The 24-year-old Wheeler native died Dec. 22, 2005 when an improvised explosive device detonated near his position during a dismounted patrol in Baghdad , Iraq.
This document summarizes development impact fees in several cities and counties around the Atlanta region. It lists the total residential and commercial impact fees for cities like Roswell ($3,200 and $3,000), Cherokee County ($1,142 and $2,000), and Forsyth County ($3,641 and $532). It also lists communities that do not have impact fee programs. The document outlines several things for local governments to consider when implementing impact fees, including having a comprehensive plan, funding maintenance costs, and properly aligning fees with new growth. It states that impact fees can effectively fund infrastructure if used alongside robust planning, but should not be relied on solely or used to slow growth.
A Brighter Energy Future for Regions: An Introduction to SolSmart’s Regional ...nado-web
Solar is becoming an increasingly popular option for communities and regions looking to diversify their energy supply, especially as the price of solar installations has continued to decrease. The SolSmart team works free of charge with communities and regions around the country to obtain Gold, Silver, and Bronze designations by incorporating best practices for solar planning, zoning, permitting, and inspection. This session will provide an overview of the SolSmart program and its benefits and highlight how regional development organizations can participate in the process and achieve designation.
-Andrew Light, Program Manager, Interstate Renewable Energy Council, Washington, DC
-Introduction: Chris Rietow, Executive Director, Apalachee Regional Planning Council, Tallahassee, FL
The document discusses financing development in Asia-Pacific to achieve the 2030 Agenda. It notes that domestic private financing far exceeds other sources of development finance in the region. It also describes how development finance assessments can provide countries an overview of development financing and recommendations to better align finance with sustainable development priorities and results. Finally, it advocates for integrated national financing frameworks to coordinate different sources of development finance coherently.
How do you make sure your EDA project is both competitive and technically accurate? What makes a strong project versus a weak one, and what about the ones when the scope just doesn’t tell the story? Staff from the EDA Austin Regional office will discuss how they review project applications and what can make or break a project.
Kim Marousek - Setting the Stage for Regional Resiliencenado-web
As events over the past several years make all-too-clear, regions need to be better prepared to anticipate, withstand, and recover from multiple types of shocks and disruptions. Resilience planning and recovery will require regions to think creatively in the face of new and emerging threats. This session will highlight examples of how regions have responded to the current challenges of our time in creative and collaborative ways in an effort to become more resilient and better prepared for the future.
Reform of the local state and new learning needs30088
The document discusses reforms to the local government system in the UK, including the abolition of various regional bodies and the proposed Localism Bill. The bill aims to devolve more powers to local councils and communities but will also bring financial cuts and legal/financial reforms. It represents a continuation of longer-term bipartisan trends toward more local autonomy. The challenges for local authorities include integrating new legislation, understanding reforms to fiscal powers and financial instruments, developing social capital across communities, and rethinking roles under new structures like elected mayors. Local governments will need to learn new skills like managing risk-based investments, building workforce capacity, and leading reforms with depleted central government support.
WealthWorks Network Peer Learning Event: Workforce Development, Energy, and F...nado-web
On March 22, 2021, 40 members of the rural wealth creation network attended a peer learning event to discuss economic development and workforce development, forestry, and energy. Rural wealth creation, or WealthWorks, is a framework for doing economic development that focuses on building upon assets in the community and connecting to real market demand to create lasting livelihoods in rural communities. This video captures the introductory general session moderated by NADO Associate Director Carrie Kissel, and also reporting out from breakout groups, but not the individual breakout group discussions.
The 24-year-old Wheeler native died Dec. 22, 2005 when an improvised explosive device detonated near his position during a dismounted patrol in Baghdad , Iraq.
This document summarizes development impact fees in several cities and counties around the Atlanta region. It lists the total residential and commercial impact fees for cities like Roswell ($3,200 and $3,000), Cherokee County ($1,142 and $2,000), and Forsyth County ($3,641 and $532). It also lists communities that do not have impact fee programs. The document outlines several things for local governments to consider when implementing impact fees, including having a comprehensive plan, funding maintenance costs, and properly aligning fees with new growth. It states that impact fees can effectively fund infrastructure if used alongside robust planning, but should not be relied on solely or used to slow growth.
A Brighter Energy Future for Regions: An Introduction to SolSmart’s Regional ...nado-web
Solar is becoming an increasingly popular option for communities and regions looking to diversify their energy supply, especially as the price of solar installations has continued to decrease. The SolSmart team works free of charge with communities and regions around the country to obtain Gold, Silver, and Bronze designations by incorporating best practices for solar planning, zoning, permitting, and inspection. This session will provide an overview of the SolSmart program and its benefits and highlight how regional development organizations can participate in the process and achieve designation.
