Re: Effective Citizens

[Ken Medlin <dev-plan@moscow.com>]

A few additional characteristics of "effective citizen" might be --

   - willingness to learn, share and practice participatory skills in 
informal and formal community orgs.
   -  knowing the powers of local govt. and how they can best operate for 
the general welfare (zoning, public safety,
         education, health, infrastructure maintenance, public finance)
   -  standing for community goals and a wholesome quality of life for 
children, families and seniors
   -  appreciating and promoting human, cultural and natural diversity as 
the normal fabric of environment and 
         community ("e pluribus unum")                       
   - striving to practice unconditionally the "golden rule" in human 
relations 
   ... and so, advocating progressive community development for all 
citizens, including our student "guests" who can
        gain from closer associations with  city and county folks

        Maybe we could have a "brainstorming" session some time, 
orchestrated by a professional  person. Hoping this is helpful.    W. Ken 
Medlin

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William K. Medlin
dev-plan associates
930 Kenneth Street
Moscow ID 83843
208/892-0148