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Commissioners set public‑hearing planning and communications tasks as survey and interviews proceed
Summary
The commission discussed timing and format for public hearings, emphasizing translated materials, focused topics limited to charter issues, and outreach through local colleges, churches and neighborhood venues. Commissioners proposed a flyer and press release and to pursue town‑hall locations across council districts.
Commissioners discussed scheduling and format for public hearings intended to gather input on the city charter. Several members proposed holding multiple hearings across council districts and working with district representatives to secure accessible public space; the chair noted council president Reid had indicated availability on Nov. 20. One commissioner recommended a series of district town halls in addition to at least one session in the council chambers.
Members emphasized that public comment should be limited to the charter or its functions "so that public comments will be accepted on ... thoughts on the charter," and that outreach should include bilingual materials. Commissioners agreed to prepare a flyer and a press release, and to use college partners and city media channels to promote hearings and the survey. One commissioner volunteered to draft a flyer and another volunteered to draft a press release; commissioners also discussed placing a notice in local outlets and using social media channels from colleges.
The commission instructed members to identify dates, venues and council representatives for district hearings so staff can finalize publicity and logistics.
