WRAL TV is soliciting questions for Raleigh Mayor Charles Meeker, as part of a new feature called “Ask Anything: 10 Questions with Triangle Newsmakers.” I think it’s a great idea.

Here is my question for Mayor Meeker:

Mayor, the council’s recent ban on new garbage disposals — now rescinded — left me wondering how a kitchen appliance made its way into the public policy arena. Can you please explain how you assess which issues/areas city government should be involved in, and which it shouldn’t?

What is your question for Mayor Meeker?