Ask for clarification when you are not sure if you understand what the public official is saying. After the Meeting Review and discuss strategy for follow-up. Send a thank-you letter to the public official thanking them for their time and consideration. Include any points made during the meeting that you wish to emphasize. Write a second thank-you letter after the issue is dealt with or the legislation is passed.
Telephone Calls Most effective when there is a limited amount of time.
High volume is easy to generate. Before the Call Determine your goal and list points you wish to make during the call. Write down your key points and questions you intend to ask and have them in front of you during your call. As briefly as possible, state why you are calling and express your views on the issue. Try not to argue or antagonize, but clearly site your differences.