Question 1

How to get involved as a Marin highschooler

Accepted Answer

There are many great organizations and programs offering civic engagement opportunities. Go to the Get Involved page to learn more about these.

Question 2

How to make a public comment at a Board of Supervisors meeting

Accepted Answer

For the Marin County Board of Supervisors, you can make a public comment in-person or remotely at meetings.For in-person speaking, the Board meets most Tuesdays at 9:00 a.m. in Room 330 at the Marin County Civic Center in San Rafael (you can check their calendar here). Simply attend and step up to the podium to make your statement. Be sure to introduce yourself and make a direct ask, as comments are usually limited to two minutesFor remote participation, join the Zoom meeting and make your comment, either in the beginning "open time for public expression" or when the board discusses your topic. More information can be found here

Question 3

How to make a public comment at a city council meeting

Accepted Answer

Every municipality is slightly different, but most town and city councils in Marin offer people a chance to add input before or during a meeting. City-specific information can be found below.San RafaelNovatoMill ValleySan AnselmoLarkspurCorte MaderaTiburonFairfaxSausalitoRossBelvedere

Question 4

How to lead a voter registration drive

Accepted Answer

Leading a voter registration drive is one of the best ways to make an impact in your community. To lead a successful drive, make sure to be prepared and equipped. You will need to have many registration applications and other resources, which you can find on the California Secretary of State's website. When it comes to tabling, be sure to set up in a central, visible area with high foot traffic. Great examples include outside businesses, on school campuses, in squares, and in parks.Lastly, make sure to be friendly and engaging!

Question 5

How to register to vote

Accepted Answer

Registering to vote in California is easy! You must meet all the voting requirements, which can be found here. Next, just visit the California Secretary of State's website and follow the steps.If you're 16 or 17 and meet all other voting requirements, you can pre-register to vote by visiting the Secretary of State's portal and following the steps.

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