Serving Lake Elsinore, Murrieta, Temecula, Corona, Norco, Canyon Lake, Wildomar, Menifee & Perris

We can make a difference by being involved at the local level of city and school district governments. Attending in person and reporting to our branch helps us to stay visible and informed in our local communities.

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10 Tips for Engaging at City Council & School Board Meetings (These tips are provided by our WIN Chair Kristen Newsome.)

 

Raising concerns at city council meetings can be an effective way to advocate for change and engage with local governance. Here are some strategies to ensure your voice is heard:

 

1. Research and Prepare: Understand the issues you want to address. Gather facts, statistics, and any relevant documents that support your concerns.

 

2. Know the Rules: Familiarize yourself with the city council’s procedures for public comments. Each council may have specific guidelines regarding time limits, sign-up processes, and decorum.

 

3. Be Concise and Clear: Prepare a brief statement that outlines your concerns. Aim for clarity and focus, typically keeping your comments under 3 minutes.

 

4. Use Personal Stories: Share personal experiences or anecdotes to illustrate your concern. This can make your message more relatable and impactful.

 

5. Engage Others: If possible, gather support from community members who share your concerns. A collective voice can often carry more weight than a single one.

 

6. Propose Solutions: Instead of just highlighting problems, suggest actionable solutions. This shows that you are proactive and willing to work towards change.

 

7. Follow Up: After the meeting, follow up with council members or relevant departments to keep the conversation going. Share additional information or express gratitude for their attention.

 

8. Stay Respectful and Professional: Maintain a respectful tone, even when discussing contentious issues. This helps foster a constructive dialogue and keeps the focus on the issues.

 

9. Utilize Social Media: Use platforms to raise awareness about your concerns before and after the meeting. Engaging the community online can amplify your message.

 

10. Attend Regularly: Consistent attendance at meetings can help build relationships with council members and demonstrate your commitment to local issues.

 

Also--consider running for offices, participating on subcommittees, and setting up meetings with city leaders. Influence Is gained through relationship, and humanizing issues can make a huge impact.

 

By employing these strategies, you can effectively raise your concerns and contribute to meaningful discussions at city council and school board meetings.

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The meetings below also have a web link for viewing online. Following are links to local city council and school board meetings for the communities we serve:

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Temecula

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Temecula Valley Unified School District Board Meetings (typically meets second Tuesday of every month at 6pm):

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https://www.tvusd.k12.ca.us/Page/23366

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Temecula City Council (meets second and fourth Tuesday of every month at 6pm):

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https://temeculaca.gov/agendas

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Temecula REDI (Race, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion) Committee (meets second Thursday of every month at 6pm):

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https://temeculaca.gov/1421/Race-Equity-Diversity-and-Inclusion-Comm

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Murrieta

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Murrieta Valley Unified School District Board (meets second Thursday of every month at 5pm):

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https://www.murrieta.k12.ca.us/Page/38255

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Murrieta City Council (meets first and third Tuesday of every month at 6pm):

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http://onbase.murrietaca.gov/onbaseagendaonline

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Lake Elsinore

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Lake Elsinore Unified School District (meets second Thursday of every month at 6pm):

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Lake Elsinore School Board meetings

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Lake Elsinore City Council (meets second and fourth Tuesday of every month at 7pm):

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http://www.lake-elsinore.org/city-government/city-council

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Menifee

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Menifee Union School District Board (meets second Tuesday of every month at 4:30pm):

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https://www.menifeeusd.org/District/Department/3-School-Board/Portal/board-meeting-live

 

Menifee City Council (meets first and third Wednesday of each month at 6pm):

 

https://www.cityofmenifee.us/88/Agendas-Minutes-and-Videos

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Wildomar

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Wildomar is part of the Lake Elsinore Unified School District (meets second Thursday of every month at 6pm):

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Lake Elsinore School Board meetings

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Wildomar City Council Meetings (meets second Wednesday of every month at 6pm):

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https://www.cityofwildomar.org/government/city_council

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Canyon Lake

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Canyon Lake is part of the Lake Elsinore Unified School District (meets second Thursday of every month at 6pm):

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Lake Elsinore School Board meetings

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Canyon Lake City Council (meets second Wednesday of every month at 6:30pm):

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https://canyonlakeca.gov/agendas_minutes

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Norco

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Corona-Norco Unified School District Board (meets first Tuesday of every month at 7pm):

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https://www.cnusd.k12.ca.us/about_us/board_of_education

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Norco City Council (meets first and third Wednesday every month at 7pm):

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https://norco.civicweb.net/portal/members.aspx?id=10

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Corona 

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Corona-Norco Unified School District Board (meets first Tuesday of every month at 7pm):

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https://www.cnusd.k12.ca.us/about_us/board_of_education

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Corona City Council (meets first and third Wednesday of every month at 6:30pm):

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https://www.coronaca.gov/Home/Components/Calendar/Event/32872/1795?toggle=all

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Perris

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Perris Union High School District Board (meets third Wednesday of every month at 5pm):

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https://www.puhsd.org/Content2/board-policies-minutes-agendas

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Perris Elementary School District Board (meets second Thursday of every month at 5:30pm):

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https://www.perrisesd.org/domain/25

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Perris City Council (meets second and last Tuesday of every month at 6:30pm):

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https://www.cityofperris.org/government/city-council/council-meetings