Goal 4

Desired Outcome:  To develop and implement highly efficient and transparent communication methods with the public, encourage public participation through each of our processes, and welcome and engage all members of our community by eliminating barriers of participation.  Promote a higher sense of community spirit and inclusiveness through celebrating culture, tradition, history, holidays, and community achievements.

Objective 4.1:  Invest in and utilize videoconferencing or webinar technology that will allow the public to interact with City Council or their appointed commissions/committees from anywhere with connection to the internet.

Objective 4.2:  Create and continue to increase on-demand city information and data available to the public on the City’s website.

Objective 4.3:  At least quarterly, publish a City newsletter to be circulated in print and online

Objective 4.4:  At least once a year, host “town hall” or informational sessions for the public to come interactively discuss topics that are important to them.

Objective 4.5:   Expand outreach to and engagement with residents who have limited English proficiency by developing and executing strategies specifically designed to build relationships and encourage participation with this citizen group.

Objective 4.6:   Seek opportunities to partner with organizations that celebrate or teach about our diverse heritage. These may include education seminars, dances, festivals, trainings, or similar.  Whenever possible, provide venue space to host such activities.

Objective 4.7:   Whenever possible, Council members or city officials should accept invitations or seek opportunities to speak/present in neighborhood groups, businesses, or other local boards or outside organizations to share information about City affairs and share these goals.