Surveys are an excellent way to engage a community and receive valuable data that can influence future project decisions. However, to gain the high-quality data needed for a project’s process, the survey must be designed ethically and efficiently. In our last post, we discussed the importance of ethical survey...
Surveys are a tried and true method of public engagement. They provide valuable insights into community perspectives by asking specific questions that provide feedback for decision-making. Surveys can provide useful data, but they must be designed effectively to reach the targeted audience and ensure that the feedback collected is...
June 30th is also known as #SocialMediaDay! In celebration, we would love to take this opportunity to discuss one of our favorite methods for communication and engagement. Social media is a great tool to engage citizens in a way that is convenient for them. While people may not...
During a global pandemic, it can feel more challenging to stay involved in your community. Stay-at-home orders and restrictions on public gatherings have made in-person engagement impossible during this time. But, this doesn’t mean that local governments are any less interested in involving the public in decision-making processes. The...
Gone are the days of crowded town hall meetings and hours-long open houses. In the midst of a global pandemic, public participation must adapt....