Goal and Action 13: Civic Involvement

Houston becomes an informed and empowered citizenry able to access information from all relevant sources and to collectively influence government decisions. (4.1)

Actions Proposed by Participants

• Give residents a direct voice in affecting government's actions within or toward their communities.
• Give residents a say in how land is used and where growth should occur in their communities.
• Supports residents' decisions.
• Create transparency through extensive use of public service announcements on radio and television and through periodical emails.