Vancouver goes open?

[Tyler Mitchell (OSGeo)]

Thanks to Will for sending me this article:
http://eaves.ca/2009/05/14/vancouver-enters-the-age-of-the-open-city/

I'd like to come up with a plan to discuss this move with city  
administrators in Vancouver.  So asking for your input on a couple  
fronts:

* Are you familiar with the current geospatial projects going on in  
the city?  I assume it's a huge list of complex wild stuff, but  
looking for specific ideas where we could connect.
* Do you have a good contact for following up with city management-
level staff there?  City Manager is responsible on paper, but who  
else might you know from the geospatial angle that I could meet with?
* Available/interested to join with me if I can get a meeting?

Best wishes, brainstorming welcome :)

Tyler

Tyler Mitchell
Executive Director
Open Source Geospatial Foundation
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[Jason Birch]

Tyler, I know it's short notice, but it would be great if you could write a letter as OSGeo official in support of this motion, outlining the benefits of using open source geospatial software and open data, talking about some of the great open source software and companies that develop and support it in Canada (and in BC in particular), etc.  If we have some Vancouver residents / businesses that could co-sign, that would be even better.  Alternately, perhaps the letter could come from OSGeo-BC, with an OSGeo-BC official (huh.  Martin?  Me?) signing?

If the motion passes, I believe that there are a number of useful contacts at the City of Vancouver that would welcome a discussion with OSGeo representatives to help bring them up to speed; some of them may even be following this list :)

I'll be interested to see the culture shift that this entails; I know their web GIS folks weren't allowed to use PHP for MapGuide development.  Not sure if this is because it was open source or because it wasn't the corporate standard ASP.Net.

On a different note, how many of you are going to be at GeoWeb this year?  Is it worth planning another meetup?  The one at Sierra last year was great; I can still taste the garlic from the pizza. :)

Jason
________________________________________
From: Tyler Mitchell (OSGeo)
Sent: Friday, May 15, 2009 11:24 AM
To: OSGeo-BC List
Subject: [OSGeo BC] Vancouver goes open?

Thanks to Will for sending me this article:
http://eaves.ca/2009/05/14/vancouver-enters-the-age-of-the-open-city/

I'd like to come up with a plan to discuss this move with city
administrators in Vancouver.  So asking for your input on a couple
fronts:

* Are you familiar with the current geospatial projects going on in
the city?  I assume it's a huge list of complex wild stuff, but
looking for specific ideas where we could connect.
* Do you have a good contact for following up with city management-
level staff there?  City Manager is responsible on paper, but who
else might you know from the geospatial angle that I could meet with?
* Available/interested to join with me if I can get a meeting?

Best wishes, brainstorming welcome :)_______________________________________________
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[Gerry James-2]

Sorry I sent that reply just to Tyler...my bad.

I would strongly recommend contacting Jonathan Marks.  He is the GIS manager
with the COV (at least he used to be).  I have spoken to him a few times but
wouldn't necessarily call him a contact.  I do not have any other contacts
but would be very interested to collaborate with you on a meeting.

Let me know how I can help with this initiative.

Thanks,
Gerry
_________________________________________
Gerry James, B.Sc., GISP  
President/Lead Consultant
*****************************************
Carteryx Geomatics Consultants Inc.
Spatial Intelligence for a Changing World
www.carteryx.com
_________________________________________
 

-----Original Message-----
From: [hidden email]
[mailto:[hidden email]] On Behalf Of Tyler Mitchell
(OSGeo)
Sent: Friday, May 15, 2009 11:24 AM
To: OSGeo-BC List
Subject: [OSGeo BC] Vancouver goes open?

Thanks to Will for sending me this article:
http://eaves.ca/2009/05/14/vancouver-enters-the-age-of-the-open-city/

I'd like to come up with a plan to discuss this move with city  
administrators in Vancouver.  So asking for your input on a couple  
fronts:

* Are you familiar with the current geospatial projects going on in  
the city?  I assume it's a huge list of complex wild stuff, but  
looking for specific ideas where we could connect.
* Do you have a good contact for following up with city management-
level staff there?  City Manager is responsible on paper, but who  
else might you know from the geospatial angle that I could meet with?
* Available/interested to join with me if I can get a meeting?

Best wishes, brainstorming welcome :)

Tyler

Tyler Mitchell
Executive Director
Open Source Geospatial Foundation
[hidden email]
P: [phone]
M: [phone]


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[Michael P. Gerlek]

Jason asks:

> On a different note, how many of you are going to be at GeoWeb this year?  Is it worth
> planning another meetup?  The one at Sierra last year was great; I can still taste the
> garlic from the pizza. :)

I'll be there, of course, and would love to attend another meetup...

-mpg

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[Kyle, Martin]

Hi there

I think we can arrange for a meet up at Sierra again.

Possible dates? Topics?

Martin
H. Martin Kyle, CSSLP GISP | Principal
Sierra Systems Group, Inc.

(T): 604-688-1371 (C): 778-384-5409
1177 West Hastings Street, Suite 2500
Vancouver, BC V6E 2K3

Management Consulting | Project Implementation | Managed Services
website: www.SierraSystems.com

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Subject: RE: [OSGeo BC] Vancouver goes open?

Jason asks:

> On a different note, how many of you are going to be at GeoWeb this year?  Is it worth
> planning another meetup?  The one at Sierra last year was great; I can still taste the
> garlic from the pizza. :)

I'll be there, of course, and would love to attend another meetup...

-mpg

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[Tyler Mitchell (OSGeo)]

Unfortunately, my week has me too busy to really follow up well on  
this topic.  But I see in this article, they welcome comments and  
also invite people to come and speak/support the motion TOMORROW.

http://www.cbc.ca/canada/british-columbia/story/2009/05/19/tech-open- 
city-vancouver-standards-source-data-reimer.html

Also a brief note here in their agenda:
http://vancouver.ca/ctyclerk/cclerk/20090521/csbu20090521ag.htm

I won't be making it, (if only it was any other week and I had more  
than a few days notice ;-) ) but maybe some of you locals would be  
interested/able.  If you want to work with my on a statement we can  
do that too.  I'm going to try to put something together, but I'm  
afraid it's too late unless you can show up in person.  I'm sure our  
chapter would gladly support anyone who volunteers to speak on our  
collective behalf at 9:30 in the morning ;-)

Something you might be interested in Gerry?  Martin?  Others?

Tyler


On 15-May-09, at 11:40 AM, Gerry James wrote:

> Sorry I sent that reply just to Tyler...my bad.
>
> I would strongly recommend contacting Jonathan Marks.  He is the  
> GIS manager
> with the COV (at least he used to be).  I have spoken to him a few  
> times but
> wouldn't necessarily call him a contact.  I do not have any other  
> contacts
> but would be very interested to collaborate with you on a meeting.
>
> Let me know how I can help with this initiative.
>
> Thanks,
> Gerry
> _________________________________________
> Gerry James, B.Sc., GISP
> President/Lead Consultant
> *****************************************
> Carteryx Geomatics Consultants Inc.
> Spatial Intelligence for a Changing World
> www.carteryx.com
> _________________________________________
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: [hidden email]
> [mailto:[hidden email]] On Behalf Of Tyler Mitchell
> (OSGeo)
> Sent: Friday, May 15, 2009 11:24 AM
> To: OSGeo-BC List
> Subject: [OSGeo BC] Vancouver goes open?
>
> Thanks to Will for sending me this article:
> http://eaves.ca/2009/05/14/vancouver-enters-the-age-of-the-open-city/
>
> I'd like to come up with a plan to discuss this move with city
> administrators in Vancouver.  So asking for your input on a couple
> fronts:
>
> * Are you familiar with the current geospatial projects going on in
> the city?  I assume it's a huge list of complex wild stuff, but
> looking for specific ideas where we could connect.
> * Do you have a good contact for following up with city management-
> level staff there?  City Manager is responsible on paper, but who
> else might you know from the geospatial angle that I could meet with?
> * Available/interested to join with me if I can get a meeting?
>
> Best wishes, brainstorming welcome :)
>
> Tyler
>
> Tyler Mitchell
> Executive Director
> Open Source Geospatial Foundation
> [hidden email]
> P: [phone]
> M: [phone]
>
>
> _______________________________________________
> OSGeo-BC mailing list
> [hidden email]
> http://lists.osgeo.org/mailman/listinfo/osgeo-bc
>
>

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[Mark, Jonathan]

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It will be interesting to see what the discussion is but the key, assuming it passes, is how the city chooses to implement it.  So I don't know whether tomorrow is as important as the coming months.  It all remains to be seen.,

 

Jonathan Mark

GIS Manager

City of Vancouver

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From: [hidden email] on behalf of Tyler Mitchell (OSGeo)
Sent: Wed 5/20/2009 8:42 PM
To: OSGeo Local Chapter, British Columbia, Canada
Subject: Re: [OSGeo BC] Vancouver goes open?

Unfortunately, my week has me too busy to really follow up well on 
this topic.  But I see in this article, they welcome comments and 
also invite people to come and speak/support the motion TOMORROW.

http://www.cbc.ca/canada/british-columbia/story/2009/05/19/tech-open-
city-vancouver-standards-source-data-reimer.html

Also a brief note here in their agenda:
http://vancouver.ca/ctyclerk/cclerk/20090521/csbu20090521ag.htm

I won't be making it, (if only it was any other week and I had more 
than a few days notice ;-) ) but maybe some of you locals would be 
interested/able.  If you want to work with my on a statement we can 
do that too.  I'm going to try to put something together, but I'm 
afraid it's too late unless you can show up in person.  I'm sure our 
chapter would gladly support anyone who volunteers to speak on our 
collective behalf at 9:30 in the morning ;-)

Something you might be interested in Gerry?  Martin?  Others?