-Andrew Light, Program Manager, Interstate Renewable Energy Council, Washington, DC
-Introduction: Chris Rietow, Executive Director, Apalachee Regional Planning Council, Tallahassee, FL
The document discusses financing development in Asia-Pacific to achieve the 2030 Agenda. It notes that domestic private financing far exceeds other sources of development finance in the region. It also describes how development finance assessments can provide countries an overview of development financing and recommendations to better align finance with sustainable development priorities and results. Finally, it advocates for integrated national financing frameworks to coordinate different sources of development finance coherently.
How do you make sure your EDA project is both competitive and technically accurate? What makes a strong project versus a weak one, and what about the ones when the scope just doesn’t tell the story? Staff from the EDA Austin Regional office will discuss how they review project applications and what can make or break a project.
Kim Marousek - Setting the Stage for Regional Resiliencenado-web
As events over the past several years make all-too-clear, regions need to be better prepared to anticipate, withstand, and recover from multiple types of shocks and disruptions. Resilience planning and recovery will require regions to think creatively in the face of new and emerging threats. This session will highlight examples of how regions have responded to the current challenges of our time in creative and collaborative ways in an effort to become more resilient and better prepared for the future.
Reform of the local state and new learning needs30088
The document discusses reforms to the local government system in the UK, including the abolition of various regional bodies and the proposed Localism Bill. The bill aims to devolve more powers to local councils and communities but will also bring financial cuts and legal/financial reforms. It represents a continuation of longer-term bipartisan trends toward more local autonomy. The challenges for local authorities include integrating new legislation, understanding reforms to fiscal powers and financial instruments, developing social capital across communities, and rethinking roles under new structures like elected mayors. Local governments will need to learn new skills like managing risk-based investments, building workforce capacity, and leading reforms with depleted central government support.
WealthWorks Network Peer Learning Event: Workforce Development, Energy, and F...nado-web
On March 22, 2021, 40 members of the rural wealth creation network attended a peer learning event to discuss economic development and workforce development, forestry, and energy. Rural wealth creation, or WealthWorks, is a framework for doing economic development that focuses on building upon assets in the community and connecting to real market demand to create lasting livelihoods in rural communities. This video captures the introductory general session moderated by NADO Associate Director Carrie Kissel, and also reporting out from breakout groups, but not the individual breakout group discussions.
Climate Change and Resilient Cities. Presentation made at the Hague Academy for Local Governance, on 29 October 2015, Netherlands, by Aziza Akhmouch, Water Governance Initiative Project Manager, Regional Development Policy, OECD.
www.oecd.org/gov/regional-policy/watergovernanceprogramme.htm
The document discusses Auckland's governance reforms from an economic perspective focusing on using resources efficiently, satisfying preferences, solving collective action problems, and achieving net benefits across economic, social, environmental, and cultural well-beings. It outlines key features of the reforms including strengthening the regional level, integrated regional strategy and planning, and efficient regional infrastructure delivery. It also considers potential implications such as other regions strengthening regional decision making and opportunities for collaboration, as well as challenges in implementation.
Maheshwari_B_Balanced urban growth – Is it a myth or reality?latrobeuni
(1) Australian cities are growing rapidly and will double in population by 2050, with most growth occurring in outer suburbs, presenting significant challenges for building and managing these areas.
(2) While urban growth is driven by factors like population increase and economic expansion, developers' interests and governments' use of growth to boost economies also contribute to sprawl.
(3) Achieving balanced and sustainable urban growth will require an integrated, evidence-based planning approach across sectors and jurisdictions to ensure livable, sustainable cities into the future.
CEDS, Resilience, and Recovery Showcase, Part 1 - Deb Smithnado-web
As events over the past several years make all-too-clear, regions need to be better prepared to anticipate, withstand, and recover from multiple types of shocks and disruptions. Resilience planning and recovery will require regions to think creatively in the face of new and emerging threats. This two-part showcase will highlight different examples of how regions across the country have responded to the current challenges of our time in creative and collaborative ways by enhancing their CEDS process, embracing resilience planning, addressing climate change, and forging new partnerships.
