Town Meeting Participation Survey

Scheduling conflict:  Work hours, family responsibilities, or children's bedtime routines.

Lack of awareness:  I do not know when or where the meetings take place.

Information gaps:  I do not understand the agenda items or how they impact me.

Logistical issues:  Lack of transportation, parking difficulties, or lack of childcare.

Meeting length:  The meetings last too long or are too unpredictable.

Comfort and inclusion:  I feel intimidated, unwelcome, or that my voice isn't heard.

Lack of interest:  The topics discussed rarely interest or affect me.

Physical flyers at local businesses or Town Hall

I rarely or never receive information about Town Meetings

Better scheduling:  Meetings held on Saturday mornings.

On-site support:  Free childcare services or simplified parking.

Shorter meetings:  Stricter time limits on discussions and agenda items.

Simplified summaries:  Plan language guides explaining the agenda items before the meeting.

Anonymous voting:  Using digital clickers or secret ballots rather than hand-raising