Change is coming to Del Norte County’s digital space. To comply with federal and state guidelines, we are securing an official, verified .gov domain name.

A .gov domain reassures the public that they are interacting with an official, trusted government source. Now, we just need to decide what comes before the ".gov"—and we want it to be easy to say, type, and promote.

How .gov Names Work (The Rules)

Official .gov names are tightly regulated by the federal Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) to prevent fraud. Our options must comply with the following format guidelines:

• Clear Identification: The name must explicitly represent our county and cannot be a generic phrase.
• No Special Characters: The format should avoid dashes, hyphens, or numbers, as they are hard to say out loud and easy to forget.
• No Confusing Initials: The name must be recognizable; short, ambiguous acronyms that could confuse the public will be rejected by federal regulators.

Why Your Feedback Matters

Simplicity: Help us find a compliant name that rolls off the tongue.

• Clarity: Ensure visitors know exactly who we are.
• Community: Your voice ensures our website serves everyone effectively.

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