Planning has been described as a game in which
each player’s actions affect the others, each having specific
resources and influences over decisions. As a participant in the
planning game, Dunbar/Jones serves as a player and manager, guiding
the play of the game and fostering involvement by all players.
Dunbar/Jones walks a fine line between advocacy
for client desires and neutrality towards overall community
benefit. During the planning process, thorough observation and
evaluation of participant abilities, concerns, actions, and
associations creates an understanding that brings credibility and
authority to the decision-making process.
Dunbar/Jones brings proficiency and reliability
to the decision-making field with extensive experience in the
practice of:
- Public Participation Facilitation
- Land Use Planning
- Master Planning
- Urban Design
- Community Parks and Recreation Planning
- Campus Planning
- Landscape Architecture

With this knowledge and experience,
Dunbar/Jones provides a professional link between the needs of the
client and the community with responsible decision-making during the
planning process.