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Work session on notice and communication related to land use issues
PURPOSE: The Board is asked to consider the information in the report regarding existing communications and possible new efforts to enhance outreach to citizens.
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DEPARTMENT: Planning
CONTACT INFORMATION: Marty Roupe, 918-7333
INFORMATION: The topic of communications between the Board, staff, applicants, and citizens arises from time to time with respect to land use issues. Occasionally, staff is commended for communication efforts and applicants and citizens alike note that they feel well informed about a given topic or a project's application. Other times, however, staff and the Board hear from citizens and applicants that changes should be made to increase and enhance communication options. This agenda item provides a summary of existing efforts and established protocols related to communication about land use related matters. It also outlines possible additional efforts and enhancements that staff has been considering.
FISCAL & STAFF IMPACT: No impacts identified with considering the report
RECOMMENDATION:r Town staff requests that the Board consider the information and, if necessary, direct staff on possible changes or enhancements to communication efforts.