Knowing Who To Ask
Knowing
What to Ask
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Knowing How to Ask | Effective
Letters and Phone Calls | Following-Up
Once you've realized what you want, it's time to consider who to
ask. All of your communications should be directed to the
member of the City Council, and County Commissioners Court
who represent where you live or work - that's the beauty of representative
democracy! Remember,
that the Mayor, Controller, At-large council members and the
County Judge represent all of us.
Constituents, believe it or not, are the some of the
most significant and relevant people that elected officials
deal with. Be aware, in reference to letters, phone calls,
or meeting requests, one of the most frequently asked
questions you will hear from an elected official and his/her
staff is "Are they from the district?" If the
answer is yes it is their obligation to deal with your
questions, comments, or concerns.
You have the most influence over the individuals who represent you
directly. That's
why it is so important that you deal with your own elected
representatives. If you aren't sure which Council district
you live in, double-check on the city council website.
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