Food for Thought Webinar Series: October 2026

Why do residents often perceive a lack of transparency, when the real challenge is often ineffective communication? This session covers how to communicate proactively before issues become controversies, practical ways to reach stakeholders where they are through the channels they actually use, and how well-planned public meetings with strong facilitation and respectful decorum help keep the focus on the message. Conversely, poorly managed meetings and disruptive behavior can distract from important information, diminish public trust, and undermine even the most transparent decision-making process.