PAS Quick Notes :Guidance from the American Planning Association (APA) about using online tools for public engagement
Platforms and Applications
http://Zoom.us : A user friendly and commonly used online video conference site.
People Speak : A public hearing engagement platform to enable public input at governmental meetings.
Konveio : Online content engagement for civic projects
Mentimeter : A suite of interactive tools to enhance participant involvement in meetings, presentations and workshops.
Tips and Techniques
Austin Virtual Town Hall Meeting: A video recording of a municipal town hall meeting with online and other distance media access.
An article describing the Austin Virtual Town Hall Meeting
Ten Tips for Improving Online Meetings : Consensus Building Institute (CBI) suggestions for organizing and conducting online meetings.
General Resources
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