Request to Moderators/Admin

[SoCal LS-L]

From seeing quite a few queries on the subject, and being curious myself, I was wondering if we could put some thought into the idea of a section that has 50 threads, each by state, where members could list their city in the appropriate State thread. This would make it very easy to see if any other active members live in a city nearby (for help, questions, meets, etc.).

The last time I tried to look at the Frappr.com map, I was given the 404 error, and its by no means a comprehensive map of our forum members anyways.

I realize this might be a PITA, or not, so I just thought id put it out there, I have always wondered who lives nearby down here, where the concentration of members reside, etc. etc. and was hoping we could put together either a map with hoverable points (member info), or a simple listing of members of each State in a thread or link menu format.

In the thread postings, members could simply post (once) their city or region, and add any pertinent information such as services provided, regular meets, or mention whatever else they think would be useful to another member residing nearby, or planning on driving to or through their area.(Such as local trusted places to take their SVX for needed service!)

This I believe could help strengthen the network by providing a one-stop shop for a member to find local support and events. I do realize theres regional forums.... its just a member has to scan through hundreds of posts with a pen and paper to locate the few that may reside nearby..... I believe it would be much easier to also have a spot on the forum narrowed down by state, either compiled by admin, or voluntarily entered by members.

What do you think ?
Maybe a vote on it?