4: Organizational Relationships

Build relationships among organizations to support the continuing development of the NSDI.

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Decisions about common pieces of geography whether they be towns, watersheds, states, or the nation should be made by the people most directly concerned. The impediments to citizen participation are not just those of awareness or of access to information. In many cases new funding sources must be found to support the information infrastructure. Often there is organizational inertia to overcome. Laws conceived in the past for different circumstances prevent groups from working together today. Access to technology can be a factor. As much as is possible, this goal intends to identify potential new resources and, at the same time, identify and remove difficulties. The goal is to achieve a vibrant network of organizations working together and with their counterparts internationally.

Objective(s):

4.1: Stakeholder Roles

4.2: Organizational Network

4.3: Regulatory and Administrative Barriers

4.4: New Resources

4.5: Behaviors, Technologies, and Policies

4.6: Global Geospatial Data Infrastructure

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