About the Webinar

Ballot measures can be valuable tools to enact or enable positive change, but their success is dependent on the community’s trust, support, and participation. In this webinar, we will look at local ballot measures that passed (and didn’t) in the November 2024 election—what can we learn about effective messaging, educational outreach, and building community trust?

Panelists will share best practices and innovative approaches for surveying communities, rallying resident support, and navigating the legal and political landscape of ballot measures. Attendees will come away with valuable tools for communicating about these measures and driving positive change in their communities.

Speakers

• Ryder Todd Smith, President, Tripepi Smith
• Richard Bernard, Partner, FM3 Research
• Matthew Richardson, Partner, Best Best & Krieger

Moderated by Melissa Kuehne, Senior Program Manager, Institute for Local Government.

Recording

Presentation and Additional Resources

Ballot Measures Best Practices Webinar

FPPC Website

FPPC Advice Hotline Information

ILG Webinar: The 2024 Election: What Public Officials and Staff Need to Know About Local Ballot Measures and Candidate Elections (August 8, 2024)

BBK Election Law Toolkit