In the latest video from the excellent Canadian series "About Here," host and urban planner Uytae Lee unpacks why public meetings seem so important on paper - not least because of the legacy of destructive highway projects that didn't require them - but end up being so undemocratic in reality. It's crucial to understand how these processes can actually prevent true community engagement and exclude many voices from the conversation.
Lee suggests a better process that might actually represent the will of the people, rather than just the handful of cranky neighbors who have the time, energy, and privilege to show up. This insight emphasizes the need for a more inclusive and effective method of decision-making that truly reflects community needs.
#sustainable-transportation #public-hearing #urban-planning #community-engagement #housing-solutions
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