Horticulture and Forestry Advisory Board Agenda and Packet 2012 01 05

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All Participants The public is also accountable for the public involve- ment process and for the results it produces. All par- ties (including Council, advisory boards, staff, propo- nents, opponents and the public) are responsible for: • working within the process in a cooperative and civil manner; • focusing on real issues and not on furthering personal agendas; • balancing personal concerns with the needs of the community as a whole; • having realistic expectations; • participating openly, honestly and constructive- ly, offering ideas, suggestions and alternatives; • listening carefully and actively considering every- one's perspectives; • identifying their concerns and issues early in the process; • providing their names and contact information if they want direct feedback; • remembering that no single voice is more impor- tant than all others, and that there are diverse opinions to be considered; • making every effort to work within the project schedule and if this is not possible, discussing this with the proponent without delay; • recognizing that process schedules may be constrained by external factors such as limited funding, broader project schedules or legislative requirements; • accepting some responsibility for keeping them- selves aware of current issues, making others aware of project activities and soliciting their involvement and input; and • considering that the quality of the outcome and how that outcome is achieved are both impor- tant. Updated December 2011 This pamphlet is prepared pursuant to the Home Rule Charter of the City of Louisville. This is compilation of Articles 4 and 5 of the Charter of the City of Louisville and is available at all times in the City Clerk's Office, 749 Main Street, Louisville, Colorado, and on the City's web site at www.LouisvilleCO.gov. This pamplet is also provided to every member of a public body (board or commission) at that body's first meeting each year. -1 0-