Public Engagement Made Easy

This book offers practical and affordable methods for involving the public in planning. The tools and techniques in this book will empower planners, public managers, and decision-makers to implement effective public engagement programs that build trust within communities and contribute to successful, long-lasting decisions. Local leaders don’t need to become professional facilitators or hire expensive consultants to run a great meeting. Public Engagement Made Easy offers practical and affordable methods that bring ease to one of the most challenging aspects of any local leader’s role: involving the public. The tools and techniques in this book will empower planners, public managers, decision-makers, and other leaders to implement effective public engagement programs that build trust within communities and contribute to successful decisions that stand the test of time.