Public Comment Challenge
Your voice belongs in the room. This tool walks you through building a clear, respectful, and impactful one-minute public comment — for a school board meeting, city council session, or any public forum.
The Scenario
The School Board is holding a meeting about the budget. Community members can speak for up to two minutes to share their perspective, questions, or priorities. Your challenge: craft a clear, respectful, and impactful comment in just a few minutes.
Step 1 — Choose your angle
Step 2 — Build your comment
Name & Address
Public comments typically begin with your name and where you live. This establishes you as a community member.
What issue is at hand?
Name the specific topic or budget item you're addressing. Be clear and direct.
A personal connection
Why does this issue matter to you personally? A brief story or direct connection makes your comment more powerful.
Why should others care?
Connect the issue to the broader community. Who else is affected? What's at stake?
Your solution or ask
End with a clear, specific request. What do you want the Board to do?
📋 Your Comment Preview
Your voice belongs in that room.
Public comment is one of the most direct ways to influence local decisions. It takes courage — and it matters.