Sector Representatives and Planning/Technical Staff  

• Sector Representatives act as liaisons with governments, provide assistance in preparing plans, and help in resolving issues.
• Planning and technical staff assist communities in developing plans and special studies.

System Statements

The Council issues system statements to all metro-area communities, as required by state statute. These customized documents inform each community how it is affected by the Council's policy plans for transportation, aviation, water resources, regional parks and open space. 

• See system statements for all metro-area communities.

Local Planning Handbook

The Handbook supports communities in developing their comprehensive plans and guides the exchange of information with the Council. It describes the expected plan content, and Council review. The Local Planning Handbook is currently being reviewed and updated.

Comprehensive Plan materials

The Council assists communities by providing guidelines, forms and materials, such as

• Comp Plan Amendment Submittal Guide (pdf) 
• Comp Plan Amendment Submittal Form (MS Word)
• Comp Plan Amendment Administrative Review Guidelines (pdf)
• Guidelines for proposed MUSA changes (pdf)
• Flexible Residential Development Guidelines (pdf) 

Environmental Assessment Worksheet (EAW) and Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) Review  

The Council reviews EAWs & EISs in light of Council plans and policies, compatibility with adjacent jurisdictions, and to determine regional need for an EIS.  Contact your Sector Representative for information.