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Don’t Let Words Get in the Way of Successful Resilience Planning

Ryan Slattery, AICP, explains why planners need to listen closely, choose language carefully, and focus on shared priorities.

July 23, 2026

By Meghan Stromberg

Ryan Slattery, AICP, explains why planners need to listen closely, choose language carefully, and focus on shared priorities.

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