ACTION PLAYBOOK:

Leverage the Influence of
Local Officials

We need bold public policy that matches the scale and urgency of the climate crisis.

City council members and mayors often have influence with state and federal lawmakers and can effectively advocate on behalf of their constituents. They also have a deep understanding of the challenges of managing city resources and tend to have closer connections to their constituents than state and federal officials do, which makes them the perfect liaison.

  • Estimated time: 30-45 minutes. Easy!

    This playbook can be completed in one sitting, but you can start and come back anytime. Our community also takes action together during drop-in Zoom meetups called Hours of Action. Join one here!

  • Use this playbook to:

    1. Pick a policy priority

    2. Choose who to contact and find their contact information

    3. Strengthen your argument with research (optional!)

    4. Write an email