Engaging Dartmouth Centre

My latest campaign policy video is out! It’s a bit of a behind the scenes trip to my home office to talk engagement. Engagement is something I have worked really hard on over the last four years. I launched my Council blog to share what is happening at City Hall and my particular stance on the issues of the day. I started an e-newsletter to cover the non-Council related municipal news in District 5. I have maintained an active presence on social media so that anyone can reach out and ask me a question or share feedback. I post my daily schedule for everyone who wants to know what I’m working on. Finally, I launched participatory budgeting to give everyone an opportunity to have input in how District 5’s capital funds are spent. Together, we’ve awarded over $150,000 to various groups.

Engagement has been a lot of work, (I have written the equivalent of a book or two), but I think it has been very important work. My philosophy is that, although we may disagree from time-to-time, you should never be left wondering why something happened. HRM and I are also not infallible. The feedback that has resulted from all my efforts sometimes reveals perspectives and problems that were missed, giving HRM and I a chance to correct. It has changed outcomes. I will continue working not just for you, but with you over the next four years.

2 Comments

  1. Great video, Sam! The Picard action figure is my favourite part of your home office 🙂 Looking forward to casting my ballot!

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