Before I delve into other concentrations I'd like to start with a basic definition of what a planner is and what we do.
Random House defines city planning as:
"The activity or profession of determining the future physical arrangement and condition of a community, involving an appraisal of the present condition, a forecast of future requirements, a plan for the fulfillment of these requirements, and proposals for constructional, legal, and financial programs to implement the plan."
That is great definition. Planners are to take into consideration, not just of the physical environment, but also of the social, political and economic problems of the communities in which they work. Planners main goal is to bring together community residents, community leaders, political leaders, and other stakeholders, and get them talking. Planners should be concerned with assisting this group of people with bringing their issues to the surface and then finding solutions with them not for them. This would include values and interests that differ among not only the community members themselves, but the planner as well. Planning is a collaborative effort!
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