Discuss representation, participation, and voter turnout in local elections.

Discuss representation, participation, and voter turnout in local elections. What trends do you see, and what are their impacts?

• Could you determine any conservative or liberal leanings by the members based on their comments or vote?
• What community services were addressed in the meeting? In what ways did the council/commission discuss supporting those services?
• In what ways did individuals in the political minority influence decisions made at this meeting?
• Was the meeting what you expected? Would you have voted with the majority? Elaborate on your response.