Encouraging Civic Participation

Too often we are willing to let someone else be concerned about the direction the city is headed. When it comes to civic participation, each and every one of us plays a crucial role. Building on my record for fostering civic participation, I make every effort to hold events to meet with residents and engage in conversations about our government. I believe change requires work by many people and that thousands of voices calling for change can make a huge impact in the world around us.

* Introduced a flyer distributed to universities to provide voters information on local government.

http://www2.cambridgema.gov/cityClerk/policyOrder.cfm?item_id=29712

* Developed a "Welcoming Packet" for new students, distributed by universities with information on ways students can get civically involved.

http://www2.cambridgema.gov/cityClerk/policyOrder.cfm?item_id=29300

* Introduced “Cambridge Local Economy Week” September 26th - October 2nd.

http://www2.cambridgema.gov/cityClerk/policyOrder.cfm?item_id=32096