Gmail notification in task bar missing

[HKG852]

I recently got a Verizon LG G2 but for some reason I'm missing the gmail notification in the task bar when I have unread emails. I have icons for SMS etc but have not been able to work out why the gmail icon is not showing up. I looked in gmail settings and the notifications box is checked.
I've also noticed that my G2 will automatically connect to open wifi networks and I would rather it prompt me first. Gone through wifi settings and was unable to find out how to disable this.
Thanks in advance

 

[tavenger5]

When in gmail hit menu > settings > your email. Make sure notifications are checked.

 

[HKG852]

When in gmail hit menu > settings > your email. Make sure notifications are checked.

thanks I just realized I had sync disabled in the notifications bar so the email icon issue is resolved. Now I'm looking for the setting to prevent my G2 from connecting to any open wifi network...