Catalog

Planning and Placemaking: Why Bother to Plan?

When: October 13, 2010 

Why is good planning important to the future of the St. Louis region? This session will illustrate the impact of planning and zoning decisions made at the municipal and county levels. It will demonstrate the importance of creating a sense of place and will discuss the role of commissioners, elected officials, and citizens working together to realize their shared vision.

The Trainer

Louis Colombo, director of Colombo & Associates. Formerly lead staff for Albuquerque, N.M., City Council. Holds a PhD in Planning from the University of Michigan.

Developing a Comprehensive Plan

When: October 20, 2010

Learn about the major components of the planning and zoning process that are recognized by state statutes and comprehensive master plan and zoning ordinances. Understand the comprehensive planning process, the commission's responsibilities, and how they vary from city to city. Learn about the inclusion of historic and other types of special districts.

The Trainer

J. Wayne Oldroyd, AICP, director of community development, City of Maryland Heights, MO. Holds a Degree in Architecture from The Catholic University of America.

Implementing a Comprehensive Plan

When: October 27, 2010

Discover how a county, village, or municipality can use a comprehensive plan as a tool to manage and guide all growth in the community, and how the plan is used with the zoning and other ordinances to create the community that was envisioned in the development of the plan.

The Trainer

J. Wayne Oldroyd, AICP, director of community development, City of Maryland Heights, MO. Holds a degree in Architecture from The Catholic University of America.

Rosalind Williams, director of planning and development, City of Ferguson, MO. Holds an MA in Urban Planning from the University of Washington.

Kara Lubischer, community development specialist, University of Missouri–Extension, formerly planning staff for St. Louis County Government. Holds an MA in Urban Planning, Design and Development from Cleveland State University.

Zoning

When: November 3, 2010

Review the basics of zoning structure, format, and process. Learn about updating your codes, drafting effective and unified zoning codes, the plan/code relationship, and administering exceptions. Address topics including code regulation of commercial and residential development, protecting the environment, and governmental roles in zoning.

The Trainer

Paul Langdon, AICP, director of planning, City of Creve Coeur, MO. Holds an MA in Environmental Planning from Arizona State University.

Legal Aspects of Planning and Zoning

When: November 10, 2010

Learn about legal aspects of planning and zoning. Gain insight on adoption and use of planning and zoning tools, the scope of and limitations on regulatory authority, and the procedures involved in zoning reviews, appeals, and public hearings.

The Trainer

Dan Vogel, founding shareholder, Cunningham, Vogel & Rost, PC. Practices law in land use, telecommunications and general municipal issues.

Ethics and Effective Public Hearings

When: November 17, 2010

Address ethical considerations in the duties of commissioners and staff including conflicts of interest and responsibility to the community and petitioners. Learn about the appropriate role and conduct of commissioners, staff, and attorneys in maintaining objectivity and decorum in public hearings and meetings. Discuss fact-finding and conflict resolution.

The Trainer

Ted Shekell, AICP, director of planning, zoning and building, City of O’Fallon, Ill. Holds an MA in Urban Planning from the University of Virginia.