Tyler


On 15-May-09, at 11:40 AM, Gerry James wrote:

> Sorry I sent that reply just to Tyler...my bad.
>
> I would strongly recommend contacting Jonathan Marks.  He is the 
> GIS manager
> with the COV (at least he used to be).  I have spoken to him a few 
> times but
> wouldn't necessarily call him a contact.  I do not have any other 
> contacts
> but would be very interested to collaborate with you on a meeting.
>
> Let me know how I can help with this initiative.
>
> Thanks,
> Gerry
> _________________________________________
> Gerry James, B.Sc., GISP
> President/Lead Consultant
> *****************************************
> Carteryx Geomatics Consultants Inc.
> Spatial Intelligence for a Changing World
> www.carteryx.com
> _________________________________________
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: [hidden email]
> [[hidden email]] On Behalf Of Tyler Mitchell
> (OSGeo)
> Sent: Friday, May 15, 2009 11:24 AM
> To: OSGeo-BC List
> Subject: [OSGeo BC] Vancouver goes open?
>
> Thanks to Will for sending me this article:
> http://eaves.ca/2009/05/14/vancouver-enters-the-age-of-the-open-city/
>
> I'd like to come up with a plan to discuss this move with city
> administrators in Vancouver.  So asking for your input on a couple
> fronts:
>
> * Are you familiar with the current geospatial projects going on in
> the city?  I assume it's a huge list of complex wild stuff, but
> looking for specific ideas where we could connect.
> * Do you have a good contact for following up with city management-
> level staff there?  City Manager is responsible on paper, but who
> else might you know from the geospatial angle that I could meet with?
> * Available/interested to join with me if I can get a meeting?
>
> Best wishes, brainstorming welcome :)
>
> Tyler
>
> Tyler Mitchell
> Executive Director
> Open Source Geospatial Foundation
> [hidden email]
> P: [phone]
> M: [phone]
>
>
> _______________________________________________
> OSGeo-BC mailing list
> [hidden email]
> http://lists.osgeo.org/mailman/listinfo/osgeo-bc
>
>

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[Kyle, Martin]

Hi Tyler

I just read this messgae now.

I have a few hours free this morning so I will head over. If you can prepare a statement then I will be happy to read it given the opportunity...with the chapter's'approval (by abstention if necessary).

Martin
H. Martin Kyle, CSSLP GISP | Principal
Sierra Systems Group, Inc.

(T): 604-688-1371 (C): 778-384-5409
1177 West Hastings Street, Suite 2500
Vancouver, BC V6E 2K3

Management Consulting | Project Implementation | Managed Services
website: www.SierraSystems.com

----- Original Message -----
From: [hidden email] <[hidden email]>
To: OSGeo Local Chapter, British Columbia, Canada <[hidden email]>
Sent: Wed May 20 20:42:07 2009
Subject: Re: [OSGeo BC] Vancouver goes open?

Unfortunately, my week has me too busy to really follow up well on  
this topic.  But I see in this article, they welcome comments and  
also invite people to come and speak/support the motion TOMORROW.

http://www.cbc.ca/canada/british-columbia/story/2009/05/19/tech-open- 
city-vancouver-standards-source-data-reimer.html

Also a brief note here in their agenda:
http://vancouver.ca/ctyclerk/cclerk/20090521/csbu20090521ag.htm

I won't be making it, (if only it was any other week and I had more  
than a few days notice ;-) ) but maybe some of you locals would be  
interested/able.  If you want to work with my on a statement we can  
do that too.  I'm going to try to put something together, but I'm  
afraid it's too late unless you can show up in person.  I'm sure our  
chapter would gladly support anyone who volunteers to speak on our  
collective behalf at 9:30 in the morning ;-)

Something you might be interested in Gerry?  Martin?  Others?

Tyler


On 15-May-09, at 11:40 AM, Gerry James wrote:

> Sorry I sent that reply just to Tyler...my bad.
>
> I would strongly recommend contacting Jonathan Marks.  He is the  
> GIS manager
> with the COV (at least he used to be).  I have spoken to him a few  
> times but
> wouldn't necessarily call him a contact.  I do not have any other  
> contacts
> but would be very interested to collaborate with you on a meeting.
>
> Let me know how I can help with this initiative.
>
> Thanks,
> Gerry
> _________________________________________
> Gerry James, B.Sc., GISP
> President/Lead Consultant
> *****************************************
> Carteryx Geomatics Consultants Inc.
> Spatial Intelligence for a Changing World
> www.carteryx.com
> _________________________________________
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: [hidden email]
> [mailto:[hidden email]] On Behalf Of Tyler Mitchell
> (OSGeo)
> Sent: Friday, May 15, 2009 11:24 AM
> To: OSGeo-BC List
> Subject: [OSGeo BC] Vancouver goes open?
>
> Thanks to Will for sending me this article:
> http://eaves.ca/2009/05/14/vancouver-enters-the-age-of-the-open-city/
>
> I'd like to come up with a plan to discuss this move with city
> administrators in Vancouver.  So asking for your input on a couple
> fronts:
>
> * Are you familiar with the current geospatial projects going on in
> the city?  I assume it's a huge list of complex wild stuff, but
> looking for specific ideas where we could connect.
> * Do you have a good contact for following up with city management-
> level staff there?  City Manager is responsible on paper, but who
> else might you know from the geospatial angle that I could meet with?
> * Available/interested to join with me if I can get a meeting?
>
> Best wishes, brainstorming welcome :)
>
> Tyler
>
> Tyler Mitchell
> Executive Director
> Open Source Geospatial Foundation
> [hidden email]
> P: [phone]
> M: [phone]
>
>
> _______________________________________________
> OSGeo-BC mailing list
> [hidden email]
> http://lists.osgeo.org/mailman/listinfo/osgeo-bc
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>

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[Will Cadell-2]

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Sounds good to me Martin!! Crack on I say!

Will Cadell, GIS Manager 

Timberline Natural Resource Group

Prince George, BC

tel:[phone]   skype: geo_will

cel:[phone]   www.timberline.ca

On 21-May-09, at 8:06 AM, Kyle, Martin wrote:

Hi Tyler

I just read this messgae now. 

I have a few hours free this morning so I will head over. If you can prepare a statement then I will be happy to read it given the opportunity...with the chapter's'approval (by abstention if necessary).

Martin

H. Martin Kyle, CSSLP GISP | Principal

Sierra Systems Group, Inc.

(T): 604-688-1371 (C): 778-384-5409

1177 West Hastings Street, Suite 2500

Vancouver, BC V6E 2K3

Management Consulting | Project Implementation | Managed Services

website: www.SierraSystems.com

----- Original Message -----

From: [hidden email] <[hidden email]>

To: OSGeo Local Chapter, British Columbia, Canada <[hidden email]>

Sent: Wed May 20 20:42:07 2009

Subject: Re: [OSGeo BC] Vancouver goes open?

Unfortunately, my week has me too busy to really follow up well on  

this topic.  But I see in this article, they welcome comments and  

also invite people to come and speak/support the motion TOMORROW.

http://www.cbc.ca/canada/british-columbia/story/2009/05/19/tech-open- 

city-vancouver-standards-source-data-reimer.html

Also a brief note here in their agenda:

http://vancouver.ca/ctyclerk/cclerk/20090521/csbu20090521ag.htm

I won't be making it, (if only it was any other week and I had more  

than a few days notice ;-) ) but maybe some of you locals would be  

interested/able.  If you want to work with my on a statement we can  

do that too.  I'm going to try to put something together, but I'm  

afraid it's too late unless you can show up in person.  I'm sure our  

chapter would gladly support anyone who volunteers to speak on our  

collective behalf at 9:30 in the morning ;-)

Something you might be interested in Gerry?  Martin?  Others?

Tyler

On 15-May-09, at 11:40 AM, Gerry James wrote:

Sorry I sent that reply just to Tyler...my bad.

I would strongly recommend contacting Jonathan Marks.  He is the  

GIS manager

with the COV (at least he used to be).  I have spoken to him a few  

times but

wouldn't necessarily call him a contact.  I do not have any other  

contacts

but would be very interested to collaborate with you on a meeting.

Let me know how I can help with this initiative.

Thanks,

Gerry

_________________________________________

Gerry James, B.Sc., GISP

President/Lead Consultant

*****************************************

Carteryx Geomatics Consultants Inc.

Spatial Intelligence for a Changing World

www.carteryx.com

_________________________________________

-----Original Message-----

From: [hidden email]

[[hidden email]] On Behalf Of Tyler Mitchell

(OSGeo)

Sent: Friday, May 15, 2009 11:24 AM

To: OSGeo-BC List

Subject: [OSGeo BC] Vancouver goes open?

Thanks to Will for sending me this article:

http://eaves.ca/2009/05/14/vancouver-enters-the-age-of-the-open-city/

I'd like to come up with a plan to discuss this move with city

administrators in Vancouver.  So asking for your input on a couple

fronts:

* Are you familiar with the current geospatial projects going on in

the city?  I assume it's a huge list of complex wild stuff, but

looking for specific ideas where we could connect.

* Do you have a good contact for following up with city management-

level staff there?  City Manager is responsible on paper, but who

else might you know from the geospatial angle that I could meet with?

* Available/interested to join with me if I can get a meeting?

Best wishes, brainstorming welcome :)

Tyler

Tyler Mitchell

Executive Director

Open Source Geospatial Foundation

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P: [phone]

M: [phone]

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[Kaitlin Duck Sherwood]

I am heading over there now as well.  I'll be the one with the purple beret, fleece, and purple-striped shirt.

On Thu, May 21, 2009 at 8:06 AM, Kyle, Martin <[hidden email]> wrote:

Hi Tyler

I just read this messgae now.

I have a few hours free this morning so I will head over. If you can prepare a statement then I will be happy to read it given the opportunity...with the chapter's'approval (by abstention if necessary).

Martin
H. Martin Kyle, CSSLP GISP | Principal
Sierra Systems Group, Inc.

(T): 604-688-1371 (C): 778-384-5409
1177 West Hastings Street, Suite 2500
Vancouver, BC V6E 2K3

Management Consulting | Project Implementation | Managed Services

website: www.SierraSystems.com

----- Original Message -----
From: [hidden email] <[hidden email]>
To: OSGeo Local Chapter, British Columbia, Canada <[hidden email]>
Sent: Wed May 20 20:42:07 2009
Subject: Re: [OSGeo BC] Vancouver goes open?

Unfortunately, my week has me too busy to really follow up well on
this topic.  But I see in this article, they welcome comments and
also invite people to come and speak/support the motion TOMORROW.

http://www.cbc.ca/canada/british-columbia/story/2009/05/19/tech-open-
city-vancouver-standards-source-data-reimer.html

Also a brief note here in their agenda:
http://vancouver.ca/ctyclerk/cclerk/20090521/csbu20090521ag.htm

I won't be making it, (if only it was any other week and I had more
than a few days notice ;-) ) but maybe some of you locals would be
interested/able.  If you want to work with my on a statement we can
do that too.  I'm going to try to put something together, but I'm
afraid it's too late unless you can show up in person.  I'm sure our
chapter would gladly support anyone who volunteers to speak on our
collective behalf at 9:30 in the morning ;-)

Something you might be interested in Gerry?  Martin?  Others?

