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Dear [Local Official],
I am writing to bring to your attention an issue that I feel strongly about and believe deserves immediate action. As a concerned citizen of our community, I have noticed a lack of adequate public transportation services available to our residents. This has led to difficulties for many individuals in accessing essential services, such as healthcare and employment opportunities.
I am aware that one of the services that our local government can provide, as outlined in the Georgia Constitution of 83, is public transportation. I believe that by improving and expanding our public transportation system, we can better serve the needs of our community and improve the quality of life for all residents.
I have conducted research on our local government website and have identified the Department of Transportation as the appropriate entity that could address this issue. I am aware that implementing changes to our public transportation system will require funding. Therefore, I have also researched possible sources of revenue that could be used to support this initiative.
I am requesting your support in addressing this issue and advocating for improvements to our public transportation system. By working together, we can make a positive impact on the lives of our community members and create a more inclusive and efficient transportation network.
Thank you for considering my concerns and taking action to address this important issue. I look forward to hearing from you soon.
Sincerely,
[Your Name]
As a citizen, it is your duty to voice your opinions to your elected representatives. You can influence our government by persuading members of your local and state government to take action regarding a cause/issue you have strong feelings about.
According to the Georgia Constitution of 83 there are 16 different services that the local government in Georgia can provide.
Police and fire protection
Garbage and solid waste collection and disposal
Public health facilities and services
Street and road construction and maintenance
Parks, recreational areas, programs, and facilities
Storm-water and sewage collection and disposal systems
Development, storage, treatment, purification, and distribution of water
Public housing/public transportation
Libraries, archives, and arts and sciences programs and facilities
Terminal and dock facilities and parking facilities
Codes, including building, housing, plumbing, and electrical
Air-quality control
The creation, modification, and maintenance of retirement or pension systems for local government employees
Planning, zoning, and community redevelopment
The 1993 law added to this list electric or gas utility services and street lighting, for a total of sixteen municipal services.
Objective:
Demonstrate how to responsibly participate in government and use knowledge of government structure and funding to conduct research surrounding the issue to write a letter to your local representative making them aware of the issue and proposing a possible solution
Complete:
You will write a letter to a local official drawing their attention to the issue and asking for their support.
All government services cost money. Your issue will cost money to address it. Your issue will use resources to research the possible sources of revenue that are available to pay for government services.
Research your local community government websites and determine what departments, boards, or committees could address your issue
Name: Karen Mathiak
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