Informed Decisions

A Guide to Gathering Facts and Evidence

February 18, 2009
4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. EST

Good decisions are based on strong supporting facts and evidence. Learn to gather the facts efficiently on site visits, from staff reports, and through testimony. Find out when site visits are legal and advisable as well as how to effectively organize and document site visits. Knowledgeable presenters discuss what should be included in staff reports. Learn techniques to maximize the efficiency of hearing and recording public testimony. Staff must prepare legally sound reports, and you'll learn how.

Co-sponsored by the Lincoln Institute of Land Policy

Certification Maintenance
This audio/web conference has been approved for CM |1.0 credit.

Technical Requirements

How does an audio/web conference work?

Registration and Pricing
To attend only the live program, register for Option A.

To train staff members or commissioners who cannot attend the live program, order Option B and receive a CD-ROM of the conference. The CD-ROM contains:

• Audio recording synchronized with the PowerPoint presentation
• Transcript of the program
• Supplemental reading materials

The CD-ROM is mailed to you six to eight weeks after the program. The CD-ROM is Mac and PC compatible.

Program Price:

• Option A: $135
• Option B: $150

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Register for a Series and Save!

Register for the entire Officials Topical and Community-Wide Series and receive a discount. These series include:

• Creating Successful Meetings
• Informed Decisions: A Guide to Gathering Facts and Evidence
• Great Plans, Great Communities

Series Price after September 16, 2008:

All 3 Officials Topical and Community-Wide Programs, Option A: $400
All 3 Officials Topical and Community-Wide Programs, Option B: $490

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