On Wednesday, September 16, our Rotary Club had the pleasure of welcoming Kelley Johnson and Gavin Dia from the City of Allen’s Community Engagement Advisory Board (CEAB) as our featured guest speakers.
The CEAB plays a vital role in shaping our city's future by advising the City Council and city staff on public outreach programs, special events, and civic participation initiatives. During their presentation, Johnson and Dia shared insights into how the board actively works to connect local government with residents. Through hybrid outreach strategies and platforms like Engage Allen, the board gathers community feedback on major city developments, including bond elections and local project planning, ensuring that every resident has a voice.
The CEAB plays a vital role in shaping our city's future by advising the City Council and city staff on public outreach programs, special events, and civic participation initiatives. During their presentation, Johnson and Dia shared insights into how the board actively works to connect local government with residents. Through hybrid outreach strategies and platforms like Engage Allen, the board gathers community feedback on major city developments, including bond elections and local project planning, ensuring that every resident has a voice.
On Wednesday, September 16, our Rotary Club had the pleasure of welcoming Kelley Johnson and Gavin Dia from the City of Allen’s Community Engagement Advisory Board (CEAB) as our featured guest speakers.
The CEAB plays a vital role in shaping our city's future by advising the City Council and city staff on public outreach programs, special events, and civic participation initiatives. During their presentation, Johnson and Dia shared insights into how the board actively works to connect local government with residents. Through hybrid outreach strategies and platforms like Engage Allen, the board gathers community feedback on major city developments, including bond elections and local project planning, ensuring that every resident has a voice.
The CEAB plays a vital role in shaping our city's future by advising the City Council and city staff on public outreach programs, special events, and civic participation initiatives. During their presentation, Johnson and Dia shared insights into how the board actively works to connect local government with residents. Through hybrid outreach strategies and platforms like Engage Allen, the board gathers community feedback on major city developments, including bond elections and local project planning, ensuring that every resident has a voice.
A key topic of discussion was the board's focus on inclusivity and expanding engagement across diverse demographics. They highlighted specialized initiatives such as "Table Talk: Young Adults & Emerging Professionals," which focuses on listening to and building connections with residents ages 18 to 35 to foster a greater sense of belonging in Allen.
For those interested in learning more or seeing the board in action, the Community Engagement Advisory Board holds regular public meetings. Their next session is scheduled for Monday, October 5, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM in the Council Conference Room at Allen City Hall.
Thank you, Kelley and Gavin, for your dedication to keeping Allen a connected and vibrant community!