The Town Hall Meeting Models provide useful descriptions of community engagement activities, such as town hall meetings, televised meetings, open houses, and mini-summits. The materials explain how to organize and conduct each type of meeting and candidly describe the advantages and disadvantages of each meeting technique. Also provided is a descriptive list of materials that can be used at town hall meetings. Although the materials themselves are not publicly available, their titles clearly convey the purpose and format of each document. The practice offers a practical way to assess various methods of sponsored community interaction. One reviewer noted that town hall meetings have been occurring nationwide, and many jurisdictions may not need assistance in organizing these types of community events. Although the meetings described in this practice require a considerable amount of resources, these materials could help departments determine which educational materials and type of meeting would suit their community's needs.
