Data producers are technically ahead of data users Software incompatibility Gaps in data because of access problems for data producers. Resolution inadequate Format not compatible. Free to public. Publish in a newsletter. Must respond to a data request within 72 hours.
Mission is to provide data to requestors.
Provide analysis for the general public but only rare data to consultant. Written request Reproduction charge to produce CD's, disks, etc. Striving to make available online. Use USGS maps and overlays of DEQ data but product is usually hardcopy map for a customer not made available on the Internet. Other special projects similar to this.