Dayton residents have the opportunity to exact change and positively impact what happens in their neighborhoods. The City’s 65 neighborhoods have a voice in their municipal government through the seven Priority Boards and ultimately through the Chairperson’s Council that oversees the Priority Board system.

Since then Dayton has gained national recognition for the process of gaining input from its citizens. It is the very active members of the community that make Dayton’s government one that is “by the people.”

Elected officials and City administrators regularly seek input from the seven Priority Boards on opportunities that face the City and in addressing the needs and challenges that face them. It has proven to be a very effective two-way communication system that benefits all.

Dayton's seven Priority Boards offer a unique and easy way for residents to get involved in their neighborhood and in City government. Dayton's pioneering effort has been a model for many other cities looking to enhance the voice of citizens in the local decision-making process.