Participation
The Open Meeting Myth: Being Present Is Not the Same as Taking Part
Public meeting participation takes more than attendance. Learn how listening, speaking and written comments work, and…
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Participation
Ways people can contribute to public conversations and understand what each form of input can do.
Our point of view
Public life starts with paying attention.
A useful account of local life makes processes easier to follow without pretending every place is the same. We look closely at the details that help readers ask better questions.