Notes

Community decision-making models need to be:

• Nimble
• Responsive
  
• Representative
• Holistic
• Open
• Committed
• Collaborative
• Local
• Well-defined scope, focus
• Accountable
• Persuasive
• Equitable & fair
  
• Passionate
• Delineated roles & responsibilities
• Be governed by clear policy & rules
• Sustainable
• Resources for implementation
• Reflective
• Pro-active
• Led by a unifying community vision and guiding principles
  
• Reactive to residents and stakeholders
• Balance
• Mindfulness
• Clear decision-making
• Supported by local government and representing organizations
• Rigorous model for performance management and measurement
  
• Positive
• Solution focused
• Public & defended process