(2 points)
Intent
To promote a cohesive, and socially connected community and facilitate their participation in local decision-making.
Requirements
CITIES, COMMUNITIES
Demonstrate both high-tech and high-touch on-going engagement techniques that empower the public in shaping the future of the community. AND Demonstrate that public engagement techniques include practices that intentionally and directly engage all residents, including traditionally unrepresented or underrepresented groups, through inclusive, context-sensitive, and transparent decision-making processes.Reference: STAR v2 IP-1 Best Practices & Processes (2)
ANDAttempt any of the following options for a maximum of 2 points:
Option 1. (1 point)
Demonstrate that appointments to local advisory boards and commissions reflect the gender, racial, and ethnic diversity of the area.
Demonstrate that appointments to local advisory boards and commissions reflect the gender, racial, and ethnic diversity of the area.
Reference: STAR v2 EE-1 Civic Engagement Outcome 3
AND/OR
Option 2. (1 point)
Demonstrate that 51% or more of residents believe they are able to have a positive impact on their community based on a local survey.
Reference: STAR v2 EE-1 Civic Engagement Outcome 2
AND/OROption 3. (1 point)
Demonstrate that at least 80% of residents report positive levels of neighborhood cohesion based on a local survey.
Reference: STAR v2 EAC-2 Community Cohesion Outcome 3
AND/OROption 4. (1 point)
Demonstrate that at least 30% of residents in large jurisdictions or 35% of residents in small or mid-sized jurisdictions volunteered in the past year.
Reference: STAR v2 EAC-2 Community Cohesion Outcome 2
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