Tyler


On 15-May-09, at 11:40 AM, Gerry James wrote:

> Sorry I sent that reply just to Tyler...my bad.
>
> I would strongly recommend contacting Jonathan Marks.  He is the
> GIS manager
> with the COV (at least he used to be).  I have spoken to him a few
> times but
> wouldn't necessarily call him a contact.  I do not have any other
> contacts
> but would be very interested to collaborate with you on a meeting.
>
> Let me know how I can help with this initiative.
>
> Thanks,
> Gerry
> _________________________________________
> Gerry James, B.Sc., GISP
> President/Lead Consultant
> *****************************************
> Carteryx Geomatics Consultants Inc.
> Spatial Intelligence for a Changing World
> www.carteryx.com
> _________________________________________
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: [hidden email]
> [mailto:[hidden email]] On Behalf Of Tyler Mitchell
> (OSGeo)
> Sent: Friday, May 15, 2009 11:24 AM
> To: OSGeo-BC List
> Subject: [OSGeo BC] Vancouver goes open?
>
> Thanks to Will for sending me this article:
> http://eaves.ca/2009/05/14/vancouver-enters-the-age-of-the-open-city/
>
> I'd like to come up with a plan to discuss this move with city
> administrators in Vancouver.  So asking for your input on a couple
> fronts:
>
> * Are you familiar with the current geospatial projects going on in
> the city?  I assume it's a huge list of complex wild stuff, but
> looking for specific ideas where we could connect.
> * Do you have a good contact for following up with city management-
> level staff there?  City Manager is responsible on paper, but who
> else might you know from the geospatial angle that I could meet with?
> * Available/interested to join with me if I can get a meeting?
>
> Best wishes, brainstorming welcome :)
>
> Tyler
>
> Tyler Mitchell
> Executive Director
> Open Source Geospatial Foundation
> [hidden email]
> P: [phone]
> M: [phone]
>
>
> _______________________________________________
> OSGeo-BC mailing list
> [hidden email]
> http://lists.osgeo.org/mailman/listinfo/osgeo-bc
>
>
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[Jason Birch]

I'm happy with you reading a statement Tyler prepares, or one of your own, as president of OSGeo BC.

Jason

-----Original Message-----
From: [hidden email] [mailto:[hidden email]] On Behalf Of Kyle, Martin
Sent: Thursday, May 21, 2009 8:07 AM
To: [hidden email]
Subject: Re: [OSGeo BC] Vancouver goes open?

Hi Tyler

I just read this messgae now.

I have a few hours free this morning so I will head over. If you can prepare a statement then I will be happy to read it given the opportunity...with the chapter's'approval (by abstention if necessary).

Martin
H. Martin Kyle, CSSLP GISP | Principal
Sierra Systems Group, Inc.

(T): 604-688-1371 (C): 778-384-5409
1177 West Hastings Street, Suite 2500
Vancouver, BC V6E 2K3

Management Consulting | Project Implementation | Managed Services
website: www.SierraSystems.com

----- Original Message -----
From: [hidden email] <[hidden email]>
To: OSGeo Local Chapter, British Columbia, Canada <[hidden email]>
Sent: Wed May 20 20:42:07 2009
Subject: Re: [OSGeo BC] Vancouver goes open?

Unfortunately, my week has me too busy to really follow up well on  
this topic.  But I see in this article, they welcome comments and  
also invite people to come and speak/support the motion TOMORROW.

http://www.cbc.ca/canada/british-columbia/story/2009/05/19/tech-open- 
city-vancouver-standards-source-data-reimer.html

Also a brief note here in their agenda:
http://vancouver.ca/ctyclerk/cclerk/20090521/csbu20090521ag.htm

I won't be making it, (if only it was any other week and I had more  
than a few days notice ;-) ) but maybe some of you locals would be  
interested/able.  If you want to work with my on a statement we can  
do that too.  I'm going to try to put something together, but I'm  
afraid it's too late unless you can show up in person.  I'm sure our  
chapter would gladly support anyone who volunteers to speak on our  
collective behalf at 9:30 in the morning ;-)

Something you might be interested in Gerry?  Martin?  Others?

Tyler


On 15-May-09, at 11:40 AM, Gerry James wrote:

> Sorry I sent that reply just to Tyler...my bad.
>
> I would strongly recommend contacting Jonathan Marks.  He is the  
> GIS manager
> with the COV (at least he used to be).  I have spoken to him a few  
> times but
> wouldn't necessarily call him a contact.  I do not have any other  
> contacts
> but would be very interested to collaborate with you on a meeting.
>
> Let me know how I can help with this initiative.
>
> Thanks,
> Gerry
> _________________________________________
> Gerry James, B.Sc., GISP
> President/Lead Consultant
> *****************************************
> Carteryx Geomatics Consultants Inc.
> Spatial Intelligence for a Changing World
> www.carteryx.com
> _________________________________________
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: [hidden email]
> [mailto:[hidden email]] On Behalf Of Tyler Mitchell
> (OSGeo)
> Sent: Friday, May 15, 2009 11:24 AM
> To: OSGeo-BC List
> Subject: [OSGeo BC] Vancouver goes open?
>
> Thanks to Will for sending me this article:
> http://eaves.ca/2009/05/14/vancouver-enters-the-age-of-the-open-city/
>
> I'd like to come up with a plan to discuss this move with city
> administrators in Vancouver.  So asking for your input on a couple
> fronts:
>
> * Are you familiar with the current geospatial projects going on in
> the city?  I assume it's a huge list of complex wild stuff, but
> looking for specific ideas where we could connect.
> * Do you have a good contact for following up with city management-
> level staff there?  City Manager is responsible on paper, but who
> else might you know from the geospatial angle that I could meet with?
> * Available/interested to join with me if I can get a meeting?
>
> Best wishes, brainstorming welcome :)
>
> Tyler
>
> Tyler Mitchell
> Executive Director
> Open Source Geospatial Foundation
> [hidden email]
> P: [phone]
> M: [phone]
>
>
> _______________________________________________
> OSGeo-BC mailing list
> [hidden email]
> http://lists.osgeo.org/mailman/listinfo/osgeo-bc
>
>

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[Jason Birch]

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Absolutely.

 

I am glad to see that you are following this conversation Jonathan.  I know that you have a good understanding of the issues and are no stranger to fostering innovative services.  I hope that if this motion passes you receive the support you need to ensure that it is implemented in a way that best meets the needs of the public.

 

Jason

 

From: Mark, Jonathan
Sent: Wednesday, May 20, 2009 9:10 PM
To: OSGeo Local Chapter, British Columbia, Canada; OSGeo Local Chapter, British Columbia, Canada
Subject: RE: [OSGeo BC] Vancouver goes open?

 

It will be interesting to see what the discussion is but the key, assuming it passes, is how the city chooses to implement it.  So I don't know whether tomorrow is as important as the coming months.  It all remains to be seen.,

 

Jonathan Mark

GIS Manager

City of Vancouver

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[Kyle, Martin]

Hi Jason

As I am in transit and I cannot get a hold of Tyler to write a statement...can I ask you to start a draft.

E.g.

We, as members of OSGeoBC, have read the motion before council today concerning open data and open standards.

We feel that it is in alignment with provincial, national, and international momentum among the digital economies. By way of example, the ... Example 1 (maybe EU, Geoconnections, etc...)... have passed similar motions.

..blah blah blah...

OSGeo is an organization...more blah blah.

Martin
H. Martin Kyle, CSSLP GISP | Principal
Sierra Systems Group, Inc.

(T): 604-688-1371 (C): 778-384-5409
1177 West Hastings Street, Suite 2500
Vancouver, BC V6E 2K3

Management Consulting | Project Implementation | Managed Services
website: www.SierraSystems.com

----- Original Message -----
From: [hidden email] <[hidden email]>
To: OSGeo Local Chapter, British Columbia,  Canada <[hidden email]>
Sent: Thu May 21 08:49:40 2009
Subject: RE: [OSGeo BC] Vancouver goes open?

I'm happy with you reading a statement Tyler prepares, or one of your own, as president of OSGeo BC.

Jason

-----Original Message-----
From: [hidden email] [mailto:[hidden email]] On Behalf Of Kyle, Martin
Sent: Thursday, May 21, 2009 8:07 AM
To: [hidden email]
Subject: Re: [OSGeo BC] Vancouver goes open?

Hi Tyler

I just read this messgae now.

I have a few hours free this morning so I will head over. If you can prepare a statement then I will be happy to read it given the opportunity...with the chapter's'approval (by abstention if necessary).

Martin
H. Martin Kyle, CSSLP GISP | Principal
Sierra Systems Group, Inc.

(T): 604-688-1371 (C): 778-384-5409
1177 West Hastings Street, Suite 2500
Vancouver, BC V6E 2K3

Management Consulting | Project Implementation | Managed Services
website: www.SierraSystems.com

----- Original Message -----
From: [hidden email] <[hidden email]>
To: OSGeo Local Chapter, British Columbia, Canada <[hidden email]>
Sent: Wed May 20 20:42:07 2009
Subject: Re: [OSGeo BC] Vancouver goes open?

Unfortunately, my week has me too busy to really follow up well on  
this topic.  But I see in this article, they welcome comments and  
also invite people to come and speak/support the motion TOMORROW.

http://www.cbc.ca/canada/british-columbia/story/2009/05/19/tech-open- 
city-vancouver-standards-source-data-reimer.html

Also a brief note here in their agenda:
http://vancouver.ca/ctyclerk/cclerk/20090521/csbu20090521ag.htm

I won't be making it, (if only it was any other week and I had more  
than a few days notice ;-) ) but maybe some of you locals would be  
interested/able.  If you want to work with my on a statement we can  
do that too.  I'm going to try to put something together, but I'm  
afraid it's too late unless you can show up in person.  I'm sure our  
chapter would gladly support anyone who volunteers to speak on our  
collective behalf at 9:30 in the morning ;-)

Something you might be interested in Gerry?  Martin?  Others?