-Deb Smith, Regional Economic Development Planner, Clearwater Economic Development Association, Lewiston, ID
-Lee Umphrey, Executive Director, Eastern Maine Development Corporation, Bangor, ME
-Dorthy Jackson, Regional and Economic Development Manager, Heart of Texas Council of Governments, Waco, TX
-Moderator: Ciara Ristig, Senior Program Manager, Washington, DC
Session Governance - Davis Ddamulira exclusionary planning ugandaIRC
The document discusses the challenges of exclusionary planning for rural water and sanitation services (RWSS) in Uganda. Some key challenges mentioned include control by governments without accountability, inefficient "one size fits all" planning without proper identification and targeting of communities, limited long-term focus on service provision, and political interference pressuring technocrats. The document also notes emerging trends toward more inclusive planning by clarifying roles of governments, private sector, civil society organizations, and donors. WaterAid Uganda is currently promoting approaches like participatory budgeting, increasing dialogue between citizens and local leaders, and capturing community voices to help address challenges of exclusionary planning.
MassDevelopment supports economic growth across Massachusetts through programs that provide financing, real estate development services, and community development support to businesses, municipalities, and non-profits. The Transformative Development Initiative (TDI) is an integrated place-based strategy that implements catalytic revitalization activities in designated districts within Gateway Cities, utilizing funding from MassDevelopment alongside technical assistance, fellowships for capacity building, and transformative projects. The TDI aims to stimulate investment and sustainable economic development in focus areas like the Springfield Innovation District through public-private partnerships, coordinated infrastructure improvements, and the identification of catalytic development opportunities.
Donovan_Edwards_Workshop_Peri Urban: the space between metro and regional citieslatrobeuni
The Peri Urban Group of Rural Councils aims to advocate for issues facing peri-urban areas located between major cities and regional towns in Victoria. Their vision is to be recognized as part of the solution for managing growth while supporting local communities. Their goals include researching policy and planning solutions to challenges such as sustainable growth and balancing different land uses. They propose working together regionally with sequenced growth and a statewide infrastructure plan.
A new administration, new department, and agency leadership, increased federal grant funds available for rural and regional economic development, an economy rebounding from the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, and continued demand for services at the local and regional level are having a direct and often dramatic effect on the roles of economic development districts and organizations nationwide. Learn about the most recent developments from the Hill and federal agencies that will have a direct bearing on your
programs and services.
Presentation made at the 6th Asia Pacific Forum on 20 October, Jakarta, Indonesia by Tadashi Matsumoto, Project Manager, Green Growth/Knowledge Sharing Southeast Asia, OECD Regional Development Policy Division.
www.oecd.org/regional/regional-policy/
“Planning for Future Funding: How to create a community comprehensive plan with federal funding in mind”
Thinking about federal grants when developing a comprehensive plan for your community can help you get a head start on successfully applying, submitting and receiving federal funding.
Detailed comprehensive plans and federal funding grants need some of the same elements to thrive. Writing about the vision for investing in a community’s empty brownfields, affordable housing and economic development needs, and health issues can serve as a platform in applying for federal grants. These aspirations, when effectively written and documented, can be used as the basis for grant applications. If a community identifies its needs as part of the planning process, it can, as part of a continuous proposal building process, pinpoint which grants will help meet those needs.
Federal grants are available for communities with an integrated vision for connecting economic development, community development, and environmental protection to create greater livability.
Illinois ResourceNet (IRN) and the Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning (CMPA) are working together on a series of free webinars to help communities strengthen their capacity to apply successfully for available federal funding opportunities.
In this webinar, “Planning for Funding: How to create a comprehensive plan with federal funding in mind,” Deborah Orr, EPA Region 5 Brownfields Coordinator, will moderate the session and explain why comprehensive community planning should be an integral part of the federal funding process.
Michael McAfee, Community Planning and Development Representative with HUD's Chicago office, will demonstrate how to use a comprehensive plan and the sustainable practices built into it to facilitate the continuous development of federal funding proposals.
Susan Kaplan, technical assistance provider for Illinois ResourceNet at the University of Illinois, will offer examples of how a community plan can be used to help identify relevant federal grant opportunities and develop persuasive grant applications.
Free Webinar held on Tuesday, August 3, 2010 at 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Urban and spatial planning and design play an important role in shaping sustainable and resilient cities. Effective planning promotes compact and connected urban forms that reduce sprawl, support public transportation, and encourage mixed-used development. This contrasts with unplanned urban extensions and car-centric development, which have led to less sustainable sprawling urban patterns. Good planning also fosters social inclusion, protects cultural heritage and the environment, strengthens resilience, and supports strong economies by improving productivity and land values. Public participation, multi-sectoral coordination, capacity building, and context-specific solutions are essential for successful urban and spatial planning.
