The Roles and Responsibilities of a Planning Commission
About the Program
Michigan State University Extension and the Livingston County Department of Planning are partnering to offer a special series for locally appointed and elected officials, government staff and interested residents.
Why Attend?
Local officials have a responsibility to plan their communities, manage the impacts of economic and social change and play a part in solving challenges their communities face. Local communities that proactively plan and accomplish their responsibilities can enhance the quality of life and overall resiliency of their own community and beyond. This program empowers local officials and staff with the tools, background and education they need to understand the role and many responsibilities of our important planning commissions.
Program Curriculum
The Instructor is Harmony Fierke-Gmazel, AICP of MSU Extension's Land Use Team.
In this program, attendees will:
- Learn the legal authority and limitations of your planning commission duties.
- Recognize the functions of a master plan & zoning ordinance and their relationship.
- Understand the role of each person at a Planning Commission meeting including how to run meetings and handle conflict.
- Strengthen ethical decision-making skills, apply standards to decision-making and know when to ask for help.
Persons who complete this program are invited to register for additional MSUE programs such as Citizen Planner, Zoning Administrator Certificate, Communicating Through Conflict and other intensive programs.
DATE & TIME: Thursday, Nov. 30, 2023, 6:30 to 8 p.m.
LOCATION: Genoa Township Hall, Board Room, 2911 Dorr Rd., Brighton MI 48116
COST: $25 per person. This includes printed materials and light refreshments.
Accommodations
Michigan State University is committed to providing equal opportunity for participation in all programs, services and activities. Accommodations for persons with disabilities may be requested by contacting the event contact two weeks prior to the start of the event. Requests received after this date will be honored whenever possible.