Government Relations

The Government Relations Team is committed to providing Next members with an opportunity to get involved and engaged in the public policy discussion with the hopes of making a positive difference for the future of Norman. We will accomplish this by providing members access to their city, county, state and national elected officials and a chance to get involved in the political process. We will encourage voter participation and provide voter education.
Members responsibilities include participating in the organization of debates, volunteering for county commissions, creating an impact in the community.

2011-12 Team Goals:

Goal:  Get Norman NEXT members or Norman YP’s actively involved in the political and government process.

Initiative 1:  Plan Day at the City for members to become educated about how city runs
When:  Fall semester
Who:  Michael and Andy will coordinate with key city leaders
What:  Intro to city – what they do, who’s in charge, hold city council panel on how YP’s can become more involved

Initiative 2:  Plan Day at the Capitol
When:  February
Who:  Michael and Andy will coordinate with legislative members
What:  Intro to capitol and issues facing on state level

Initiative 3:  Promote involvement and provide outlet to get Norman Next members appointed to boards and commission
When:  August 11 – research board terms
Who:  Michael and Andy will identify members
What:  Assist those interested in serving in getting them appointed
Initiative 4:  Actively seek members to run for office
When:  October/November – Create bench of 20-25 who are interested
Who:  Michael and Andy will identify young professionals interested in running for office

Get Involved!

The direction of our community is in the hands of those who serve and control the governments that regulate us.  Young professionals in Norman have a tremendous opportunity to represent the business community by serving in city and government roles.  There are hundreds of seats on local government Boards and Commissions held by appointed citizens who serve in a vast range of capacities.  There are also many Norman Public School Board citizen committees, County opportunities, and State government opportunities.  Through serving on Boards and Commissions like these, Norman NEXT and young professionals have the opportunity to influence the direction of public policy and provide a pro-business voice for Norman, creating a united community that cultivates prosperous business opportunities and the highest quality of life for future generations.

If you are interested in serving the community through one of these roles, please contact the NEXT Government Relations Team.

Team Meetings:
Scheduled as needed. Email the Government Team or Kyla McMoran for information on the next scheduled meeting.

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