Precinct Civics

Self governing is a blessing, yet a burden on the citizen. Together the burden may be lightened, so how could the precinct organize to encourage civic participation while minimizing the costs, of time and effort, for each individual?

Improving communications between precinct citizens has, obvious, benefits. A friend of a friend (FOAF) network could be efficient for relaying dialog between people that know each other; making it a robust and inexpensive means to disseminate and discuss civic concerns in a speedy manner. Additionally, a precinct meeting could be held at the library.

Publishing majoritively shared civic priorities provides legitimacy for deliberating with fellow citizens & electeds on public policy, spending, and taxation.

Producing an Informed Citizenry

News of, by, & for the constituency: precincts, tax entities (college, conservation, schools, fire, municipality, and special districts), counties, legislative districts, and statewide. Reporting on priorities; following the flow of taxpayer dollars; tracking the current state of bills, ordinances, resolution, and public agenda items; and reporting on the coordination between different offices and levels of government.

Elections

Which candidates will publicly engage with civic participation based on precinct consensus priorities?

1. Is there interest in nominating and vetting candidates for the upcoming primary election?
1. Filing as a candidate ends: 5:00 PM on Friday, May 29th.
2. Early military voting starts: July 2nd.

Civic Priorities

Are there precincts which prioritize:

1. The capability of citizens to conduct an audit of taxpayer dollars?
2. Reducing unnecessary and in perpetuity spending?
3. Reducing the size of government administration & bureaucracy?
4. Increasing civic awareness in the policy and decision-making process?
5. Increasing civic input in the policy and decision-making process?
6. Improving the legal/justice system (including investigations)?