A formalized Citizen Participation Process (CPP) that lies in the hands of the people can bridge the gap between citizens and government. A CPP can make sure that our city not just recovers, but recovers in a way that is most beneficial to its residents.

A formalized Citizen Participation Process should ensure that citizens have a strong role in helping city government truly represent our communities and our needs. It does so by establishing a mechanism which is accountable to the needs and desires of residents, and providing information and discussion about neighborhood issues before decisions are made. CPP is a process of organizing people on the neighborhood level with the goal of having direct impact on city government through a formalized relationship.

Everyone is encouraged to attend the Summit. Registration is required, but free and open to everyone. Childcare will be provided on site by Agenda for Children.

Friday evening, July 11, 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Dinner
Welcome and overview of CPP
Keynote: Judith Mowry, Office of Neighborhood Involvement, Portland, Oregon
Learning from Other Cities: Models of Citizen Participation

Saturday morning , July 12, 8:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Welcome
Learning from Other Cities: How did other Cities Create their Structures?
Setting Our Own Vision /Goals
Strengths and Opportunities In New Orleans
General Strategies for Moving Forward
Lunch

Saturday afternoon, July 12, 1:00PM- 3:45PM plus celebration!
Small group discussions of how we structure ourselves to reach our goals
Consensus on Structure and Next Steps
Celebration!