This document summarizes a presentation about developing healthy communities through land use planning and policy. It discusses how policy can influence community design to promote health, provides examples of provincial land use policies that support complete and healthy communities, and describes a resource developed by the local health unit called "Healthy Community Design: Policy Statements for Official Plans" to provide guidance to municipal planners. The presentation encourages using an advocacy approach and the new policy resource to influence trail development plans and municipal land use policies.
The document outlines the strengths and weaknesses of the regional community development system, and then describes the mission and approach of inveSTL to support neighborhoods in the St. Louis region. inveSTL aims to engage residents and stakeholders through fundraising events and donations. It allocates 75% of funds towards long-term neighborhood investments chosen through a voting process, and uses 25% for near-term needs.
This document summarizes the work of PIANGO, a regional network of NGOs in 21 Pacific Island countries and territories, to support civil society engagement in achieving the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in the Pacific region. Key points:
1. PIANGO restructured itself and developed a tiered approach for civil society monitoring of SDG implementation at national, regional, and country levels.
2. PIANGO created an "SDG Process Barometer" diagnostic tool to assess inclusiveness and participation in SDG processes and support effective civil society participation.
3. Initial trials of the barometer found varying levels of SDG implementation progress and engagement across Micronesian countries, identifying
Climate change impact in coastal areas of the Rio de la Plata River, Actions ...IIED
This document summarizes the key findings of a project studying climate change impacts in coastal areas of the Rio de la Plata River. The project used a participatory approach, training local stakeholders to identify vulnerable areas and understand risk perception. Modeling found housing damage costs could increase by 20-33% due to climate change. The study also identified institutional barriers to adaptation, including a lack of integration between climate and development planning, limited technical capacity, and tensions between scientific and local information needs. However, opportunities exist to address these barriers through community involvement, improved urban planning, and raising awareness among decision-makers.
Bruce Robertson, Assistant Auditor-General – Local Government, Office of the
Auditor-General
The 2015 LTPs and the associated consultation documents were a repackaging of the requirements around long-term planning. Bruce will discuss what he and others in the Audit Office have
The document discusses new concepts in urban planning, specifically strategic planning versus master planning. It notes that strategic planning takes a more participatory approach that involves stakeholders and improves commitment levels compared to statutory master planning. However, strategic planning still requires a strong legal framework and institutional support to achieve its goals. The document also provides an example of strategic planning in Kumasi, Ghana, where it has prioritized infrastructure investment through budget allocation but still faces challenges of lack of integration among departments.
This document discusses challenges and approaches for urban and territorial governance. It notes that the local level is impacted by global dynamics like migration, trade, and climate change. This requires fit-for-purpose institutional frameworks, an understanding of power dynamics, and effective multilevel governance. Integrated approaches are needed to address disparities by understanding rural-urban interconnectivity. Strong multi-actor cooperation is important for regional development and territorial cohesion through improved integrated planning. The document asks how development partners can adapt to these complex challenges and what common actions the network can take.
This document discusses economic development opportunities and challenges in Groton, Connecticut. It outlines learning objectives around land use policy, regulatory audits, and obtaining funding for planning. It then provides an overview of Groton's demographics, major employers, and attractions. Issues facing Groton include loss of tax revenue and an unfriendly business environment. The document recommends conducting a regulatory audit and market analysis to identify opportunities for targeted industry, redevelopment areas, and regulatory reforms. Next steps include implementing the market analysis, beginning regulatory revisions, and building community support.
Brian Dabson's Discussion of Planning for a More Resilient Future: A Guide to...nado-web
Brian Dabson, Institute of Public Policy, Harry S Truman School of Public Affairs, University of Missouri, Presentation on Planning for a More Resilient Future Publication.
Title: Understanding the Bicycle Project Planning and Implementation Process
Track: Connect
Format: 90 minute panel
Abstract: This session focuses on the different approaches cities are taking with their bicycle projects and programs, with a focus on how to improve decision making and project/program delivery.
Presenters:
Presenter: Johann Weber Georgia Tech
Co-Presenter: Darren Flusche League of American Bicyclists & Advocacy Advance
Co-Presenter: Joshuah Mello Alta Planning + Design
Co-Presenter: Byron Rushing Atlanta Regional Commission
The document summarizes an agenda for a Citizen Planning Academy held by the City of Elk Grove to educate residents about the city's general plan update process. The agenda covers an introduction to general plans, key issues to address in the update, balancing future goals for growth, and how residents can get involved. Residents participated in activities to learn about planning terms and issues and provide input to help shape the updated general plan.
Climate Change and Resilient Cities. Presentation made at the Hague Academy for Local Governance, on 29 October 2015, Netherlands, by Aziza Akhmouch, Water Governance Initiative Project Manager, Regional Development Policy, OECD.
www.oecd.org/gov/regional-policy/watergovernanceprogramme.htm
The document discusses Auckland's governance reforms from an economic perspective focusing on using resources efficiently, satisfying preferences, solving collective action problems, and achieving net benefits across economic, social, environmental, and cultural well-beings. It outlines key features of the reforms including strengthening the regional level, integrated regional strategy and planning, and efficient regional infrastructure delivery. It also considers potential implications such as other regions strengthening regional decision making and opportunities for collaboration, as well as challenges in implementation.
Maheshwari_B_Balanced urban growth – Is it a myth or reality?latrobeuni
(1) Australian cities are growing rapidly and will double in population by 2050, with most growth occurring in outer suburbs, presenting significant challenges for building and managing these areas.
(2) While urban growth is driven by factors like population increase and economic expansion, developers' interests and governments' use of growth to boost economies also contribute to sprawl.
(3) Achieving balanced and sustainable urban growth will require an integrated, evidence-based planning approach across sectors and jurisdictions to ensure livable, sustainable cities into the future.
CEDS, Resilience, and Recovery Showcase, Part 1 - Deb Smithnado-web
As events over the past several years make all-too-clear, regions need to be better prepared to anticipate, withstand, and recover from multiple types of shocks and disruptions. Resilience planning and recovery will require regions to think creatively in the face of new and emerging threats. This two-part showcase will highlight different examples of how regions across the country have responded to the current challenges of our time in creative and collaborative ways by enhancing their CEDS process, embracing resilience planning, addressing climate change, and forging new partnerships.
-Deb Smith, Regional Economic Development Planner, Clearwater Economic Development Association, Lewiston, ID
-Lee Umphrey, Executive Director, Eastern Maine Development Corporation, Bangor, ME
-Dorthy Jackson, Regional and Economic Development Manager, Heart of Texas Council of Governments, Waco, TX
-Moderator: Ciara Ristig, Senior Program Manager, Washington, DC
Session Governance - Davis Ddamulira exclusionary planning ugandaIRC
The document discusses the challenges of exclusionary planning for rural water and sanitation services (RWSS) in Uganda. Some key challenges mentioned include control by governments without accountability, inefficient "one size fits all" planning without proper identification and targeting of communities, limited long-term focus on service provision, and political interference pressuring technocrats. The document also notes emerging trends toward more inclusive planning by clarifying roles of governments, private sector, civil society organizations, and donors. WaterAid Uganda is currently promoting approaches like participatory budgeting, increasing dialogue between citizens and local leaders, and capturing community voices to help address challenges of exclusionary planning.
MassDevelopment supports economic growth across Massachusetts through programs that provide financing, real estate development services, and community development support to businesses, municipalities, and non-profits. The Transformative Development Initiative (TDI) is an integrated place-based strategy that implements catalytic revitalization activities in designated districts within Gateway Cities, utilizing funding from MassDevelopment alongside technical assistance, fellowships for capacity building, and transformative projects. The TDI aims to stimulate investment and sustainable economic development in focus areas like the Springfield Innovation District through public-private partnerships, coordinated infrastructure improvements, and the identification of catalytic development opportunities.
Donovan_Edwards_Workshop_Peri Urban: the space between metro and regional citieslatrobeuni
The Peri Urban Group of Rural Councils aims to advocate for issues facing peri-urban areas located between major cities and regional towns in Victoria. Their vision is to be recognized as part of the solution for managing growth while supporting local communities. Their goals include researching policy and planning solutions to challenges such as sustainable growth and balancing different land uses. They propose working together regionally with sequenced growth and a statewide infrastructure plan.
A new administration, new department, and agency leadership, increased federal grant funds available for rural and regional economic development, an economy rebounding from the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, and continued demand for services at the local and regional level are having a direct and often dramatic effect on the roles of economic development districts and organizations nationwide. Learn about the most recent developments from the Hill and federal agencies that will have a direct bearing on your
programs and services.
Presentation made at the 6th Asia Pacific Forum on 20 October, Jakarta, Indonesia by Tadashi Matsumoto, Project Manager, Green Growth/Knowledge Sharing Southeast Asia, OECD Regional Development Policy Division.
www.oecd.org/regional/regional-policy/
“Planning for Future Funding: How to create a community comprehensive plan with federal funding in mind”
Thinking about federal grants when developing a comprehensive plan for your community can help you get a head start on successfully applying, submitting and receiving federal funding.
Detailed comprehensive plans and federal funding grants need some of the same elements to thrive. Writing about the vision for investing in a community’s empty brownfields, affordable housing and economic development needs, and health issues can serve as a platform in applying for federal grants. These aspirations, when effectively written and documented, can be used as the basis for grant applications. If a community identifies its needs as part of the planning process, it can, as part of a continuous proposal building process, pinpoint which grants will help meet those needs.
Federal grants are available for communities with an integrated vision for connecting economic development, community development, and environmental protection to create greater livability.
Illinois ResourceNet (IRN) and the Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning (CMPA) are working together on a series of free webinars to help communities strengthen their capacity to apply successfully for available federal funding opportunities.
In this webinar, “Planning for Funding: How to create a comprehensive plan with federal funding in mind,” Deborah Orr, EPA Region 5 Brownfields Coordinator, will moderate the session and explain why comprehensive community planning should be an integral part of the federal funding process.
Michael McAfee, Community Planning and Development Representative with HUD's Chicago office, will demonstrate how to use a comprehensive plan and the sustainable practices built into it to facilitate the continuous development of federal funding proposals.
Susan Kaplan, technical assistance provider for Illinois ResourceNet at the University of Illinois, will offer examples of how a community plan can be used to help identify relevant federal grant opportunities and develop persuasive grant applications.
Free Webinar held on Tuesday, August 3, 2010 at 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Urban and spatial planning and design play an important role in shaping sustainable and resilient cities. Effective planning promotes compact and connected urban forms that reduce sprawl, support public transportation, and encourage mixed-used development. This contrasts with unplanned urban extensions and car-centric development, which have led to less sustainable sprawling urban patterns. Good planning also fosters social inclusion, protects cultural heritage and the environment, strengthens resilience, and supports strong economies by improving productivity and land values. Public participation, multi-sectoral coordination, capacity building, and context-specific solutions are essential for successful urban and spatial planning.
This document summarizes a presentation about developing healthy communities through land use planning and policy. It discusses how policy can influence community design to promote health, provides examples of provincial land use policies that support complete and healthy communities, and describes a resource developed by the local health unit called "Healthy Community Design: Policy Statements for Official Plans" to provide guidance to municipal planners. The presentation encourages using an advocacy approach and the new policy resource to influence trail development plans and municipal land use policies.
The document outlines the strengths and weaknesses of the regional community development system, and then describes the mission and approach of inveSTL to support neighborhoods in the St. Louis region. inveSTL aims to engage residents and stakeholders through fundraising events and donations. It allocates 75% of funds towards long-term neighborhood investments chosen through a voting process, and uses 25% for near-term needs.
This document summarizes the work of PIANGO, a regional network of NGOs in 21 Pacific Island countries and territories, to support civil society engagement in achieving the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in the Pacific region. Key points:
1. PIANGO restructured itself and developed a tiered approach for civil society monitoring of SDG implementation at national, regional, and country levels.
2. PIANGO created an "SDG Process Barometer" diagnostic tool to assess inclusiveness and participation in SDG processes and support effective civil society participation.
3. Initial trials of the barometer found varying levels of SDG implementation progress and engagement across Micronesian countries, identifying
Climate change impact in coastal areas of the Rio de la Plata River, Actions ...IIED
This document summarizes the key findings of a project studying climate change impacts in coastal areas of the Rio de la Plata River. The project used a participatory approach, training local stakeholders to identify vulnerable areas and understand risk perception. Modeling found housing damage costs could increase by 20-33% due to climate change. The study also identified institutional barriers to adaptation, including a lack of integration between climate and development planning, limited technical capacity, and tensions between scientific and local information needs. However, opportunities exist to address these barriers through community involvement, improved urban planning, and raising awareness among decision-makers.
Bruce Robertson, Assistant Auditor-General – Local Government, Office of the
Auditor-General
The 2015 LTPs and the associated consultation documents were a repackaging of the requirements around long-term planning. Bruce will discuss what he and others in the Audit Office have
The document discusses new concepts in urban planning, specifically strategic planning versus master planning. It notes that strategic planning takes a more participatory approach that involves stakeholders and improves commitment levels compared to statutory master planning. However, strategic planning still requires a strong legal framework and institutional support to achieve its goals. The document also provides an example of strategic planning in Kumasi, Ghana, where it has prioritized infrastructure investment through budget allocation but still faces challenges of lack of integration among departments.
This document discusses challenges and approaches for urban and territorial governance. It notes that the local level is impacted by global dynamics like migration, trade, and climate change. This requires fit-for-purpose institutional frameworks, an understanding of power dynamics, and effective multilevel governance. Integrated approaches are needed to address disparities by understanding rural-urban interconnectivity. Strong multi-actor cooperation is important for regional development and territorial cohesion through improved integrated planning. The document asks how development partners can adapt to these complex challenges and what common actions the network can take.
This document discusses economic development opportunities and challenges in Groton, Connecticut. It outlines learning objectives around land use policy, regulatory audits, and obtaining funding for planning. It then provides an overview of Groton's demographics, major employers, and attractions. Issues facing Groton include loss of tax revenue and an unfriendly business environment. The document recommends conducting a regulatory audit and market analysis to identify opportunities for targeted industry, redevelopment areas, and regulatory reforms. Next steps include implementing the market analysis, beginning regulatory revisions, and building community support.
Brian Dabson's Discussion of Planning for a More Resilient Future: A Guide to...nado-web
Brian Dabson, Institute of Public Policy, Harry S Truman School of Public Affairs, University of Missouri, Presentation on Planning for a More Resilient Future Publication.
Title: Understanding the Bicycle Project Planning and Implementation Process
Track: Connect
Format: 90 minute panel
Abstract: This session focuses on the different approaches cities are taking with their bicycle projects and programs, with a focus on how to improve decision making and project/program delivery.
Presenters:
Presenter: Johann Weber Georgia Tech
Co-Presenter: Darren Flusche League of American Bicyclists & Advocacy Advance
Co-Presenter: Joshuah Mello Alta Planning + Design
Co-Presenter: Byron Rushing Atlanta Regional Commission
The document summarizes an agenda for a Citizen Planning Academy held by the City of Elk Grove to educate residents about the city's general plan update process. The agenda covers an introduction to general plans, key issues to address in the update, balancing future goals for growth, and how residents can get involved. Residents participated in activities to learn about planning terms and issues and provide input to help shape the updated general plan.
The document discusses the fundamentals of comprehensive urban planning. It defines a comprehensive plan as an official statement that sets forth goals, analyzes existing conditions, and outlines policies to implement a vision for a community's future development over 20 years. Key elements of a comprehensive plan include land use, transportation, housing, economic development, community facilities, natural hazards, and agriculture. The plan provides guidance for public and private decisions to achieve a coordinated development pattern.
This webinar is a primer on how to get involved in key Houston-area flood-mitigation efforts. It provides an overview of the funding involved, methods of public commenting, and an introduction to current concerns in area communities most vulnerable to flooding.
Watch the webinar at: https://texaslivingwaters.org/deeper-dive/a-seat-at-the-table-how-to-engage-in-houston-area-flood-mitigation/
Speakers include:
Dr. Earthea Nance, Associate Professor, Texas Southern University
Danielle Goshen, Water Policy & Outreach Specialist, Galveston Bay Foundation
Amy Reed, Staff Attorney, Environmental Law Institute
Stephanie Oehler, Public Interest Law Fellow, Environmental Law Institute
Jordan Macha, Executive Director, Bayou City Waterkeeper
Amanda Fuller, Director, Texas Coast & Water Program, National Wildlife Federation
The workshop is the first of an intended series of conversations on how area residents can better participate in key processes that will shape their neighborhoods' futures. If you'd like more information on future events contact us at info@texaslivingwaters.org.
This event was hosted online on Aug 5, 2020 by the National Wildlife Federation, Sierra Club (Lone Star Chapter), Bayou City Waterkeeper, and Galveston Bay Foundation.
Learning Lab: Brownfields Redevelopment to Support Growing and Diversified Ec...nado-web
Brownfields offer tremendous potential and opportunities that include improving quality of life, the environment, and a future that is prosperous and sustainable for communities. Learn how key partners, various resources, and funding sources are leveraged throughout the brownfields process to realize successful redevelopment and hear what it takes to assemble all the components to enhance communities with new housing, food establishments, and other build outs.
-Ignacio Dayrit, Program Director, Center for Creative Land Recycling (TAB), Berkeley, CA
-Blase Leven, Director, KSU Technical Assistance to Brownfields (TAB), Manhattan, KS
-Sean Vroom, Director, NJIT Technical Assistance to Brownfields (TAB), Newark, NJ
TDOT 25-Year Long-Range Transportation Policy Plan: Public Involvement ProcessRPO America
During the 2016 National Regional Transportation Conference, Stacy Morrison and Jonathan Russell shared a presentation on the Tennessee DOT's long-range transportation policy plan and the extensive public involvement process that went into developing it.
Smart growth aims to create thriving communities without harming the environment by considering social, economic, and environmental impacts of growth. Land use planners guide development according to smart growth principles by reviewing proposals, providing information to officials and communities, and ensuring plans consider impacts on the community. The career requires a bachelor's degree in planning or related field, consideration of GIS and computer skills, and an understanding of government processes.
