How to Write an Effective FAQ for Your Proposed Municipal Project

INTRODUCTION

When a new municipal project is announced, you can expect questions from residents, businesses and elected officials. Creating an FAQ for the project is one of the best ways to address those common questions with your messaging strategy.

Here is how to write an effective FAQ for your proposed municipal project:

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How to Promote an Online Survey in Rural Communities

INTRODUCTION

Encouraging rural communities to participate in online surveys can be challenging, especially compared to urban, denser populations. The reasons often include limited internet access, lower digital literacy rates and overall less trust with unfamiliar organizations or online platforms.

Here is how to promote an online survey in rural communities.

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How Municipalities Can Use Instagram to Connect with Younger Residents

INTRODUCTION

According to Statista, more than 75% of Instagram users are between the ages of 18 and 44, with 31.6% falling within the 25-34 age range. This presents an opportunity for municipalities looking to communicate with their younger residents; however, it’s not enough to just be present on the platform.

To effectively reach younger generations, municipal staff must learn how to leverage Instagram’s key features and differentiate it from the municipality’s other social media platforms and traditional communication outputs.

Following are some tips on how your municipality can use Instagram to connect with younger residents.

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