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What is a disruptive statement?
A statement
containing personal attacks, profanity, commercial advertising or content which is entirely off-topic, and/or
from a user who has falsified their registration information with the intent to post multiple statements in one topic or to misrepresent their city of residence.
Why does Open Town Hall monitor for disruptive statements?
OpenGov is a non-partisan company dedicated to building public trust in government and broadening civic engagement. Many people will not participate if the forum has disruptive statements.
Does Open Town Hall find many disruptive statements?
No. Disruptive statements are quite rare - less than one in a thousand statements are disruptive.
What does Open Town Hall do if they find a disruptive statement?
Open Town Hall
moves the statement to a different web page,
describes the problem in an email to the author, and
invites the author to change the statement.
Does Open Town Hall ever edit or delete statements?
Never. Only the statement's author can edit or delete a statement.
If I disagree with someone, can I post my opinion?
Yes. Open Town Hall encourages open dialog which, by necessity, includes disagreements.
How do I know if my statement is a 'disagreement' or a 'personal attack'?
Personal attacks are disparaging remarks which impute motives to a person's action. Statements of fact, or of your own opinion are generally not personal attacks.
Here are some examples of statements which are, and are not, personal attacks.
Personal Attack
Not A Personal Attack
He lied.
He said he did X, but in fact he did Y.
She misrepresented the truth.
I don't trust her.
He is greedy.
He is making plenty of money.
It is merely a power play on her part.
She will announce her candidacy soon.
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1. The building designs for blocks 17 and 18 are designed to be lively and modern. Do you like having places like this type of design in the St. Paul’s area?
Plaza View
2. See the plaza at building 17 near Church and Freemason Streets with public art, outdoor seating, landscaping, and shops; where community activities and live music can be showcased. Does this image make you feel? (select all that apply)
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St. Paul's Blvd
Freemason St.
3. The apartments along St. Paul’s and Freemason will
be lined with balconies with room for friends and
family to gather. Do you see yourself using a balcony
if you lived here?
Church Street plaza
4. In the image above you can see rooftop outdoor recreation space above the Church Street plaza. Would you use a space like this?
Freemason St.
5. These new apartments are right across from a park space, designed for a quiet picnic, recreation activities, or a fun event. Would you use this park to relax, visit with friends and family or play with your kids?
Three Bedroom Apartment - 1273 Square Feet
One Bedroom Apartment - 681 Square Feet
Two Bedroom Apartment - 912 Square Feet
6. These are possible unit floor plans for these buildings. Does this feel like home for you and your family?
7. All of the kitchens will be equipped with modern appliances and features. Can you see yourself preparing holiday meals in a kitchen like this?
8. Fitness and Wellness rooms are planned for each development. Does having access to a facility like this support your health, fitness and lifestyle goals?
9. Please select the option that best describes you (pick one).
10. If you are a current St. Paul’s area resident, how long have you lived in this neighborhood?
11. What is your age range?
Thank you for participating!
What is a disruptive statement?
A statement
containing personal attacks, profanity, commercial advertising or content which is entirely off-topic, and/or
from a user who has falsified their registration information with the intent to post multiple statements in one topic or to misrepresent their city of residence.
Why does Open Town Hall monitor for disruptive statements?
OpenGov is a non-partisan company dedicated to building public trust in government and broadening civic engagement. Many people will not participate if the forum has disruptive statements.
Does Open Town Hall find many disruptive statements?
No. Disruptive statements are quite rare - less than one in a thousand statements are disruptive.
What does Open Town Hall do if they find a disruptive statement?
Open Town Hall
moves the statement to a different web page,
describes the problem in an email to the author, and
invites the author to change the statement.
Does Open Town Hall ever edit or delete statements?
Never. Only the statement's author can edit or delete a statement.
If I disagree with someone, can I post my opinion?
Yes. Open Town Hall encourages open dialog which, by necessity, includes disagreements.
How do I know if my statement is a 'disagreement' or a 'personal attack'?
Personal attacks are disparaging remarks which impute motives to a person's action. Statements of fact, or of your own opinion are generally not personal attacks.
Here are some examples of statements which are, and are not, personal attacks.
Personal Attack
Not A Personal Attack
He lied.
He said he did X, but in fact he did Y.
She misrepresented the truth.
I don't trust her.
He is greedy.
He is making plenty of money.
It is merely a power play on her part.
She will announce her candidacy soon.
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1. The building designs for blocks 17 and 18 are designed to be lively and modern. Do you like having places like this type of design in the St. Paul’s area?
2. See the plaza at building 17 near Church and Freemason Streets with public art, outdoor seating, landscaping, and shops; where community activities and live music can be showcased. Does this image make you feel? (select all that apply)
3. The apartments along St. Paul’s and Freemason will be lined with balconies with room for friends and family to gather. Do you see yourself using a balcony if you lived here?
4. In the image above you can see rooftop outdoor recreation space above the Church Street plaza. Would you use a space like this?
5. These new apartments are right across from a park space, designed for a quiet picnic, recreation activities, or a fun event. Would you use this park to relax, visit with friends and family or play with your kids?
6. These are possible unit floor plans for these buildings. Does this feel like home for you and your family?
7. All of the kitchens will be equipped with modern appliances and features. Can you see yourself preparing holiday meals in a kitchen like this?
8. Fitness and Wellness rooms are planned for each development. Does having access to a facility like this support your health, fitness and lifestyle goals?
9. Please select the option that best describes you (pick one).
10. If you are a current St. Paul’s area resident, how long have you lived in this neighborhood?
11. What is your age range?