Support your personal opinions with as many facts as possible. You may be asked to discuss the differences. Draw from your own knowledge and experience. State initially if you support or oppose the legislative measure being heard and briefly explain. Know your time limit.
Most public testimony is limited to three minutes.
Practice beforehand to make sure that you have enough time to discuss the points most important to you. Presenting written testimony. When you are called to testify, give one copy of your testimony to the clerk of the council. Often times, there are many people who share your feelings. Organizing a few main speakers and asking a group to stand who share similar sentiments can make a big statement.