The Tacoma EnviroNews Listserv is a two-way email list that connects city government, Tacoma residents, community activists, and environmental organizations. Subscribers receive and can post information about environmental topics, including grant opportunities, workshops, restoration activities, volunteer programs, training sessions, announcements, and news or events focused on sustainability and environmental issues.
Subscribing and Unsubscribing
To subscribe or unsubscribe, send an email to tacoma-environews-request@list.cityoftacoma.org with either "subscribe" or "unsubscribe" in the subject line.
- Do not include any other text or an automatic signature in the subject line or body of the message.
- You should receive an automated confirmation email within a few minutes. If you do not receive confirmation, check your junk mail folder.
Public Disclosure Notice:
By subscribing to this listserv, your email address is considered public information and may be disclosed upon request under the Public Records Act (Chapter 42.56 RCW).
Posting Messages
To send a message to the listserv, compose an email and send it to
tacoma-environews@list.cityoftacoma.org. Your message will be reviewed by list moderators and if approved, will be distributed to all subscribers.
Subject Lines
Use descriptive subject lines that allow readers to quickly scan for topics of interest.
Attachments
To ensure smooth delivery and accessibility, avoid sending attachments. Instead, include relevant information within the body of your email. Attachments can contain viruses, slow message distribution, and may be inaccessible to some recipients.
Reply Function
Be mindful when replying to messages. The listserv is configured so that replies go to the entire list, regardless of whether you hit "Reply" or "Reply All." If you need to respond to a specific individual, create a new email and send your reply directly to that person.
Daily Digest Option
If you receive too many emails from the listserv, you can switch to a daily digest format. To do this:
- Create a subscription account at list.cityoftacoma.org and login to update your preferences.
- Switch your email preference settings. Be sure to include the email address you are subscribed under.
Purpose
The purpose of the EnviroNews Listserv is to:
- Share information about environmental news, events, and workshops
- Announce volunteer opportunities and restoration activitie
- Post grant opportunities, training sessions, and sustainability initiative
- Provide updates on environmental policies and projects impacting Tacoma
The listserv is not intended for:
- Open discussions or debates on environmental issues
- Critiquing or discussing messages posted to the list
- Promotional or unrelated content
Misuse of the Listserv
Subscribers who misuse the listserv may be temporarily removed or permanently blocked at the discretion of the list manager. Examples of misuse include, but are not limited to:
- Posting off-topic messages
- Using abusive language
- Violating city, state, county, or federal law
- Using the system to support or oppose a political candidacy or ballot initiative
The City of Tacoma maintains the right to suspend or remove users who misuse the listserv or to discontinue the service altogether.
The City of Tacoma is not responsible for the content distributed through the listserv. Information provided to the City of Tacoma, including your email address, is subject to disclosure under the Public Records Act (Chapter 42.56 RCW).