Strategic planning and the duty to co-operate (March 2014) PAS_Team
The document discusses strategic planning and the duty to cooperate between local authorities. It emphasizes that strategic planning should address issues that cross local boundaries, like housing, infrastructure, and the environment. The duty to cooperate requires councils to actively engage with neighboring authorities and other groups to coordinate plans. Evidence of cooperation may include joint frameworks, plans, evidence bases, and statements of common ground. Strategic plans benefit from involvement of groups like Local Enterprise Partnerships, which influence economic development, and Local Nature Partnerships, which address environmental challenges. Effective cooperation depends on locally-driven priorities, transparency, and leaders willing to jointly address difficult issues.
Plan 2040 Online Public Meeting #1: Vision and GoalsARC
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Good morning and welcome back to Energy Source, coming to you from New York, where the city swelters in its first heatwave of the season.
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Randy Imler, Catawba Regional Council of Governments
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2. CONNECT Bi-State Area
States (2) NC, SC
Major Watersheds (3)
Counties (14)
Cities & Towns (120)
Councils of Governments (3)
Geography (+/- 7,100 sq. mi.)
Parcels (1,127,134)
3. Growth Forecast (2050)
Population Growth by County, 2010 - 2050
CONNECT Area
Population:
2,431,600 (2010)
4,241,000 (2050)
South Carolina
CONNECT Area:
16% of Population
~1/3 of land mass
4. CONNECT: Outgrowth of Bi-state Area
Values and Visioning Work
4
• Funded by a $4.9 million HUD Sustainability Grant
• Centralina COG (NC) – Applicant
• Catawba Regional COG (SC) – Lead Partner
• 100+ participating jurisdictions, non-profits,
educational institutions, and private sector entities
5. Seven Study Areas
5
• Land Use Scenario Planning = “Blueprinting” – 1/3 total project
budget
• Pilot Projects, Plans, & Assessments for:
• Economic Development
• Energy
• Air Quality
• Food Systems
• Public Health
• Housing
6. 6
Extensive Public Outreach
& Engagement
• Reality Check Exercise – 500+ participants
• Multiple Community Growth Workshops, Surveys, and Focus
Groups in all Counties – 5,000+ participants; excellent
geographic and demographic diversity represented
• Project Organization: Workgroups, Program, Policy Forums
14. Public Facilities & Services
Demand for Water Service
The demand for water service would
increase significantly under current
growth plans…
…and so would reliance on small
wells to serve rural development.
Delta:176.48 MGD
2010 2050
239.67
MGD#
416.15
MGD
# = theoretical existing condition
15. Public Facilities & Services
Demand for Sewer Service
The demand for sewer service would
increase significantly under current
growth plans…
…and so would reliance on septic
systems to serve rural development.
2010 2050
205.34
MGD#
356.43
MGD
Delta: 151.08 MGD
# = theoretical existing condition
17. ATF: Ground Rules
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• This is a local (i.e. county-level), voluntary, bottoms-up
approach to developing a regional blueprint for growth
• Establish communication and engagement protocols
• Avoid politically charged verbiage
• Communicate proactively at multiple levels and throughout
the project – “Neutral Branding”
• It’s OK to agree to disagree
• Focus in different directions as appropriate and needed by
each county and region
18. ATF: Lessons Learned
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• Leverage similarities and common problems
• Differences can be opportunities too (iron sharpens iron)
• Voluntary participation minimizes ‘big brother’ risk
• Don’t try to boil the ocean
• It’s ok to opt out of a part, and still contribute elsewhere
• Gut checks with Executive Committees and Boards are good
• Social opportunities for COG Boards to mix can be positive
• Professional public relations/outreach assistance can be helpful
• Project leaders need to be able to work well together
19. ATF: Persistent Challenges
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• Respect of differences in geography, political climate, and
governance is difficult to keep top of mind
• It remains difficult to engage the private sector in something as
squishy as long-range planning
• Public engagement is intentional, but the same folks usually
show up/respond which could skew results
• Intentional outreach to under-represented groups is vital, but
outreach and feedback has to be objective, fair, and balanced
20. Summary
20
• Both Catawba COG and Centralina COG are using outcomes of
CONNECT for the benefit of the Bi-state area
• Public engagement continues even after the grant-funded
portion ended
• The dominant issues haven’t gone away
• Data goes a long way in helping to present problems and
solutions
• Organizations and people who intentionally talk with each
other are more likely to find solutions to common problems