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Spread Condo or HOA News Quickly with Online Tools

Keep your condo/HOA neighbors in the know with a listserv or online group, but watch out for the downsides. Read More

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Effort	Med 1-20 hours

7 Tips for Writing Letters that Change Your Home Town

Write a letter to convince local leaders, newspaper readers and your neighbors to make changes in your community. Read More

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Effort	Low 1-4 hrs
Investment	Low 44 cents (stamp)

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How to Start a Winning Petition

A petition is an effective method to affect change in your community and raise awareness around issues. Read More

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Effort	Low 10-40 hrs (draft, get signatures)
Investment	Low $25 (copying costs, etc.)

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5 Tips to Get Your Campaign Started

Learn how to launch and run a community campaign effectively. Read More

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Effort	Med 2-12 hrs/wk (during campaign)
Investment	Low $0

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Finding Local Officials When You Need Help

Your local government is the answer to a lot of questions about your home and your neighborhood—all you have to do is ask. Read More

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Effort	Low 1-2 hrs

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How to Participate in City Planning, County Planning Efforts

Have a positive impact on your community by getting involved in city and county meetings that affect your area’s future development. Read More

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Effort	Med About 1 wk (cumulatively)
Investment	Low $0

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If you want to mobilize your community for change:

Most added to binders this month in How To
- 7 Tips for Writing Letters that Change Your Home Town
- How to Participate in City Planning, County Planning Efforts
Most completed this month in How To
- Finding Local Officials When You Need Help
- 5 Tips to Get Your Campaign Started