September 23, 2016—7:30am The Blue Lounge, Student Center Worcester State University

Continental Congress—June 14, 1777 Resolved, That the flag of the thirteen United States be thirteen stripes, alternate red and white: that the union be thirteen stars, white in a blue field, representing a new constellation.

While citizen participation is the basis for a strong democracy, key indicators illustrate a troubling trend for civic engagement in the City of Worcester. Low voter turnout, limited competition for local elected offices, and lackluster interest in serving on local boards and commissions indicate a disconnect between residents and local government. At Worcester Technical High School’s June 2014 Commencement Exercises President Barack Obama challenged the crowd with "Don't Boo. Just Remember to Vote."

The media plays a critical role in society, recording history, delivering information, analyzing issues, and highlighting the use and abuse of power. It is a vehicle for sharing, and debating, public opinions. Yet newspapers and other forms of media are also a business.

Tuesday, April 7, 2015 7:45—9:15 a.m. College of the Holy Cross Hogan Center, Suite B/C - 4th Floor

In preparation for the upcoming municipal elections in Worcester, The Research Bureau has prepared a set of questions for the candidates.

Annual survey of citizen satisfaction with municipal services.

Annual survey of citizen satisfaction with municipal services.

Examines why the number of candidates running in Worcester elections has been declining since the 1980's.

Third annual survey of citizen satisfaction with municipal services.