Unknown”).
•	If you have a govME Login account in the current mapping application you will need to create a new account in the new mapping application. Click the Login link in the top right corner of the application. If you believe you have a valid login account already, give it a try.
•	If you are a City of Tacoma employee, you do NOT have to create an account. Your account will be created automatically when you open the new gMap application.
•	If you currently have authorization for a specific limited access feature in the current mapping app, then I need you to:
	- Email me your user name located in the top right corner above the City logo in the new mapping application. Example; MWEBB.
	- Tell me what the limited access feature is. Example; add address capability.
•	I need and appreciate all of your feedback.

Mitchell T. Webb Sr. Tech. Application Development Systems Analyst City of Tacoma IT Department/EASD Phone: 253-591-5643 Email: MWebb@cityoftacoma.org TTY: 711 or 1-800-833-6384