Tips
Raise hell at public hearings and community meetings
(courtesy of the Sierra Club)

Public hearings provide an opportunity for public comments on a particular project or vote. This kind of community involvement can make a strong statement.

Some tips:

• Time is limited at public hearings, so arrive early to sign up for a slot to speak.
• When you speak, focus on your main points. You will often be able to submit written statements which will allow you to address additional concerns.
• Be polite and respect other community members' ideas. A hearing is a forum for the exchange of ideas, not a neighborhood contest.