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Your Voice Matters at City Council

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Your Voice Matters Locally

- Public participation is the cornerstone of democracy. Here's how to effectively advocate - against ALPR surveillance systems at your local city council meetings. + City council members rely on us to understand public opinion. Here's your step-by-step guide to effectively advocate + against mass surveillance systems with your local representatives.

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Quick Start: 3 Steps to Success

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Meet Council Members Privately

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Start with personal conversations - often the most effective approach

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+ Personal conversations with council members are often the most effective way to influence their vote. + These private meetings allow for deeper discussion and help them understand the human impact of surveillance policies. +

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Research & Prepare

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Know the meeting schedule, agenda, and speaking rules

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+ + + Contact their office via phone or email + + + Suggest meeting at a local coffee shop or their office + + + Request just 15-20 minutes of their time + + + Mention you're a constituent concerned about ALPRs + +
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Craft Your Message

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Use our talking points and keep it within the time limit (usually around 3 minutes)

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Speak & Follow Up

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Deliver your message and engage with council members after the meeting

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+ + + Bring a brief printed summary of key points + + + Share personal concerns about privacy and community impact + + + Ask about their position and listen to their concerns + + + Respond to their concerns with your ideas + +
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Sample Email Template

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+ Hello [Council Member], I'm a [city] resident concerned about the upcoming + surveillance technology contract. Would you have 15 minutes to discuss this over coffee? I'd love to share some community + concerns and hear your thoughts. +

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Speak at Council Meetings

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Create an official record and show public opposition

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+ Public comment at council meetings creates an official record of community opposition and demonstrates + to council members that constituents are paying attention to their votes on surveillance issues. +

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+ + + Check meeting schedule and agenda online + + + Sign up for public comment (often required) + + + Prepare 2-3 minute statement (practice timing) + + + Bring a copy of your statement + + +
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+ + + Arrive on time or early + + + State your name and connection to the city + + + Speak clearly and maintain eye contact + + + Stay respectful and thank council for their time + + +
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+ + + + + Pro Tip: Focus on how ALPRs affect YOUR community specifically. Personal stories and local examples are more compelling than abstract arguments. + + + +
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Timeline of Recent Victories

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Recent Victories

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Communities across the country are winning

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First-Time Speaker's Guide

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