Learn about governmental systems and the positions of your policymakers and local officials

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Suggested Practices and Examples for Implementation:

  • Attend city council meetings to learn how that governing body operates.
  • Attend county commission meetings.
  • Attend Public Hearings on issues relevant to sustainability issues (ie. transportation projects that determine highway size and multi-modal transportation options, utility commissions that consider costs assigned to utility companies’ requirements on renewable energy infrastructure investments, etc.).
  • Attend public forums and debates among candidates for elected office.
  • Read and listen to local news to learn about positions/votes taken by your elected officials.
  • Just showing up to participate in or observe the democratic process can help hold our elected officials accountable on issues that matter to you!

General Information Related to this Strategy:

Available Resources in Western North Carolina: