“We also call afterwards, and go door to door, to ensure that you really speak to as large a group of Utrechters as possible about such a theme, and that it is a diverse group, so we take that very seriously.” adds Oriental. In addition, as many obstacles as possible are removed during the citizens’ consultation: “food is arranged at the meetings, an interpreter is present, and childcare is made available.” Under the supervision of an independent moderator, everyone in the citizens’ council can voice their opinion on an issue that cannot be resolved by the administration and politicians themselves.
Utrecht citizens’ council on New Year is not on stage: “We will adopt all feasible advice”
