Title: Why Is Transparency Critical in Local Government? | Diligent Insights
Headings: Why Is Transparency Critical in Local Government?
Why Is Transparency Critical in Local Government?
In this article, you will learn:
Why openness and accountability go hand-in-hand with transparency
How both internal and external communications improve with greater transparency
Why transparency is most effective with the right digital tools designed for local governments
The Benefits of Openness, Transparency, and Accountability
Transparency Enhances Communication
Technology Is the Key to Transparency
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Content: Transparency Enhances Communication
The benefit of providing as much information to the public as possible is that it gives them an opportunity to think about decisions that the local officials made and provide valuable feedback to them. The comments and feedback open up yet another opportunity for the all-important two-way communication. Local governments are continually looking at how to improve the quality of life for their citizens. The best decision-making is a result of multiple perspectives, including the perspectives of community members. Based on their comments, government officials can incorporate necessary changes. The value in two-way communication is that it shows that the local government is listening and responding to the community’s needs. People often forget that responsibility works both ways. The government needs to honest and transparent. The community has responsibilities as well. Citizens have a responsibility to be informed and hold their local governments accountable.