The article emphasizes the importance of public participation in the New York City Charter Revision Commission (CRC) hearings to strengthen local democracy. It explains the CRC's role in reviewing the city's foundational governing document, the City Charter, and highlights past charter revisions that have significantly shaped city governance. The author urges New Yorkers to engage directly with the CRC during the upcoming public hearing, stressing that citizens often overlook how charter changes influence their lives. Increased public awareness and engagement are needed to ensure accountable governance and informed voter participation.
If you believe the New York City government can - and should - work better for all of us, I urge you to join us this Tuesday, May 6th.
The Commission To Strengthen Local Democracy, of which I'm proud to be a member, is holding a public hearing.
Charter changes have lasting, wide-reaching impact; it's crucial to engage the public to understand them better.
That disconnect—the quiet but powerful ways these changes shape our lives—is exactly why we need more public engagement.
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