Tyler


On 15-May-09, at 11:40 AM, Gerry James wrote:

> Sorry I sent that reply just to Tyler...my bad.
>
> I would strongly recommend contacting Jonathan Marks.  He is the  
> GIS manager
> with the COV (at least he used to be).  I have spoken to him a few  
> times but
> wouldn't necessarily call him a contact.  I do not have any other  
> contacts
> but would be very interested to collaborate with you on a meeting.
>
> Let me know how I can help with this initiative.
>
> Thanks,
> Gerry
> _________________________________________
> Gerry James, B.Sc., GISP
> President/Lead Consultant
> *****************************************
> Carteryx Geomatics Consultants Inc.
> Spatial Intelligence for a Changing World
> www.carteryx.com
> _________________________________________
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: [hidden email]
> [mailto:[hidden email]] On Behalf Of Tyler Mitchell
> (OSGeo)
> Sent: Friday, May 15, 2009 11:24 AM
> To: OSGeo-BC List
> Subject: [OSGeo BC] Vancouver goes open?
>
> Thanks to Will for sending me this article:
> http://eaves.ca/2009/05/14/vancouver-enters-the-age-of-the-open-city/
>
> I'd like to come up with a plan to discuss this move with city
> administrators in Vancouver.  So asking for your input on a couple
> fronts:
>
> * Are you familiar with the current geospatial projects going on in
> the city?  I assume it's a huge list of complex wild stuff, but
> looking for specific ideas where we could connect.
> * Do you have a good contact for following up with city management-
> level staff there?  City Manager is responsible on paper, but who
> else might you know from the geospatial angle that I could meet with?
> * Available/interested to join with me if I can get a meeting?
>
> Best wishes, brainstorming welcome :)
>
> Tyler
>
> Tyler Mitchell
> Executive Director
> Open Source Geospatial Foundation
> [hidden email]
> P: [phone]
> M: [phone]
>
>
> _______________________________________________
> OSGeo-BC mailing list
> [hidden email]
> http://lists.osgeo.org/mailman/listinfo/osgeo-bc
>
>

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[Jason Birch]

I'm assuming that you can take care of introducing yourself :)

The Open Source Geospatial Foundation is an international not-for-profit organization whose mission is to support and promote the development of open geospatial technologies and data.

The British Columbia chapter of the Open Source Geospatial Foundation strongly supports the motion currently before this committee.  

Open source software can in many cases be the correct choice for least cost and highest value, but is often overlooked because it does not fit well into traditional procurement processes.  Organisations as diverse as the United States Department of Defence and the Government of South Africa have passed similar motions to ensure that they have the opportunity to take advantage of the benefits offered by open source software.

We encourage you to consider this motion seriously for the benefits and efficiencies that it will bring to your organisation, residents, and businesses.


(sorry didn't get to open data)


-----Original Message-----
From: Kyle, Martin
Sent: Thursday, May 21, 2009 9:06 AM
To: [hidden email]
Subject: Re: [OSGeo BC] Vancouver goes open?

Hi Jason

As I am in transit and I cannot get a hold of Tyler to write a statement...can I ask you to start a draft.

E.g.

We, as members of OSGeoBC, have read the motion before council today concerning open data and open standards.

We feel that it is in alignment with provincial, national, and international momentum among the digital economies. By way of example, the ... Example 1 (maybe EU, Geoconnections, etc...)... have passed similar motions.

..blah blah blah...

OSGeo is an organization...more blah blah.

Martin
H. Martin Kyle, CSSLP GISP | Principal
Sierra Systems Group, Inc.

(T): 604-688-1371 (C): 778-384-5409
1177 West Hastings Street, Suite 2500
Vancouver, BC V6E 2K3

Management Consulting | Project Implementation | Managed Services
website: www.SierraSystems.com

----- Original Message -----
From: [hidden email] <[hidden email]>
To: OSGeo Local Chapter, British Columbia,  Canada <[hidden email]>
Sent: Thu May 21 08:49:40 2009
Subject: RE: [OSGeo BC] Vancouver goes open?

I'm happy with you reading a statement Tyler prepares, or one of your own, as president of OSGeo BC.

Jason

-----Original Message-----
From: [hidden email] [mailto:[hidden email]] On Behalf Of Kyle, Martin
Sent: Thursday, May 21, 2009 8:07 AM
To: [hidden email]
Subject: Re: [OSGeo BC] Vancouver goes open?

Hi Tyler

I just read this messgae now.

I have a few hours free this morning so I will head over. If you can prepare a statement then I will be happy to read it given the opportunity...with the chapter's'approval (by abstention if necessary).

Martin
H. Martin Kyle, CSSLP GISP | Principal
Sierra Systems Group, Inc.

(T): 604-688-1371 (C): 778-384-5409
1177 West Hastings Street, Suite 2500
Vancouver, BC V6E 2K3

Management Consulting | Project Implementation | Managed Services
website: www.SierraSystems.com

----- Original Message -----
From: [hidden email] <[hidden email]>
To: OSGeo Local Chapter, British Columbia, Canada <[hidden email]>
Sent: Wed May 20 20:42:07 2009
Subject: Re: [OSGeo BC] Vancouver goes open?

Unfortunately, my week has me too busy to really follow up well on  
this topic.  But I see in this article, they welcome comments and  
also invite people to come and speak/support the motion TOMORROW.

http://www.cbc.ca/canada/british-columbia/story/2009/05/19/tech-open- 
city-vancouver-standards-source-data-reimer.html

Also a brief note here in their agenda:
http://vancouver.ca/ctyclerk/cclerk/20090521/csbu20090521ag.htm

I won't be making it, (if only it was any other week and I had more  
than a few days notice ;-) ) but maybe some of you locals would be  
interested/able.  If you want to work with my on a statement we can  
do that too.  I'm going to try to put something together, but I'm  
afraid it's too late unless you can show up in person.  I'm sure our  
chapter would gladly support anyone who volunteers to speak on our  
collective behalf at 9:30 in the morning ;-)

Something you might be interested in Gerry?  Martin?  Others?

Tyler


On 15-May-09, at 11:40 AM, Gerry James wrote:

> Sorry I sent that reply just to Tyler...my bad.
>
> I would strongly recommend contacting Jonathan Marks.  He is the  
> GIS manager
> with the COV (at least he used to be).  I have spoken to him a few  
> times but
> wouldn't necessarily call him a contact.  I do not have any other  
> contacts
> but would be very interested to collaborate with you on a meeting.
>
> Let me know how I can help with this initiative.
>
> Thanks,
> Gerry
> _________________________________________
> Gerry James, B.Sc., GISP
> President/Lead Consultant
> *****************************************
> Carteryx Geomatics Consultants Inc.
> Spatial Intelligence for a Changing World
> www.carteryx.com
> _________________________________________
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: [hidden email]
> [mailto:[hidden email]] On Behalf Of Tyler Mitchell
> (OSGeo)
> Sent: Friday, May 15, 2009 11:24 AM
> To: OSGeo-BC List
> Subject: [OSGeo BC] Vancouver goes open?
>
> Thanks to Will for sending me this article:
> http://eaves.ca/2009/05/14/vancouver-enters-the-age-of-the-open-city/
>
> I'd like to come up with a plan to discuss this move with city
> administrators in Vancouver.  So asking for your input on a couple
> fronts:
>
> * Are you familiar with the current geospatial projects going on in
> the city?  I assume it's a huge list of complex wild stuff, but
> looking for specific ideas where we could connect.
> * Do you have a good contact for following up with city management-
> level staff there?  City Manager is responsible on paper, but who
> else might you know from the geospatial angle that I could meet with?
> * Available/interested to join with me if I can get a meeting?
>
> Best wishes, brainstorming welcome :)
>
> Tyler
>
> Tyler Mitchell
> Executive Director
> Open Source Geospatial Foundation
> [hidden email]
> P: [phone]
> M: [phone]
>
>
> _______________________________________________
> OSGeo-BC mailing list
> [hidden email]
> http://lists.osgeo.org/mailman/listinfo/osgeo-bc
>
>

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[Kyle, Martin]

The suggested strategy will be to speak only if there is a great degree of opposition...we can submit a letter of support after the motion passes as a statement from our chapter.

Martin
H. Martin Kyle, CSSLP GISP | Principal
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(T): 604-688-1371 (C): 778-384-5409
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Management Consulting | Project Implementation | Managed Services
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----- Original Message -----
From: [hidden email] <[hidden email]>
To: [hidden email] <[hidden email]>
Sent: Thu May 21 09:05:33 2009
Subject: Re: [OSGeo BC] Vancouver goes open?

Hi Jason

As I am in transit and I cannot get a hold of Tyler to write a statement...can I ask you to start a draft.

E.g.

We, as members of OSGeoBC, have read the motion before council today concerning open data and open standards.

We feel that it is in alignment with provincial, national, and international momentum among the digital economies. By way of example, the ... Example 1 (maybe EU, Geoconnections, etc...)... have passed similar motions.

..blah blah blah...

OSGeo is an organization...more blah blah.

Martin
H. Martin Kyle, CSSLP GISP | Principal
Sierra Systems Group, Inc.

(T): 604-688-1371 (C): 778-384-5409
1177 West Hastings Street, Suite 2500
Vancouver, BC V6E 2K3

Management Consulting | Project Implementation | Managed Services
website: www.SierraSystems.com

----- Original Message -----
From: [hidden email] <[hidden email]>
To: OSGeo Local Chapter, British Columbia,  Canada <[hidden email]>
Sent: Thu May 21 08:49:40 2009
Subject: RE: [OSGeo BC] Vancouver goes open?

I'm happy with you reading a statement Tyler prepares, or one of your own, as president of OSGeo BC.

Jason

-----Original Message-----
From: [hidden email] [mailto:[hidden email]] On Behalf Of Kyle, Martin
Sent: Thursday, May 21, 2009 8:07 AM
To: [hidden email]
Subject: Re: [OSGeo BC] Vancouver goes open?

Hi Tyler

I just read this messgae now.

I have a few hours free this morning so I will head over. If you can prepare a statement then I will be happy to read it given the opportunity...with the chapter's'approval (by abstention if necessary).

Martin
H. Martin Kyle, CSSLP GISP | Principal
Sierra Systems Group, Inc.

(T): 604-688-1371 (C): 778-384-5409
1177 West Hastings Street, Suite 2500
Vancouver, BC V6E 2K3

Management Consulting | Project Implementation | Managed Services
website: www.SierraSystems.com

----- Original Message -----
From: [hidden email] <[hidden email]>
To: OSGeo Local Chapter, British Columbia, Canada <[hidden email]>
Sent: Wed May 20 20:42:07 2009
Subject: Re: [OSGeo BC] Vancouver goes open?

Unfortunately, my week has me too busy to really follow up well on  
this topic.  But I see in this article, they welcome comments and  
also invite people to come and speak/support the motion TOMORROW.

http://www.cbc.ca/canada/british-columbia/story/2009/05/19/tech-open- 
city-vancouver-standards-source-data-reimer.html

Also a brief note here in their agenda:
http://vancouver.ca/ctyclerk/cclerk/20090521/csbu20090521ag.htm

I won't be making it, (if only it was any other week and I had more  
than a few days notice ;-) ) but maybe some of you locals would be  
interested/able.  If you want to work with my on a statement we can  
do that too.  I'm going to try to put something together, but I'm  
afraid it's too late unless you can show up in person.  I'm sure our  
chapter would gladly support anyone who volunteers to speak on our  
collective behalf at 9:30 in the morning ;-)

Something you might be interested in Gerry?  Martin?  Others?

