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Discussion regarding request received from the Planning Commission for Council to establish a citizen advisory group to review local government public participation issues and recommend improvements
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SUMMARY STATEMENT OR LEGAL NOTICE LANGUAGE:
Suggested items for committee for the group to review:
Effectiveness of traditional methods of “notice” in light of the changing ways individual’s access news and information.
Needs and opportunities for public education on the issues addressed by local government so that citizens can be more effective in their participation.
The use of remote meeting technologies to increase ease of participation beyond the current public health crisis.
The mechanics of navigating and accessing policy and legislation on the county website.
The public comment process and accessibility.