The Hamiltonian Public Engagement Index™ is an ongoing accountability and transparency initiative designed to track and document the responsiveness, accessibility, and willingness of elected officials to engage with The Hamiltonian and, by extension, the citizens of Hamilton who read The Hamiltonian.
Unlike short-term political commentary, this index is maintained over time and reflects consistent patterns of engagement — not isolated incidents . We believe it is important for Hamiltonians to know which public officials are willing to answer questions, participate in respectful dialogue, and engage with civic issues through The Hamiltonian.
As part of our commitment to fairness, neutrality, and public accountability, all elected officials are treated equally and continue to receive ongoing opportunities to engage with Hamiltonians via The Hamiltonian through interviews, statements, clarifications, and requests for comment.
As part of our commitment to fairness, neutrality, and public accountability, all elected officials are treated equally and continue to receive ongoing opportunities to engage with Hamiltonians via The Hamiltonian through interviews, statements, clarifications, and requests for comment.
The index will be updated and published periodically leading up to the municipal election so that readers can observe long-term engagement patterns rather than momentary political positioning.
The following is a link to a previous series entitled Star Wards, which, while not the sole determining factor, contributed to and informed The Hamiltonian Public Engagement Index™.
I think some on council are old school thinking nothing matters but the local paper. I think that is wrong. I find great pieces of work here that I don’t find anywhere else. Keep it going. You make a difference and thank you. Art Sorry I posted this on the wrong place and am reposting.
ReplyDeleteI add, not many people vote. small %. Those are the ones reading places like this.
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