📝 How to Submit Your First Issue
Welcome! Submitting an Issue on GitHub is like writing a sticky note for our campaign—quick, easy, and impactful. Follow these simple steps to create your first Issue, whether it’s a policy idea, a neighborhood update, or anything else!
Step-by-Step Guide:
1. 📍 Start a New Issue
- Go to our Issues Page.
- Click the green New issue button.
2. 📋 Choose a Template
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Select the template that fits your contribution:
- 🗺️ Field Note: Share something you noticed in your community.
- 🪧 Yard-Sign Request: Request a yard sign without sharing personal details.
- 💡 Policy Idea: Propose or suggest changes to our platform.
- 🐞 Bug Report / Tech Issue: Notify us about technical problems.
- 🙋 Introduction: Introduce yourself (if you haven’t yet!).
3. ✍️ Fill Out the Form
- Provide a clear title (like “Field Note — Bus stop issue on Dill Ave”).
- Fill in the short form questions (no personal information, please!).
- If needed, add your internal reference number for private follow-up.
4. 🚀 Submit Your Issue
- Click Submit new issue at the bottom.
- Done! Your issue is now visible and ready for review.
What Happens After I Submit?
- A team member reviews your Issue, often within 24 hours.
- We might comment or ask follow-up questions right there in your Issue.
- You’ll see progress and updates transparently, right in the Issue thread.
🛟 Need help?
- Email us directly at volunteer@castroforgeorgia.com
- Ask questions in our Discussions tab.
Thanks for taking this step—you’re making the campaign better every day!