The Commissioner provides planning commissioners, planning and zoning board members, and other appointed and elected officials with practical features and tips. This quarterly publication is an invaluable training resource that will help you make critical decisions in the best interest of your community.
Feature Articles
In-depth reportage on topics that affect the day-to-day work of commissioners.
Commission Profiles
What works and what doesn't for planning commissions
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Commissioner's Voice
Commissioners' perspectives on the issues that affect their work. Make your voice heard in The Commissioner. Read featured columnists from past issues here.
Briefings on Planning Law
Real-world scenarios and easy-to-read explanations of planning law.
Tools and Techniques
Guides to clarify technical concepts and innovative practices.
Guest Columns
Commissioners' perspectives on the issues that affect
their work.
Planning History
Landmarks in planning history and their effects on planning today.
Resource Finder
Recommended articles, books, and other resources.
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