Developing and renewing parks and city centers are core priorities for local governments. Local governments invest in these projects because they recognize their value to a community, including deeper community connections, economic development, and a sense of pride among residents. Want to see how our clients tackle these issues and...
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During the holiday season, you might find some more time to grab a book and learn about the possibilities to innovate our democracies in the digital age and how you can help build better politics. Not sure where to start? Our curated list of favorite books, listed in no particular...
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Planning involves making decisions about the future of our cities, towns, and countryside. So it goes without saying that involving as many people in your community as possible is crucial. As a council, this means making community engagement in local planning a success. In this article, we list best practices...
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Whichever type of project you are thinking of implementing, crowdsourcing ideas from your community is a good step to include. You can better understand your residents’ interests by enabling your community to share their ideas and feedback. Here are four ways to design high-quality idea crowdsourcing projects. 1. Make it specific...
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It’s clear that finding a balance between growth, development, and the environment is a key issue for local governments worldwide. Want to see how our clients tackle these issues and co-create solutions with their communities? We find ourselves consistently impressed by the projects launched on our platform. Let’s dive into...
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Whether you’re looking to launch a project, are already running one, or have reached the report-out phase, a strong communications plan will help drive the success of your efforts. In this article, we discuss the five basic principles of a good communications plan for your community engagement efforts. While a...
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The municipality launched its participation platform “Doe Mee Leiden” at the beginning of 2020 with a survey on the redevelopment of the Roomburger Park. The intention was to look at how the park could be transformed into a fully-fledged recreational park. With more than 950 participants, this survey turned out...
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