SB 707 didn’t create the complexity—it exposed why fragmented tools no longer meet California’s public meeting requirements. Public meetings are the bedrock of government, fostering transparency and…
When reporting is designed as a shared process, engagement data becomes understanding—not just documentation. Collecting community input is essential, but it’s not enough. To build trust and move…
Because community engagement only delivers value when input is captured, organized, and interpreted in context. Community engagement doesn’t end when residents share their thoughts. In many ways…
A Compliance Checklist for California Clerks ahead of the July 1, 2026 deadline. July sounds far away. For California Agencies, it isn’t. If you’re running public meetings in California, SB 707 is…
Engagement Is More Than Clicks Or Attendance, It’s About Turning Community Input Into Insight That Matters. Meaningful engagement has never been about the number of people who show up or the clicks a…
Reaching Your Community Isn’t Just About Sending a Message, It’s About Making Every Interaction Count. When it comes to community engagement, “reach” is more than just sending emails or posting…
In December, PublicInput customers came together for our final peer exchange of the year to talk about a topic many agencies are actively grappling with: how to build and sustain meaningful…
What you need to know about SB 707 The law mandates a new level of equity, accessibility, and technical redundancy. Agencies must now provide accessible, translatable agendas, offer robust two-way…
Every year, PublicInput surveys residents across the country to uncover perceptions about engaging with their local governments. The findings highlight evolving expectations and barriers, offering…