The Role of the Citizen Planner

This module will explore how and why to have an updated comprehensive plan as well as the day-to-day mechanics of implementing the plan through subdivision reviews, zoning recommendations and even the capital improvement program. The module will also cover current trends in planning and how planning commissions interact with other boards such as the zoning commission, BZA and specialty boards like tree commissions and architectural review boards.

Details:
On-Demand
CM | 1.5

Speaker:
Steve Johns
Hamilton County Planning + Development
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Ethics in Planning

This module will focus on ethical principles as applied to planning commissions. It will explore common ethical dilemmas faced by planning commissions such as conflicts of interest and ex-parte contacts. It will also explore emerging issues of social justice related to planning and the work of planning commissions.

Details:
On-Demand
CM | 1.5 Ethics

Speaker:
Greg Dale, FAICP
McBride Dale Clarion
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Site Plan Review

This module is designed to help appointed boards and commissions effectively evaluate a site plan proposal by introducing them to the essential components of a proposed development. They will be introduced to the basic components of a plan drawing and learn how to effectively evaluate and make recommendations on a development plan.

Details:
On-Demand
CM | 1.5

Speaker:
Todd Kinskey, FAICP
City of Dayton Planning & Community Development
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Law and Planning

This module will focus on the role of the planning commissioner and how serving as a planning commissioner differs from roles on other planning and zoning boards.  It will explore current laws and case studies illustrating the decision-making authority and role of planning commissioners in Ohio.

Details:
On-Demand
CM | 1.5 Law

Speaker:
Sean Suder, Esq
ZoneCo
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