LPL Knowledge Hub
This knowledge hub features LPL developed content, including detailed case studies, hands-on toolkits, and unique materials designed for immediate application by local government.
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LPL Briefs
Issue based briefs on a variety of topics, including: civic assemblies, independent redistricting, participatory budgeting, human-centered design, voter engagement, deliberative polling, task forcesand more.
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City of Oakland Democracy Dollars: Outreach & Engagement Strategy
A framework for equitable outreach, education, and participation
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Engagement Guide
Building off of the work of the Oakland Democracy Dollars Report, LPL developed this guide to help cities with community engagement in electoral and voter education efforts.
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Building Bridges: How Lancaster, PA Institutionalized Neighborhood Engagement
March 2025
The Local Policy Lab worked closely with the City of Lancaster to develop a detailed case study that describes how the city worked to prioritize, elevate and institutionalize resident engagement.
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Communications & Engagement Planning Decision Tree
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Information Feedback Loop
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Climate+Democracy Toolkit
LPL, in collaboration with Evolution Affairs, developed this toolkit as a useful resource to educate and support local governments.
The Toolkit includes tools and templates for all stages of resident engagement. These include an environmental scan of the local landscape, authentic community engagement, stakeholder mapping, power mapping, historical context, tips for messaging, education and more. The Toolkit is available to any city, organization or individual. In addition, LPL is using it to put concrete plans together with cities.