More thoughts on communications

I have let thoughts about a communications manager at City Hall percolate for a while and have finally come to a definitive decision.

No.

Nope

Not

Not necessary and a complete waste of the taxpayers' money.

So - how then do we solve the issue of the communication gap between City Hall and the public?

1. Stop these stupid "in camera" meetings. It's our money. We deserve to know what's going on. Unless you
are discussing something about personnel that could damage a reputation, the public has a right to be there.

2. Talk to us. You know how to do that. You learned shortly before or after one year of age and you've been adding to that knowledge ever since. Today, more than ever, there are many, many ways to communicate effectively - use them! Here's a simple rule of thumb. Pretend you're married to us. So, if you really want to buy a new sports car, discuss it with us first. If you don't you'll either spend the night sleeping on the couch or we'll divorce you.

Treat us with respect.

Talk to us.

Simple. done.

I just saved you $140,000.

You're welcome.