“Communicating with your Legislator” Roundtable

How to find your legislator: http://www.legislature.state.oh.us/

•  Make an appointment to talk to your legislator
• Get to know them BEFORE you have a need to discuss a specific issue
• Articulate to them who you are and what you do
• Keep them informed of your challenges in providing service to their constituents
• Get over the awkwardness. Let them know you are there to educate them on the issues, even if they are outwardly opposed to your issue. Be a partner with them. We are all public servants.
• Know the message.
• Listen to your legislator, don’t dominate the conversation. Don’t just “get through your talking points”
• Speak of the effect on the diverse counties statewide, not just your county or one particular group of counties.
• Follow up with your legislator as your issue progresses.
• Thank them for their time and MEAN IT. Don’t get angry if you can’t come to an agreement.

 Business Meeting Items

• Executive Council Report – Holly Wayt
• November 2011 Meeting Minutes
• February 2012 Financial Report
• Ohio 9-1-1 Council Wireless Report to the General Assembly
• Narrowbanding – Only 313 Days Left!
• D Block Approved by Congress

Important Dates

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