README.TXT

Notes on the creation of the MS Access version of the ALMIS Database, Version 2.4:

1.  Primary keys were created for all tables.  However, due to a limitation in
    Access, only the first ten variables were included for files for which the
    primary key exceeds ten variables.
2.  Foreign key relationships were established, and referential integrity was
    turned on when relationships were based on a single, common field.  Referential
    integrity was not established when relationships were based on multiple variables.
3.  Because of Access limitations, relationships were established between the
    STFIPSTB and related Administrative tables, but referential integrity was
    not enabled.
4.  The file available for downloading was saved in an Access 2000 version.  For
    versions for use with earlier versions of Access, contact the NCSC.

If you have any questions about the files, feel free to contact the NCSC at
NCSC.Almis@iowa.gov or by telephone at 515-242-5034.