Citizen Participation in Urban Politics

The video discusses the role of citizens in co-creating policies for sustainable cities, focusing on direct participation and Arnstein's participation ladder. It provides examples like public hearings, participatory budgeting, and deliberative polling, highlighting the benefits of citizen involvement in decision-making. The video concludes with a warning about the potential loss of trust if citizen participation is not taken seriously.

What is the primary focus of the video tutorial?

• Historical development of city politics

• Economic growth in urban areas

• Influence of citizens in co-creating policies for sustainable cities

• The role of technology in city development

Which form of participation involves citizens directly in decision-making?

• Symbolic participation

• Passive participation

• Direct participation

• Indirect participation

According to Arnstein's ladder, what is the highest level of citizen influence?

• Tokenism

• Real influence and control

• Informing

• Consultation

What is considered a form of non-participation according to Arnstein?

• Participatory budgeting

• Public hearings

• Deliberative polling

• Consultation and informing

Which city is known for its participatory budgeting initiative?

• New York City

• Seattle

• Tamale

• Porte Allegro

What is the first step in the deliberative polling process?

• Implementation of decisions

• Baseline opinion poll

• Final poll with similar questions

• Discussion and deliberation

What was a priority identified through deliberative polling in Tamale, Ghana?

• Building new roads

• Developing new parks

• Rainwater harvesting system in schools

• Increasing public transport

What is a potential risk if citizen participation is not taken seriously?

• Higher voter turnout

• Increased city budget

• Loss of trust in city government

• More effective policies

What is a benefit of direct citizen participation in city politics?

• More empowered citizens

• Less engaged citizens

• Reduced public opinion changes

• Increased government control

What can happen if co-creation fails in city politics?

• More effective policies

• Harm to future decision-making

• Improved democratic legitimacy

• Increased citizen participation