Upcoming 2007 Workshops
Design Strategies for Mixed-Use Development
December 11 in North Smithfield
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Making Good Land-Use Decisions
November 29, December 6 & 13 in Cumberland (3-part program)
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For information about additional land-use programming, go to:
www.communityconnectionri.org
The Grow Smart RI Land-Use Training Collaborative
The information communities need to make smart decisions about growth
 The Grow Smart RI Land-Use Training Collaborative is an alliance of agencies and organizations that share a commitment to the principles of smart growth and sustainable community development. The partnering members believe that if we are to curb the sprawling development patterns that threaten
Rhode Island
’s open space, urban vitality and community character, municipal officials and staff must be fluent and comfortable with the principles and practices of sound land-use planning. At the same time, citizens must be equipped with the knowledge necessary to have a stronger voice in local decisions, and the development community must also be brought into local planning efforts.
Through the Collaborative, the members maximize their collective resources to develop, publicize and deliver workshops. The programs are designed to build the capacity of communities, regions and the state as a whole to adopt and implement land-use policies and practices that preserve individual community character and are equitable, environmentally sound and economically beneficial. By incorporating the input of groups representing different areas of expertise, the Collaborative ensures that the programs present a balanced, comprehensive approach to land-use issues.
The Land-Use Training Collaborative charges limited registration fees in order to make its programs affordable. The majority of program costs are covered by state government support and grants and contributions from foundations and corporations. Coalition partners help keep costs down by contributing staff time to program development and delivery, and experienced professionals in various fields volunteer their time as workshop presenters.
Grow Smart Rhode Island and the Collaborative members thank the funders for the 2007-2008 program year:
 
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