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Community Engagement

In a democracy, community involvement is key to making good decisions.  But securing the active involvement of citizens can be a challenge in our fast-paced world. The people who show up at community meetings aren’t the only ones with an interest.  Learn more about strategies for improving community involvement.

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Build Your Local Government Website into a Digital Nucleus
Sam Wagner
Oct 05, 2021

To ensure that your website is engaging your community and those beyond it, here is your guide.

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Empowering Residents, One Person at a Time
Caroline Kendall
Sep 27, 2021

Take the time to talk to the residents as though you believe it is the most important part of your job.

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Local Government first impressions
The Power of First Impressions
Dwane Brinson, director, tax administration, Durham County, North Carolina
Sep 01, 2021

How Durham County, North Carolina, raised its experience ratings by more than 100 percent - for denied appeals.

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Image of various color threads woven together symbolizing the community fabric
Engaging Marginalized Communities: Challenges and Best Practices
August 30, 2021

A carefully considered engagement and inclusion process helps bind the fabric of the community

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Local Government Transparency
How Local Governments Are Driving Efficiency and Transparency
Joe Supervielle
Aug 25, 2021

How mid-sized Marion, Iowa, improved its public information request tracking and transparency

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Bureaucrat
Fostering Public Engagement Through Empathy
Caroline Kendall, town administrator, Rollinsford, New Hampshire
Aug 11, 2021

How local government can break the stereotype of the bureaucratic "no" and connect with its community.

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Virtual Meeting Lead
California Cities Look to Incorporate Digital Public Engagement Beyond the Pandemic
Joe Supervielle
Aug 09, 2021

Increased participation will lead to informed decisions that advance the public good.

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Rethinking Police-Community Relations
July 28, 2021

With a focus on mutual accountability, Stockton, California, has created a review board with key members of the local government and community.

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A Community-Driven Approach to Police Reform
July 29, 2021

A focus on training, efficiency, and compassion in Englewood, Colorado

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