The more diversity you have on council, the more you can be reflective of the wider community, and then your decisions will be representative of that diversity.
Switching to district elections made running for city council more accessible, and is likely the reason the city's elected officials have been more diverse in the past few years.
Having diverse backgrounds brings a wider range of perspectives and experiences, which helps the council make more rounded policy decisions.
Making elections more accessible helped the city reach multiple demographic milestones, including the election of the first Asian American woman and Indian American on the council.
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