Website ListServ Policy


The MnGFOA website has a ListServ available to members. The ListServ is a tool used by members to share information easily via e-mail. When using the MnGFOA ListServ, members should remember the following:

  • Use good judgment when sending messages because messages are not confidential.

  • Recognize that any responses received are not intended to provide legal advice.

  • Messages can and may be forwarded to individuals who are not subscribed to the listserv.

  • Some subjects may not be appropriate for publication on a ListServ such as messages containing detailed information regarding specific individuals or situations.

  • Use the ListServ to gather general information, or, if necessary, use hypothetical situations.

  • Some of the potential risks could include violation of the data practices act for releasing nonpublic data, defamation claims, and waiver of the attorney/client privilege.


Members will not use the MnGFOA ListServ for:

  • Posting any defamatory, abusive, profane, threatening, offensive or illegal material.

  • Posting any materials protected by copyright without the permission of the copyright owner.

  • For solicitation or advertising including any based on political parties or affiliations.

  • Jokes and/or entertainment-type messages.


Misuse of the MnGFOA ListServ could result in disciplinary action against the member, including loss of rights to use the ListServ and/or MnGFOA membership revocation by the MnGFOA Executive Board.