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Would changing the form of government change the accessibility or responsiveness <br />of city officials? <br /> <br />Again, it is unlikely that residents would notice any significant change in their <br />accessibility to elected officials or the responsiveness of city officials. Elected off~cials <br />will continue to be available to residents to discuss city and neighborhood issues and <br />receive feedback on city services. Because council members have more time to spend on <br />policy issues, it could be argued that city government will be more responsive to the <br />current and future needs of city residents. On the other hand, the council's administrative <br />involvement would be reduced under the city manager form of government, which could <br />result in increased resident contact with the city manager and staff on administrative <br />matters. Many cities that have the city manager form of government regularly provide <br />reports to the council members to keep them informed and up to date on the city's <br />administrative operations. <br /> <br />Does it make sense? <br /> <br />That's a question that only the voters of Champlin can answer. The answer to this <br />question may depend, to a large extent, on the time city councilmembers have available to <br />spend on administrative matters. Voters should make their decision by choosing the form <br />of government that best responds to the city's needs and characteristics. <br /> <br />44 <br /> <br /> <br />