American State and Local Politics

For this paper, you will attend a city or county  council/commission meeting    and present its topics, relevant discussion, and outcome. You will then provide    an analysis of and response to the meeting and  whether you agreed with the    steps/actions taken by the council/commission, and  explain why you agreed or    disagreed. 

For students unable to attend in person, viewing a meeting  online is an    acceptable substitute. 

The name of the council/commission, location, date, and  URL (if applicable)    must be included on your title page. Your paper must be at  least two pages in    length. You must include a copy of the official meeting  agenda as your    supporting documentation. 

Be sure to include the following in your  paper: 

•  agenda items, 
• items that required a vote and the outcome of those votes, 
• any contentious issues and analysis of the problem, and 
• any items of particular interest. 

Address  the following questions: 

• Could you determine any conservative or liberal leanings by the members          based on their comments or vote? 
• What community services were addressed in the meeting? In what ways did          the council/commission discuss supporting those services? 
• In what ways did individuals in the political minority influence decisions    made at this meeting?        
• Was the meeting what you expected? Would you have voted with the majority?          Elaborate on your response. 

Any  sources used, including the textbook, must be referenced; paraphrased    and quoted  material must have accompanying citations in APA format.    

Resources

The following resource(s) may help you with this assignment.   

• Citation Guide
• Submit Writing Center RequestAmerican State and Local Politics