Hashtags are a simple way to make your posts on most social media platforms seen. For local governments, this is another great way to ensure important information reaches the eyes of the public.

If local governments are not on social media, they’re missing out on countless ways to connect, inform and engage the public. For government agencies, social media provides more channels to let the people know what’s going on around them, from information on an urgent weather event or upcoming community gathering, and promoting what officials have accomplished. It’s a way to be more accessible and a part of citizens’ daily lives.