Tyler


On 15-May-09, at 11:40 AM, Gerry James wrote:

> Sorry I sent that reply just to Tyler...my bad.
>
> I would strongly recommend contacting Jonathan Marks.  He is the  
> GIS manager
> with the COV (at least he used to be).  I have spoken to him a few  
> times but
> wouldn't necessarily call him a contact.  I do not have any other  
> contacts
> but would be very interested to collaborate with you on a meeting.
>
> Let me know how I can help with this initiative.
>
> Thanks,
> Gerry
> _________________________________________
> Gerry James, B.Sc., GISP
> President/Lead Consultant
> *****************************************
> Carteryx Geomatics Consultants Inc.
> Spatial Intelligence for a Changing World
> www.carteryx.com
> _________________________________________
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: [hidden email]
> [mailto:[hidden email]] On Behalf Of Tyler Mitchell
> (OSGeo)
> Sent: Friday, May 15, 2009 11:24 AM
> To: OSGeo-BC List
> Subject: [OSGeo BC] Vancouver goes open?
>
> Thanks to Will for sending me this article:
> http://eaves.ca/2009/05/14/vancouver-enters-the-age-of-the-open-city/
>
> I'd like to come up with a plan to discuss this move with city
> administrators in Vancouver.  So asking for your input on a couple
> fronts:
>
> * Are you familiar with the current geospatial projects going on in
> the city?  I assume it's a huge list of complex wild stuff, but
> looking for specific ideas where we could connect.
> * Do you have a good contact for following up with city management-
> level staff there?  City Manager is responsible on paper, but who
> else might you know from the geospatial angle that I could meet with?
> * Available/interested to join with me if I can get a meeting?
>
> Best wishes, brainstorming welcome :)
>
> Tyler
>
> Tyler Mitchell
> Executive Director
> Open Source Geospatial Foundation
> [hidden email]
> P: [phone]
> M: [phone]
>
>
> _______________________________________________
> OSGeo-BC mailing list
> [hidden email]
> http://lists.osgeo.org/mailman/listinfo/osgeo-bc
>
>

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[Kyle, Martin]

Thanks

Will use as needed

Martin
H. Martin Kyle, CSSLP GISP | Principal
Sierra Systems Group, Inc.

(T): 604-688-1371 (C): 778-384-5409
1177 West Hastings Street, Suite 2500
Vancouver, BC V6E 2K3

Management Consulting | Project Implementation | Managed Services
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----- Original Message -----
From: [hidden email] <[hidden email]>
To: OSGeo Local Chapter, British Columbia,  Canada <[hidden email]>
Sent: Thu May 21 09:29:48 2009
Subject: RE: [OSGeo BC] Vancouver goes open?

I'm assuming that you can take care of introducing yourself :)

The Open Source Geospatial Foundation is an international not-for-profit organization whose mission is to support and promote the development of open geospatial technologies and data.

The British Columbia chapter of the Open Source Geospatial Foundation strongly supports the motion currently before this committee.  

Open source software can in many cases be the correct choice for least cost and highest value, but is often overlooked because it does not fit well into traditional procurement processes.  Organisations as diverse as the United States Department of Defence and the Government of South Africa have passed similar motions to ensure that they have the opportunity to take advantage of the benefits offered by open source software.

We encourage you to consider this motion seriously for the benefits and efficiencies that it will bring to your organisation, residents, and businesses.


(sorry didn't get to open data)


-----Original Message-----
From: Kyle, Martin
Sent: Thursday, May 21, 2009 9:06 AM
To: [hidden email]
Subject: Re: [OSGeo BC] Vancouver goes open?

Hi Jason

As I am in transit and I cannot get a hold of Tyler to write a statement...can I ask you to start a draft.

E.g.

We, as members of OSGeoBC, have read the motion before council today concerning open data and open standards.

We feel that it is in alignment with provincial, national, and international momentum among the digital economies. By way of example, the ... Example 1 (maybe EU, Geoconnections, etc...)... have passed similar motions.

..blah blah blah...

OSGeo is an organization...more blah blah.

Martin
H. Martin Kyle, CSSLP GISP | Principal
Sierra Systems Group, Inc.

(T): 604-688-1371 (C): 778-384-5409
1177 West Hastings Street, Suite 2500
Vancouver, BC V6E 2K3

Management Consulting | Project Implementation | Managed Services
website: www.SierraSystems.com

----- Original Message -----
From: [hidden email] <[hidden email]>
To: OSGeo Local Chapter, British Columbia,  Canada <[hidden email]>
Sent: Thu May 21 08:49:40 2009
Subject: RE: [OSGeo BC] Vancouver goes open?

I'm happy with you reading a statement Tyler prepares, or one of your own, as president of OSGeo BC.

Jason

-----Original Message-----
From: [hidden email] [mailto:[hidden email]] On Behalf Of Kyle, Martin
Sent: Thursday, May 21, 2009 8:07 AM
To: [hidden email]
Subject: Re: [OSGeo BC] Vancouver goes open?

Hi Tyler

I just read this messgae now.

I have a few hours free this morning so I will head over. If you can prepare a statement then I will be happy to read it given the opportunity...with the chapter's'approval (by abstention if necessary).

Martin
H. Martin Kyle, CSSLP GISP | Principal
Sierra Systems Group, Inc.

(T): 604-688-1371 (C): 778-384-5409
1177 West Hastings Street, Suite 2500
Vancouver, BC V6E 2K3

Management Consulting | Project Implementation | Managed Services
website: www.SierraSystems.com

----- Original Message -----
From: [hidden email] <[hidden email]>
To: OSGeo Local Chapter, British Columbia, Canada <[hidden email]>
Sent: Wed May 20 20:42:07 2009
Subject: Re: [OSGeo BC] Vancouver goes open?

Unfortunately, my week has me too busy to really follow up well on  
this topic.  But I see in this article, they welcome comments and  
also invite people to come and speak/support the motion TOMORROW.

http://www.cbc.ca/canada/british-columbia/story/2009/05/19/tech-open- 
city-vancouver-standards-source-data-reimer.html

Also a brief note here in their agenda:
http://vancouver.ca/ctyclerk/cclerk/20090521/csbu20090521ag.htm

I won't be making it, (if only it was any other week and I had more  
than a few days notice ;-) ) but maybe some of you locals would be  
interested/able.  If you want to work with my on a statement we can  
do that too.  I'm going to try to put something together, but I'm  
afraid it's too late unless you can show up in person.  I'm sure our  
chapter would gladly support anyone who volunteers to speak on our  
collective behalf at 9:30 in the morning ;-)

Something you might be interested in Gerry?  Martin?  Others?

Tyler


On 15-May-09, at 11:40 AM, Gerry James wrote:

> Sorry I sent that reply just to Tyler...my bad.
>
> I would strongly recommend contacting Jonathan Marks.  He is the  
> GIS manager
> with the COV (at least he used to be).  I have spoken to him a few  
> times but
> wouldn't necessarily call him a contact.  I do not have any other  
> contacts
> but would be very interested to collaborate with you on a meeting.
>
> Let me know how I can help with this initiative.
>
> Thanks,
> Gerry
> _________________________________________
> Gerry James, B.Sc., GISP
> President/Lead Consultant
> *****************************************
> Carteryx Geomatics Consultants Inc.
> Spatial Intelligence for a Changing World
> www.carteryx.com
> _________________________________________
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: [hidden email]
> [mailto:[hidden email]] On Behalf Of Tyler Mitchell
> (OSGeo)
> Sent: Friday, May 15, 2009 11:24 AM
> To: OSGeo-BC List
> Subject: [OSGeo BC] Vancouver goes open?
>
> Thanks to Will for sending me this article:
> http://eaves.ca/2009/05/14/vancouver-enters-the-age-of-the-open-city/
>
> I'd like to come up with a plan to discuss this move with city
> administrators in Vancouver.  So asking for your input on a couple
> fronts:
>
> * Are you familiar with the current geospatial projects going on in
> the city?  I assume it's a huge list of complex wild stuff, but
> looking for specific ideas where we could connect.
> * Do you have a good contact for following up with city management-
> level staff there?  City Manager is responsible on paper, but who
> else might you know from the geospatial angle that I could meet with?
> * Available/interested to join with me if I can get a meeting?
>
> Best wishes, brainstorming welcome :)
>
> Tyler
>
> Tyler Mitchell
> Executive Director
> Open Source Geospatial Foundation
> [hidden email]
> P: [phone]
> M: [phone]
>
>
> _______________________________________________
> OSGeo-BC mailing list
> [hidden email]
> http://lists.osgeo.org/mailman/listinfo/osgeo-bc
>
>

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[Tyler Mitchell (OSGeo)]

Good work Jason and sorry for missing your calls Martin - I'm only  
working half-time this week with a house full of visitors :)  If you  
need to chat further, I'm now available on my phone.  Holler if you  
want me to call you.

