If you have a newsletter, utility insert or bulletin board, you can catch folks while they aren’t focused on their screens.
Think about places where people gather or what printed materials you already mail out.
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Add a filler sheet or a printed message in utility bills.
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Hang posters or notices at public buildings such as libraries, service centers and City Hall.
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Hand out fliers at events, libraries, service centers and City Hall.
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Add a scrolling message on the municipality’s TV channel.
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Share posters and fliers with other public agencies, businesses and non-governmental partners that may be willing to spread the word.
Design something eye-catching!
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Use images if you have space.
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Use a large-enough font if it is going on a wall.
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Have a call-out box if it is inserted in a newsletter or bill.
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Be clear and to the point.
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Make the URL prominent, and be sure people know what to do.
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Go to polco.us/[shorturl] to join.
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Example messages
Be heard! Go to polco.us/[shorturl] to give your input on [topic].
Join your neighbors on polco.us/[shorturl] to provide input on City planning. More information at [short link to city blog].