Open Meetings Policy
Local government should commit to take all reasonable measures to increase public participation and eliminate barriers to access for all members of our community.
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Core Values
We believe government works best when they build with, not for, an informed and engaged community. We believe that local government, that which is closest to the people, has the greatest ability to implement accessible, participatory systems for public meetings.
Because we value accessibility, equity, and transparency, we envision a collaborative effort to improve three key areas:
Providing information in a proactive and timely manner
Knowledge is power, and local government will empower community members with the information necessary to participate effectively in the government process.
Removing barriers to participation before, during, and after meetings
Local government will increase public participation and remove barriers to access by modernizing the public meeting process. Public meetings will provide a variety of ways for the public to watch or participate in the meeting. Meetings will be held on a consistent schedule at an easily accessible location for those who choose to attend in person.
Provide a clear governance structure that allows participation by members of the public
To build a fair and equitable system for participation, residents will be directly involved in the establishment and modification of the policies regarding public meetings and public input.
Join our Campaign to implement an Open Meetings Policy in Asheville
We need your support as we call on Asheville City Council to empower residents through the adoption of an Open Meetings Policy. Please sign our petition as an individual or organization below
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