Tyler

On 21-May-09, at 9:31 AM, Kyle, Martin wrote:

> Thanks
>
> Will use as needed
>
> Martin
> H. Martin Kyle, CSSLP GISP | Principal
> Sierra Systems Group, Inc.
>
> (T): 604-688-1371 (C): 778-384-5409
> 1177 West Hastings Street, Suite 2500
> Vancouver, BC V6E 2K3
>
> Management Consulting | Project Implementation | Managed Services
> website: www.SierraSystems.com
>
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: [hidden email] <osgeo-bc-
> [hidden email]>
> To: OSGeo Local Chapter, British Columbia,  Canada <osgeo-
> [hidden email]>
> Sent: Thu May 21 09:29:48 2009
> Subject: RE: [OSGeo BC] Vancouver goes open?
>
> I'm assuming that you can take care of introducing yourself :)
>
> The Open Source Geospatial Foundation is an international not-for-
> profit organization whose mission is to support and promote the  
> development of open geospatial technologies and data.
>
> The British Columbia chapter of the Open Source Geospatial  
> Foundation strongly supports the motion currently before this  
> committee.
>
> Open source software can in many cases be the correct choice for  
> least cost and highest value, but is often overlooked because it  
> does not fit well into traditional procurement processes.  
> Organisations as diverse as the United States Department of Defence  
> and the Government of South Africa have passed similar motions to  
> ensure that they have the opportunity to take advantage of the  
> benefits offered by open source software.
>
> We encourage you to consider this motion seriously for the benefits  
> and efficiencies that it will bring to your organisation,  
> residents, and businesses.
>
>
> (sorry didn't get to open data)
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Kyle, Martin
> Sent: Thursday, May 21, 2009 9:06 AM
> To: [hidden email]
> Subject: Re: [OSGeo BC] Vancouver goes open?
>
> Hi Jason
>
> As I am in transit and I cannot get a hold of Tyler to write a  
> statement...can I ask you to start a draft.
>
> E.g.
>
> We, as members of OSGeoBC, have read the motion before council  
> today concerning open data and open standards.
>
> We feel that it is in alignment with provincial, national, and  
> international momentum among the digital economies. By way of  
> example, the ... Example 1 (maybe EU, Geoconnections, etc...)...  
> have passed similar motions.
>
> ..blah blah blah...
>
> OSGeo is an organization...more blah blah.
>
> Martin
> H. Martin Kyle, CSSLP GISP | Principal
> Sierra Systems Group, Inc.
>
> (T): 604-688-1371 (C): 778-384-5409
> 1177 West Hastings Street, Suite 2500
> Vancouver, BC V6E 2K3
>
> Management Consulting | Project Implementation | Managed Services
> website: www.SierraSystems.com
>
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: [hidden email] <osgeo-bc-
> [hidden email]>
> To: OSGeo Local Chapter, British Columbia,  Canada <osgeo-
> [hidden email]>
> Sent: Thu May 21 08:49:40 2009
> Subject: RE: [OSGeo BC] Vancouver goes open?
>
> I'm happy with you reading a statement Tyler prepares, or one of  
> your own, as president of OSGeo BC.
>
> Jason
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: [hidden email] [mailto:osgeo-bc-
> [hidden email]] On Behalf Of Kyle, Martin
> Sent: Thursday, May 21, 2009 8:07 AM
> To: [hidden email]
> Subject: Re: [OSGeo BC] Vancouver goes open?
>
> Hi Tyler
>
> I just read this messgae now.
>
> I have a few hours free this morning so I will head over. If you  
> can prepare a statement then I will be happy to read it given the  
> opportunity...with the chapter's'approval (by abstention if  
> necessary).
>
> Martin
> H. Martin Kyle, CSSLP GISP | Principal
> Sierra Systems Group, Inc.
>
> (T): 604-688-1371 (C): 778-384-5409
> 1177 West Hastings Street, Suite 2500
> Vancouver, BC V6E 2K3
>
> Management Consulting | Project Implementation | Managed Services
> website: www.SierraSystems.com
>
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: [hidden email] <osgeo-bc-
> [hidden email]>
> To: OSGeo Local Chapter, British Columbia, Canada <osgeo-
> [hidden email]>
> Sent: Wed May 20 20:42:07 2009
> Subject: Re: [OSGeo BC] Vancouver goes open?
>
> Unfortunately, my week has me too busy to really follow up well on
> this topic.  But I see in this article, they welcome comments and
> also invite people to come and speak/support the motion TOMORROW.
>
> http://www.cbc.ca/canada/british-columbia/story/2009/05/19/tech-open-
> city-vancouver-standards-source-data-reimer.html
>
> Also a brief note here in their agenda:
> http://vancouver.ca/ctyclerk/cclerk/20090521/csbu20090521ag.htm
>
> I won't be making it, (if only it was any other week and I had more
> than a few days notice ;-) ) but maybe some of you locals would be
> interested/able.  If you want to work with my on a statement we can
> do that too.  I'm going to try to put something together, but I'm
> afraid it's too late unless you can show up in person.  I'm sure our
> chapter would gladly support anyone who volunteers to speak on our
> collective behalf at 9:30 in the morning ;-)
>
> Something you might be interested in Gerry?  Martin?  Others?
>
> Tyler
>
>
> On 15-May-09, at 11:40 AM, Gerry James wrote:
>
>> Sorry I sent that reply just to Tyler...my bad.
>>
>> I would strongly recommend contacting Jonathan Marks.  He is the
>> GIS manager
>> with the COV (at least he used to be).  I have spoken to him a few
>> times but
>> wouldn't necessarily call him a contact.  I do not have any other
>> contacts
>> but would be very interested to collaborate with you on a meeting.
>>
>> Let me know how I can help with this initiative.
>>
>> Thanks,
>> Gerry
>> _________________________________________
>> Gerry James, B.Sc., GISP
>> President/Lead Consultant
>> *****************************************
>> Carteryx Geomatics Consultants Inc.
>> Spatial Intelligence for a Changing World
>> www.carteryx.com
>> _________________________________________
>>
>>
>> -----Original Message-----
>> From: [hidden email]
>> [mailto:[hidden email]] On Behalf Of Tyler Mitchell
>> (OSGeo)
>> Sent: Friday, May 15, 2009 11:24 AM
>> To: OSGeo-BC List
>> Subject: [OSGeo BC] Vancouver goes open?
>>
>> Thanks to Will for sending me this article:
>> http://eaves.ca/2009/05/14/vancouver-enters-the-age-of-the-open-city/
>>
>> I'd like to come up with a plan to discuss this move with city
>> administrators in Vancouver.  So asking for your input on a couple
>> fronts:
>>
>> * Are you familiar with the current geospatial projects going on in
>> the city?  I assume it's a huge list of complex wild stuff, but
>> looking for specific ideas where we could connect.
>> * Do you have a good contact for following up with city management-
>> level staff there?  City Manager is responsible on paper, but who
>> else might you know from the geospatial angle that I could meet with?
>> * Available/interested to join with me if I can get a meeting?
>>
>> Best wishes, brainstorming welcome :)
>>
>> Tyler
>>
>> Tyler Mitchell
>> Executive Director
>> Open Source Geospatial Foundation
>> [hidden email]
>> P: [phone]
>> M: [phone]
>>
>>
>> _______________________________________________
>> OSGeo-BC mailing list
>> [hidden email]
>> http://lists.osgeo.org/mailman/listinfo/osgeo-bc
>>
>>
> _______________________________________________
> OSGeo-BC mailing list
> [hidden email]
> http://lists.osgeo.org/mailman/listinfo/osgeo-bc
>
>
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[Kyle, Martin]

FYI

I had to leave for a 12:00 PM meeting...I left around 11:30 and they
still had not reached the agenda item of interest. It may have gotten
deferred but I am not sure yet.

Martin

-----Original Message-----
From: [hidden email]
[mailto:[hidden email]] On Behalf Of Tyler Mitchell
(OSGeo)
Sent: Thursday, May 21, 2009 10:17 AM
To: OSGeo Local Chapter, British Columbia, Canada
Subject: Re: [OSGeo BC] Vancouver goes open?

Good work Jason and sorry for missing your calls Martin - I'm only  
working half-time this week with a house full of visitors :)  If you  
need to chat further, I'm now available on my phone.  Holler if you  
want me to call you.

Tyler

On 21-May-09, at 9:31 AM, Kyle, Martin wrote:

