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Aligning local & regional plans
In addition to regional planning, the Council assists communities in meeting state requirements as they plan for the future. The Council provides information and assistance to coordinate their comprehensive plans with regional transportation, wastewater and park systems and other regional policies.
Council staff:
Coordinate review of local comprehensive land use plans and environmental documents.
Offer cities assistance for implementing local plans and programs, and help in resolving issues.
Provide professional planning and technical assistance
The Council provides a wide range of resources to support communities, including staff expertise, handbooks, workshops, and more.
Community planning resources