Life And Living In Uxbridge, Ontario - One Voice Matters
In his post Determined - Dedicated - Committed - One Voice Barrie speaks about the power of one voice and that one voice can and does make a difference.
"Concerned about the possible loss of the play park in her neighbourhood Sarah was galvanized into action. Setting up a group page on Facebook, contacting local Realtors, reaching out to her neighbours, holding meetings in her home, Sarah became the voice of her community. She became a whirlwind of activity. She gained the support of the local trail captain. She learned about the costs and issues from councils perspective. She was prepared to be heard and heard she was."
While Sarah was but one voice she had the backing of her "community". Speaking on their behalf she captured Councils ear, and they listened.
But that is not the end.
This meeting was just an opportunity to be heard the next time council meets on this matter is the one that counts. Sarah will need the support of the "community" at this meeting as well. This is the meeting where council will vote on the park and a large number of her supporters being present may be needed to sway the vote in the right direction.
Keep up to date by visiting Sarah's group page on Facebook
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Kathy,
It is interesting to see what happens when one person decides to seriously take on "city hall" with the assistance of Facebook.
Just last year, a resident won a similar victory to save a garden in Mississauga.
Brian
Brian - It was the hard work of Sarah and all those involved (that one voice) that made the difference. ..... Facebook was simply a means of keeping the group up to date.