> Thanks
>
> Will use as needed
>
> Martin
> H. Martin Kyle, CSSLP GISP | Principal
> Sierra Systems Group, Inc.
>
> (T): 604-688-1371 (C): 778-384-5409
> 1177 West Hastings Street, Suite 2500
> Vancouver, BC V6E 2K3
>
> Management Consulting | Project Implementation | Managed Services
> website: www.SierraSystems.com
>
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: [hidden email] <osgeo-bc-
> [hidden email]>
> To: OSGeo Local Chapter, British Columbia,  Canada <osgeo-
> [hidden email]>
> Sent: Thu May 21 09:29:48 2009
> Subject: RE: [OSGeo BC] Vancouver goes open?
>
> I'm assuming that you can take care of introducing yourself :)
>
> The Open Source Geospatial Foundation is an international not-for-
> profit organization whose mission is to support and promote the  
> development of open geospatial technologies and data.
>
> The British Columbia chapter of the Open Source Geospatial  
> Foundation strongly supports the motion currently before this  
> committee.
>
> Open source software can in many cases be the correct choice for  
> least cost and highest value, but is often overlooked because it  
> does not fit well into traditional procurement processes.  
> Organisations as diverse as the United States Department of Defence  
> and the Government of South Africa have passed similar motions to  
> ensure that they have the opportunity to take advantage of the  
> benefits offered by open source software.
>
> We encourage you to consider this motion seriously for the benefits  
> and efficiencies that it will bring to your organisation,  
> residents, and businesses.
>
>
> (sorry didn't get to open data)
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Kyle, Martin
> Sent: Thursday, May 21, 2009 9:06 AM
> To: [hidden email]
> Subject: Re: [OSGeo BC] Vancouver goes open?
>
> Hi Jason
>
> As I am in transit and I cannot get a hold of Tyler to write a  
> statement...can I ask you to start a draft.
>
> E.g.
>
> We, as members of OSGeoBC, have read the motion before council  
> today concerning open data and open standards.
>
> We feel that it is in alignment with provincial, national, and  
> international momentum among the digital economies. By way of  
> example, the ... Example 1 (maybe EU, Geoconnections, etc...)...  
> have passed similar motions.
>
> ..blah blah blah...
>
> OSGeo is an organization...more blah blah.
>
> Martin
> H. Martin Kyle, CSSLP GISP | Principal
> Sierra Systems Group, Inc.
>
> (T): 604-688-1371 (C): 778-384-5409
> 1177 West Hastings Street, Suite 2500
> Vancouver, BC V6E 2K3
>
> Management Consulting | Project Implementation | Managed Services
> website: www.SierraSystems.com
>
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: [hidden email] <osgeo-bc-
> [hidden email]>
> To: OSGeo Local Chapter, British Columbia,  Canada <osgeo-
> [hidden email]>
> Sent: Thu May 21 08:49:40 2009
> Subject: RE: [OSGeo BC] Vancouver goes open?
>
> I'm happy with you reading a statement Tyler prepares, or one of  
> your own, as president of OSGeo BC.
>
> Jason
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: [hidden email] [mailto:osgeo-bc-
> [hidden email]] On Behalf Of Kyle, Martin
> Sent: Thursday, May 21, 2009 8:07 AM
> To: [hidden email]
> Subject: Re: [OSGeo BC] Vancouver goes open?
>
> Hi Tyler
>
> I just read this messgae now.
>
> I have a few hours free this morning so I will head over. If you  
> can prepare a statement then I will be happy to read it given the  
> opportunity...with the chapter's'approval (by abstention if  
> necessary).
>
> Martin
> H. Martin Kyle, CSSLP GISP | Principal
> Sierra Systems Group, Inc.
>
> (T): 604-688-1371 (C): 778-384-5409
> 1177 West Hastings Street, Suite 2500
> Vancouver, BC V6E 2K3
>
> Management Consulting | Project Implementation | Managed Services
> website: www.SierraSystems.com
>
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: [hidden email] <osgeo-bc-
> [hidden email]>
> To: OSGeo Local Chapter, British Columbia, Canada <osgeo-
> [hidden email]>
> Sent: Wed May 20 20:42:07 2009
> Subject: Re: [OSGeo BC] Vancouver goes open?
>
> Unfortunately, my week has me too busy to really follow up well on
> this topic.  But I see in this article, they welcome comments and
> also invite people to come and speak/support the motion TOMORROW.
>
> http://www.cbc.ca/canada/british-columbia/story/2009/05/19/tech-open-
> city-vancouver-standards-source-data-reimer.html
>
> Also a brief note here in their agenda:
> http://vancouver.ca/ctyclerk/cclerk/20090521/csbu20090521ag.htm
>
> I won't be making it, (if only it was any other week and I had more
> than a few days notice ;-) ) but maybe some of you locals would be
> interested/able.  If you want to work with my on a statement we can
> do that too.  I'm going to try to put something together, but I'm
> afraid it's too late unless you can show up in person.  I'm sure our
> chapter would gladly support anyone who volunteers to speak on our
> collective behalf at 9:30 in the morning ;-)
>
> Something you might be interested in Gerry?  Martin?  Others?
>
> Tyler
>
>
> On 15-May-09, at 11:40 AM, Gerry James wrote:
>
>> Sorry I sent that reply just to Tyler...my bad.
>>
>> I would strongly recommend contacting Jonathan Marks.  He is the
>> GIS manager
>> with the COV (at least he used to be).  I have spoken to him a few
>> times but
>> wouldn't necessarily call him a contact.  I do not have any other
>> contacts
>> but would be very interested to collaborate with you on a meeting.
>>
>> Let me know how I can help with this initiative.
>>
>> Thanks,
>> Gerry
>> _________________________________________
>> Gerry James, B.Sc., GISP
>> President/Lead Consultant
>> *****************************************
>> Carteryx Geomatics Consultants Inc.
>> Spatial Intelligence for a Changing World
>> www.carteryx.com
>> _________________________________________
>>
>>
>> -----Original Message-----
>> From: [hidden email]
>> [mailto:[hidden email]] On Behalf Of Tyler Mitchell
>> (OSGeo)
>> Sent: Friday, May 15, 2009 11:24 AM
>> To: OSGeo-BC List
>> Subject: [OSGeo BC] Vancouver goes open?
>>
>> Thanks to Will for sending me this article:
>> http://eaves.ca/2009/05/14/vancouver-enters-the-age-of-the-open-city/
>>
>> I'd like to come up with a plan to discuss this move with city
>> administrators in Vancouver.  So asking for your input on a couple
>> fronts:
>>
>> * Are you familiar with the current geospatial projects going on in
>> the city?  I assume it's a huge list of complex wild stuff, but
>> looking for specific ideas where we could connect.
>> * Do you have a good contact for following up with city management-
>> level staff there?  City Manager is responsible on paper, but who
>> else might you know from the geospatial angle that I could meet with?
>> * Available/interested to join with me if I can get a meeting?
>>
>> Best wishes, brainstorming welcome :)
>>
>> Tyler
>>
>> Tyler Mitchell
>> Executive Director
>> Open Source Geospatial Foundation
>> [hidden email]
>> P: [phone]
>> M: [phone]
>>
>>
>> _______________________________________________
>> OSGeo-BC mailing list
>> [hidden email]
>> http://lists.osgeo.org/mailman/listinfo/osgeo-bc
>>
>>
> _______________________________________________
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[Mark, Jonathan]

I believe discussion resumed at 2pm but I am not there

-----Original Message-----
From: [hidden email]
[mailto:[hidden email]] On Behalf Of Kyle, Martin
Sent: Thursday, May 21, 2009 2:47 PM
To: OSGeo Local Chapter, British Columbia, Canada
Subject: RE: [OSGeo BC] Vancouver goes open?

FYI

I had to leave for a 12:00 PM meeting...I left around 11:30 and they
still had not reached the agenda item of interest. It may have gotten
deferred but I am not sure yet.

Martin

-----Original Message-----
From: [hidden email]
[mailto:[hidden email]] On Behalf Of Tyler Mitchell
(OSGeo)
Sent: Thursday, May 21, 2009 10:17 AM
To: OSGeo Local Chapter, British Columbia, Canada
Subject: Re: [OSGeo BC] Vancouver goes open?

Good work Jason and sorry for missing your calls Martin - I'm only
working half-time this week with a house full of visitors :)  If you
need to chat further, I'm now available on my phone.  Holler if you want
me to call you.

Tyler

On 21-May-09, at 9:31 AM, Kyle, Martin wrote:

> Thanks
>
> Will use as needed
>
> Martin
> H. Martin Kyle, CSSLP GISP | Principal
> Sierra Systems Group, Inc.
>
> (T): 604-688-1371 (C): 778-384-5409
> 1177 West Hastings Street, Suite 2500
> Vancouver, BC V6E 2K3
>
> Management Consulting | Project Implementation | Managed Services
> website: www.SierraSystems.com
>
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: [hidden email] <osgeo-bc-
> [hidden email]>
> To: OSGeo Local Chapter, British Columbia,  Canada <osgeo-
> [hidden email]>
> Sent: Thu May 21 09:29:48 2009
> Subject: RE: [OSGeo BC] Vancouver goes open?
>
> I'm assuming that you can take care of introducing yourself :)
>
> The Open Source Geospatial Foundation is an international not-for-
> profit organization whose mission is to support and promote the  
> development of open geospatial technologies and data.
>
> The British Columbia chapter of the Open Source Geospatial  
> Foundation strongly supports the motion currently before this  
> committee.
>
> Open source software can in many cases be the correct choice for  
> least cost and highest value, but is often overlooked because it  
> does not fit well into traditional procurement processes.  
> Organisations as diverse as the United States Department of Defence  
> and the Government of South Africa have passed similar motions to  
> ensure that they have the opportunity to take advantage of the  
> benefits offered by open source software.
>
> We encourage you to consider this motion seriously for the benefits  
> and efficiencies that it will bring to your organisation,  
> residents, and businesses.
>
>
> (sorry didn't get to open data)
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Kyle, Martin
> Sent: Thursday, May 21, 2009 9:06 AM
> To: [hidden email]
> Subject: Re: [OSGeo BC] Vancouver goes open?
>
> Hi Jason
>
> As I am in transit and I cannot get a hold of Tyler to write a  
> statement...can I ask you to start a draft.
>
> E.g.
>
> We, as members of OSGeoBC, have read the motion before council  
> today concerning open data and open standards.
>
> We feel that it is in alignment with provincial, national, and  
> international momentum among the digital economies. By way of  
> example, the ... Example 1 (maybe EU, Geoconnections, etc...)...  
> have passed similar motions.
>
> ..blah blah blah...
>
> OSGeo is an organization...more blah blah.
>
> Martin
> H. Martin Kyle, CSSLP GISP | Principal
> Sierra Systems Group, Inc.
>
> (T): 604-688-1371 (C): 778-384-5409
> 1177 West Hastings Street, Suite 2500
> Vancouver, BC V6E 2K3
>
> Management Consulting | Project Implementation | Managed Services
> website: www.SierraSystems.com
>
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: [hidden email] <osgeo-bc-
> [hidden email]>
> To: OSGeo Local Chapter, British Columbia,  Canada <osgeo-
> [hidden email]>
> Sent: Thu May 21 08:49:40 2009
> Subject: RE: [OSGeo BC] Vancouver goes open?
>
> I'm happy with you reading a statement Tyler prepares, or one of  
> your own, as president of OSGeo BC.
>
> Jason
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: [hidden email] [mailto:osgeo-bc-
> [hidden email]] On Behalf Of Kyle, Martin
> Sent: Thursday, May 21, 2009 8:07 AM
> To: [hidden email]
> Subject: Re: [OSGeo BC] Vancouver goes open?
>
> Hi Tyler
>
> I just read this messgae now.
>
> I have a few hours free this morning so I will head over. If you  
> can prepare a statement then I will be happy to read it given the  
> opportunity...with the chapter's'approval (by abstention if  
> necessary).
>
> Martin
> H. Martin Kyle, CSSLP GISP | Principal
> Sierra Systems Group, Inc.
>
> (T): 604-688-1371 (C): 778-384-5409
> 1177 West Hastings Street, Suite 2500
> Vancouver, BC V6E 2K3
>
> Management Consulting | Project Implementation | Managed Services
> website: www.SierraSystems.com
>
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: [hidden email] <osgeo-bc-
> [hidden email]>
> To: OSGeo Local Chapter, British Columbia, Canada <osgeo-
> [hidden email]>
> Sent: Wed May 20 20:42:07 2009
> Subject: Re: [OSGeo BC] Vancouver goes open?
>
> Unfortunately, my week has me too busy to really follow up well on
> this topic.  But I see in this article, they welcome comments and
> also invite people to come and speak/support the motion TOMORROW.
>
> http://www.cbc.ca/canada/british-columbia/story/2009/05/19/tech-open-
> city-vancouver-standards-source-data-reimer.html
>
> Also a brief note here in their agenda:
> http://vancouver.ca/ctyclerk/cclerk/20090521/csbu20090521ag.htm
>
> I won't be making it, (if only it was any other week and I had more
> than a few days notice ;-) ) but maybe some of you locals would be
> interested/able.  If you want to work with my on a statement we can
> do that too.  I'm going to try to put something together, but I'm
> afraid it's too late unless you can show up in person.  I'm sure our
> chapter would gladly support anyone who volunteers to speak on our
> collective behalf at 9:30 in the morning ;-)
>
> Something you might be interested in Gerry?  Martin?  Others?
>
> Tyler
>
>
> On 15-May-09, at 11:40 AM, Gerry James wrote:
>
>> Sorry I sent that reply just to Tyler...my bad.
>>
>> I would strongly recommend contacting Jonathan Marks.  He is the
>> GIS manager
>> with the COV (at least he used to be).  I have spoken to him a few
>> times but
>> wouldn't necessarily call him a contact.  I do not have any other
>> contacts
>> but would be very interested to collaborate with you on a meeting.
>>
>> Let me know how I can help with this initiative.
>>
>> Thanks,
>> Gerry
>> _________________________________________
>> Gerry James, B.Sc., GISP
>> President/Lead Consultant
>> *****************************************
>> Carteryx Geomatics Consultants Inc.
>> Spatial Intelligence for a Changing World
>> www.carteryx.com
>> _________________________________________
>>
>>
>> -----Original Message-----
>> From: [hidden email]
>> [mailto:[hidden email]] On Behalf Of Tyler Mitchell
>> (OSGeo)
>> Sent: Friday, May 15, 2009 11:24 AM
>> To: OSGeo-BC List
>> Subject: [OSGeo BC] Vancouver goes open?
>>
>> Thanks to Will for sending me this article:
>> http://eaves.ca/2009/05/14/vancouver-enters-the-age-of-the-open-city/
>>
>> I'd like to come up with a plan to discuss this move with city
>> administrators in Vancouver.  So asking for your input on a couple
>> fronts:
>>
>> * Are you familiar with the current geospatial projects going on in
>> the city?  I assume it's a huge list of complex wild stuff, but
>> looking for specific ideas where we could connect.
>> * Do you have a good contact for following up with city management-
>> level staff there?  City Manager is responsible on paper, but who
>> else might you know from the geospatial angle that I could meet with?
>> * Available/interested to join with me if I can get a meeting?
>>
>> Best wishes, brainstorming welcome :)
>>
>> Tyler
>>
>> Tyler Mitchell
>> Executive Director
>> Open Source Geospatial Foundation
>> [hidden email]
>> P: [phone]
>> M: [phone]
>>
>>
>> _______________________________________________
>> OSGeo-BC mailing list
>> [hidden email]
>> http://lists.osgeo.org/mailman/listinfo/osgeo-bc
>>
>>
> _______________________________________________
> OSGeo-BC mailing list
> [hidden email]
> http://lists.osgeo.org/mailman/listinfo/osgeo-bc
>
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[Kyle, Martin]

