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Introduction: The Weber Speaks program is designed to provide Weber State University (WSU) students with experience in public speaking and communication. Each semester, up to six students will be invited to make a short topic-related speech at a City Council meeting. The selected topics are relative to Ogden City discussions and considerations. The information presented will provide invaluable insights on topics that are pertinent to the City. Criteria: All of the speeches will be on the same topic for each event. Topics will be selected by the Ogden City Council. Each speech will be a maximum of five minutes. Following each speech, Council members and the Mayor may ask questions or make comments. The total amount of time allocated within the City Council meeting for each event will be one hour. Speeches will be given under the “Request to Be on the Agenda” portion of the meeting (6:00 p.m. on Tuesday evenings). The speeches will later be broadcast online and on the City’s dedicated television station, Channel 17. Key points or compelling images should be the main focus of a speech. PowerPoint or Prezi presentations can be included but are not required. All presentation materials are to be sent to: [EMAIL REDACTED]. Electronic and overhead materials must be at least 24 point font size. The use of colors should be pleasing to the eye, and text colors should contrast with background colors to ensure clear visibility. (Note that not all PowerPoint templates meet these requirements) Presenters are to bring one hard copy of the full sentence outline to the meeting for the City Recorder’s office so these can be included as part of the official meeting record. Summary: The Weber Speaks program provides a significant opportunity for students to learn how to apply their knowledge and participate in democratic processes. Ogden City values the extensive information base provided by Weber State University students, faculty and staff. The Ogden City Council and Mayor encourage students to take advantage of this opportunity to participate in the Weber Speaks program. Students are also encouraged to be otherwise involved and make comments on other topics when the Council is considering action (during a public hearing) or under “Public Comments” during these or any other Council meetings. Student attendance and participation are also welcomed during “Talk of the Town” meetings, which are held on campus periodically to discuss college town related issues. Weber Speaks ProgramWe