
CPC Library

We believe planning works best when it starts with people: their voices, stories, and histories. We’ve put together a set of free one-page guides to share what we’ve learned along the way. These resources highlight how we build relationships, why honoring history matters, and simple ways to remove barriers so more people can be part of the process. We hope these tools inspire you to center community in everything you do.
Community Engagement Philosophy
For us, engagement is about relationships, not checklists. This resource shares how we listen first, build trust, and walk alongside communities to create lasting change.

Why History Matters in Planning
Every place has a story. This resource explains why honoring the past matters for building pride, trust, and better futures.

Top 5 Engagement Barriers & How to Overcome Them
We’ve all seen what gets in the way of true participation. Here are five common barriers and simple ways to move past them, so more voices can be heard.
We’ll keep adding new resources, so check back often!