What are Residents Saying About Local Law Enforcement?

by Angelica Wedell on March 18, 2021

What are Residents Saying About Local Law Enforcement

-The Polco Minute #6 with Angelica Wedell-

Keep on top of the latest best practices and news in local government and civic engagement.

In this episode, you’ll learn more about what residents are saying about local law enforcement. We’ll travel to Boone, Iowa where local officials are elevating the voices of their residents through online polling. Last, we’ll get some tips for how local governments can better engage young adults.

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