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ENVISIONING CIVIC INFRASTRUCTURE
MATT LEIGHNINGER
NCDD CONFERENCE
OCTOBER 19, 2014
ARNSTEIN’S LADDER
WHY SUSTAINED ENGAGEMENT?
Increases in: Trust Efficiency Equity Connectedness…which increases: Economic growth Public health
The regular opportunities,
activities, and arenas that
allow people to connect with
each other, solve problems,
make decisions, and be
part of a community.
Civic Infrastructure
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3. Democratic decision-making and problem-solving
Creating Spaces
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Building Blocks
1. Democratic spaces in neighborhoods, schools and other settings
2. Democratic spaces online
3. Democratic spaces for young people
4. Buildings that can house citizen spaces – physical hubs for engagement
5. Engagement leadership
Creating Spaces for Citizens
SPACES FOR CITIZENS: PHYSICAL SPACES
Physical Spaces
Spaces for Citizens
Democratic Spaces for Young People
Spaces for CitizensLee Krohn Photo
Spaces for Citizens
Local Online Forums
Civic Skills & Capacity
Community Indicators
Changing Public Meetings
Participation Ordinance
Questions or Comments?