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Code of conduct for planning commissioners and zoning board of appeals members

Published on November 7, 2019
Use of a code of conduct/oath of office is recommended for planning commissioner and zoning board of appeals members. It helps underscore a person’s role, expected behavior, and differences between elected officials and members of administrative bodies.
Preparation, deliberation and documentation are key to effective government meetings

Published on November 6, 2019
Public planning and zoning meetings go better when each member actively engages in preparation, deliberation, and documentation. These activities occur before the meeting starts and continue for the duration of the meeting.
Not all public participation events are charrettes

Published on November 6, 2019
Charrette is a very specific type of public involvement system for design and planning projects. Do not be fooled by people calling every public participation event a charrette.
4-H Guiding Principles: Youth are actively engaged in their own development

Published on October 22, 2019
Explore how to implement the third 4-H Guiding Principle in 4-H clubs and communities.
Using rotating flip charts as a facilitative tool

Published on October 16, 2019
Rotating flip charts are a facilitation tool that allows everyone a chance to speak on every issue.
Is civics education sinking in?

Published on October 11, 2019
Hands-on settings can enhance civic education for American youth.
Ensuring public participation in meetings takes work and organization

Published on October 8, 2019
Meaningful public participation requires some very basic communication skills. Remember the key components of planning effective meetings.
Beyond brainstorming!

Published on August 26, 2019
Facilitation tips to increase youth voice in decision-making.
More than projects at the county fair

Published on August 13, 2019
Look for opportunities to increase youth leadership at your local fair.
It’s more than serving – it’s learning

Published on August 6, 2019
Service learning is more than volunteering to help your community or community service, it’s a high level of sustainable community investment every youth could be engaged in.