Introduce any public officials, your Neighborhood Coordinator, and speakers, etc. Recognize newcomers at the beginning of each meeting. You may ask them to state what street they live on. State the purpose of the meeting clearly on the agenda. Restate the purpose in an opening statement at the beginning of the meeting.
Nothing causes more frustration or dampens enthusiasm than unproductive meetings.
Be brief and keep comments relevant to each concern that is discussed. Watch the pacing so that the meeting does not last too long. Do research ahead of time for additional information that may be needed. If necessary, invite resource people to a meeting to give a presentation. Use visual aids as much as possible.