They stated that the nucleus group had improved communications and had given them a better understanding of county government. The greatest challenge is keeping the meetings from turning into gripe sessions or personal platforms for politicians. The RD agent prevents this by providing a written agenda with ground rules printed on it. Then, he enforces those rules diplomatically, but firmly. A side effect of the nucleus group has been improved communication among people in unincorporated communities.
Representatives receive the mailing list of participants.
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