Engaging the Underserved Community – Thursday, October 19, 2017

Engaging the Underserved Community
2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Coquina G

Working in traditionally underserved communities is often articulated as a priority for local governments. However, projects can only bring real-life benefits when you directly reach out to the community. Our panel will discuss how to effectively engage the underserved community to get direction and productive results. We will explore ways to deal with negativity, achieve support, implement effective methods and programs, and learn from experience. Participants will walk away with a “real talk” understanding of how to include and engage the underserved communities.

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Moderator: Ken Thomas, MPA, Director of Housing & Redevelopment, City of Leesburg

Panelists: James Benderson, Executive Director, Town of Eatonville CRA; Dr. Julian Chambliss, Professor of History, Rollins College; Scott Evans, AICP, Executive Director, City of Riviera Beach CRA; Greg Jackson, Attorney and General Counsel, Town of Eatonville CRA; and Belinda Williams-Collins, AICP, Senior Planner, City of Deland