Right...they are talking iabout it right now... here:


-----Original Message-----
From: [hidden email]
[mailto:[hidden email]] On Behalf Of Mark, Jonathan
Sent: Thursday, May 21, 2009 2:47 PM
To: OSGeo Local Chapter, British Columbia, Canada
Subject: RE: [OSGeo BC] Vancouver goes open?

I believe discussion resumed at 2pm but I am not there

-----Original Message-----
From: [hidden email]
[mailto:[hidden email]] On Behalf Of Kyle, Martin
Sent: Thursday, May 21, 2009 2:47 PM
To: OSGeo Local Chapter, British Columbia, Canada
Subject: RE: [OSGeo BC] Vancouver goes open?

FYI

I had to leave for a 12:00 PM meeting...I left around 11:30 and they
still had not reached the agenda item of interest. It may have gotten
deferred but I am not sure yet.

Martin

-----Original Message-----
From: [hidden email]
[mailto:[hidden email]] On Behalf Of Tyler Mitchell
(OSGeo)
Sent: Thursday, May 21, 2009 10:17 AM
To: OSGeo Local Chapter, British Columbia, Canada
Subject: Re: [OSGeo BC] Vancouver goes open?

Good work Jason and sorry for missing your calls Martin - I'm only
working half-time this week with a house full of visitors :)  If you
need to chat further, I'm now available on my phone.  Holler if you want
me to call you.

Tyler

On 21-May-09, at 9:31 AM, Kyle, Martin wrote:

> Thanks
>
> Will use as needed
>
> Martin
> H. Martin Kyle, CSSLP GISP | Principal
> Sierra Systems Group, Inc.
>
> (T): 604-688-1371 (C): 778-384-5409
> 1177 West Hastings Street, Suite 2500
> Vancouver, BC V6E 2K3
>
> Management Consulting | Project Implementation | Managed Services
> website: www.SierraSystems.com
>
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: [hidden email] <osgeo-bc-
> [hidden email]>
> To: OSGeo Local Chapter, British Columbia,  Canada <osgeo-
> [hidden email]>
> Sent: Thu May 21 09:29:48 2009
> Subject: RE: [OSGeo BC] Vancouver goes open?
>
> I'm assuming that you can take care of introducing yourself :)
>
> The Open Source Geospatial Foundation is an international not-for-
> profit organization whose mission is to support and promote the  
> development of open geospatial technologies and data.
>
> The British Columbia chapter of the Open Source Geospatial  
> Foundation strongly supports the motion currently before this  
> committee.
>
> Open source software can in many cases be the correct choice for  
> least cost and highest value, but is often overlooked because it  
> does not fit well into traditional procurement processes.  
> Organisations as diverse as the United States Department of Defence  
> and the Government of South Africa have passed similar motions to  
> ensure that they have the opportunity to take advantage of the  
> benefits offered by open source software.
>
> We encourage you to consider this motion seriously for the benefits  
> and efficiencies that it will bring to your organisation,  
> residents, and businesses.
>
>
> (sorry didn't get to open data)
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Kyle, Martin
> Sent: Thursday, May 21, 2009 9:06 AM
> To: [hidden email]
> Subject: Re: [OSGeo BC] Vancouver goes open?
>
> Hi Jason
>
> As I am in transit and I cannot get a hold of Tyler to write a  
> statement...can I ask you to start a draft.
>
> E.g.
>
> We, as members of OSGeoBC, have read the motion before council  
> today concerning open data and open standards.
>
> We feel that it is in alignment with provincial, national, and  
> international momentum among the digital economies. By way of  
> example, the ... Example 1 (maybe EU, Geoconnections, etc...)...  
> have passed similar motions.
>
> ..blah blah blah...
>
> OSGeo is an organization...more blah blah.
>
> Martin
> H. Martin Kyle, CSSLP GISP | Principal
> Sierra Systems Group, Inc.
>
> (T): 604-688-1371 (C): 778-384-5409
> 1177 West Hastings Street, Suite 2500
> Vancouver, BC V6E 2K3
>
> Management Consulting | Project Implementation | Managed Services
> website: www.SierraSystems.com
>
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: [hidden email] <osgeo-bc-
> [hidden email]>
> To: OSGeo Local Chapter, British Columbia,  Canada <osgeo-
> [hidden email]>
> Sent: Thu May 21 08:49:40 2009
> Subject: RE: [OSGeo BC] Vancouver goes open?
>
> I'm happy with you reading a statement Tyler prepares, or one of  
> your own, as president of OSGeo BC.
>
> Jason
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: [hidden email] [mailto:osgeo-bc-
> [hidden email]] On Behalf Of Kyle, Martin
> Sent: Thursday, May 21, 2009 8:07 AM
> To: [hidden email]
> Subject: Re: [OSGeo BC] Vancouver goes open?
>
> Hi Tyler
>
> I just read this messgae now.
>
> I have a few hours free this morning so I will head over. If you  
> can prepare a statement then I will be happy to read it given the  
> opportunity...with the chapter's'approval (by abstention if  
> necessary).
>
> Martin
> H. Martin Kyle, CSSLP GISP | Principal
> Sierra Systems Group, Inc.
>
> (T): 604-688-1371 (C): 778-384-5409
> 1177 West Hastings Street, Suite 2500
> Vancouver, BC V6E 2K3
>
> Management Consulting | Project Implementation | Managed Services
> website: www.SierraSystems.com
>
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: [hidden email] <osgeo-bc-
> [hidden email]>
> To: OSGeo Local Chapter, British Columbia, Canada <osgeo-
> [hidden email]>
> Sent: Wed May 20 20:42:07 2009
> Subject: Re: [OSGeo BC] Vancouver goes open?
>
> Unfortunately, my week has me too busy to really follow up well on
> this topic.  But I see in this article, they welcome comments and
> also invite people to come and speak/support the motion TOMORROW.
>
> http://www.cbc.ca/canada/british-columbia/story/2009/05/19/tech-open-
> city-vancouver-standards-source-data-reimer.html
>
> Also a brief note here in their agenda:
> http://vancouver.ca/ctyclerk/cclerk/20090521/csbu20090521ag.htm
>
> I won't be making it, (if only it was any other week and I had more
> than a few days notice ;-) ) but maybe some of you locals would be
> interested/able.  If you want to work with my on a statement we can
> do that too.  I'm going to try to put something together, but I'm
> afraid it's too late unless you can show up in person.  I'm sure our
> chapter would gladly support anyone who volunteers to speak on our
> collective behalf at 9:30 in the morning ;-)
>
> Something you might be interested in Gerry?  Martin?  Others?
>
> Tyler
>
>
> On 15-May-09, at 11:40 AM, Gerry James wrote:
>
>> Sorry I sent that reply just to Tyler...my bad.
>>
>> I would strongly recommend contacting Jonathan Marks.  He is the
>> GIS manager
>> with the COV (at least he used to be).  I have spoken to him a few
>> times but
>> wouldn't necessarily call him a contact.  I do not have any other
>> contacts
>> but would be very interested to collaborate with you on a meeting.
>>
>> Let me know how I can help with this initiative.
>>
>> Thanks,
>> Gerry
>> _________________________________________
>> Gerry James, B.Sc., GISP
>> President/Lead Consultant
>> *****************************************
>> Carteryx Geomatics Consultants Inc.
>> Spatial Intelligence for a Changing World
>> www.carteryx.com
>> _________________________________________
>>
>>
>> -----Original Message-----
>> From: [hidden email]
>> [mailto:[hidden email]] On Behalf Of Tyler Mitchell
>> (OSGeo)
>> Sent: Friday, May 15, 2009 11:24 AM
>> To: OSGeo-BC List
>> Subject: [OSGeo BC] Vancouver goes open?
>>
>> Thanks to Will for sending me this article:
>> http://eaves.ca/2009/05/14/vancouver-enters-the-age-of-the-open-city/
>>
>> I'd like to come up with a plan to discuss this move with city
>> administrators in Vancouver.  So asking for your input on a couple
>> fronts:
>>
>> * Are you familiar with the current geospatial projects going on in
>> the city?  I assume it's a huge list of complex wild stuff, but
>> looking for specific ideas where we could connect.
>> * Do you have a good contact for following up with city management-
>> level staff there?  City Manager is responsible on paper, but who
>> else might you know from the geospatial angle that I could meet with?
>> * Available/interested to join with me if I can get a meeting?
>>
>> Best wishes, brainstorming welcome :)
>>
>> Tyler
>>
>> Tyler Mitchell
>> Executive Director
>> Open Source Geospatial Foundation
>> [hidden email]
>> P: [phone]
>> M: [phone]
>>
>>
>> _______________________________________________
>> OSGeo-BC mailing list
>> [hidden email]
>> http://lists.osgeo.org/mailman/listinfo/osgeo-bc
>>
>>
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