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Welcome. Why Civility?. Core community value Civil dialogue is critical in decision-making Role models for children. Where Has Civility Gone?. Research Indicates . Two-thirds of the public believe American society is uncivil. Government/politics. Traffic on roads/highways. Talk Radio.

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  1. Welcome

  2. Why Civility? • Core community value • Civil dialogue is critical in decision-making • Role models for children

  3. Where Has Civility Gone?

  4. Research Indicates • Two-thirds of the public believe American society is uncivil Government/politics Traffic on roads/highways Talk Radio High Schools - Survey conducted by KRC Research

  5. Vision for the County • Stanislaus County will be known throughout the state for its healthy, vibrant and thriving communities

  6. Initial Steps • BOARD OF ADVISORS • Provide vision and direction • WORKING COMMITTEES • Partnerships/Sponsorships • Events & Activities • Marketing/Communications

  7. 12 Principles 6. Acknowledge Others 7. Speak Kindly 8. Apologize Sincerely 9. Refrain from Idle Complaints 10. Think the Best 11. Accept & Give Constructive Criticism 12. Don’t Speak Ill 1. Listen 2. Respect Other People’s Time 3. Don’t Shift Responsibility and Blame 4. Accept and Give Praise 5. Respect Others’ Opinions

  8. www.stancoe.org/civility

  9. Next Steps It’s up to YOU! • Raise awareness • Build community support

  10. Today…

  11. In Two Weeks…

  12. In the Next Month…

  13. Don’t Wait…GO FOR IT! • Tie your own projects to the initiative to raise awareness of the importance of civility • Become a FAN on our Facebook page • Tell us what you are doing to promote and model civility

  14. Thank You!

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