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CONTENT INCLUDES:
BUILDING THE PUBLIC MEETING FRAMEWORK – Strategies & Best
Practices for Creating and Holding the Space ~
SUPPORTING THE PUBLIC MEETING DIALOGUE – “Skills of
Amplification” to heighten Effective Communication & Collaboration ~
INCLUDES REAL-LIFE VIDEO EXERCISES & ROLE PLAYS
AND OPPORTUNITIES TO SHARE YOUR OWN IDEAS & EXPERTISE!
COST: $50
To register, call CDRC @ 607-273-9347 or email shepardson@cdrc.org
“I wish there was a way we could
increase positive and
constructive participation in our
municipal board meetings!”
“Shouldn’t local
government be about
supporting and
strengthening
community and not
tearing it down?”
“I’m getting tired
of there being
“winners” and
“losers.” I’m
ready for a more
collaborative and
collegial method
of doing
business!”
TCCOG, the TOWN
of ITHACA, the CITY
of ITHACA, and
PRESENT…
“Facilitating Effective Participation in the
Heated Public Meeting”
*A Training for Elected / Appointed Officials*
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 18TH, 11:30AM – 5:00PM
(Lunch Provided)
Old Jail Conference Room, 125 E. Court St.
OTHER PARTICIPANT QUOTES
“I will definitely communicate and listen differently with people.” – Board Member
“I definitely feel more prepared for future board meetings!” Board Member
“I will use rules and process more frequently now” – Board Member
“I plan on being more proactive and work to set up a firmer framework” - Supervisor
“This training needs to be presented to the U.S. Congress!” – Non-Profit E.D.
Training Content Summary: Public Meeting Framework: Tools and strategies for creating and
holding the meeting space with the objective of supporting safe, meaningful inclusion on one hand
and productive process on the other. Topics include: Democracy vs Republic; “Which is it?!” ;
Effective Use of Ground Rules, Guidelines, & Other Boundaries; The Unique & Shared Roles of the
Presiding Officer & Board Member; Creating a Hospitable Meeting Atmosphere; The Convening
Statement; The Organizational Meeting: Establishing Ongoing Parameters / Procedures; The Role of
Public Education & Awareness. Public Meeting Dialogue: Concepts and “Amplification Tools”
to expand the potential for improved communication, greater understanding, and more collaborative
problem solving. These skills will be explored in the context of Privilege of the Floor and the
Discussion / Deliberation of Resolutions. Topics include:
Understanding the Nature of Conflict
Appreciating Conflict in Public Process; What’s Really Going On
Amplification Tools to Prevent and/or Shift the Conflict Dynamic
o Focused Listening
o Reflective Feedback
o Strategic Summary
o Identifying / Offering-Back Decision Making Opportunities
About the Trainers
Don Barber, Chairperson of GTCMHIC Board of Directors and Supervisor, Town of Caroline was
the founding chair of the Tompkins County Council of Governments and long-time active member.
Among many involvements, Don has led the local government response to hydro-fracking and took
lead role in overseeing DOS grant to create a Health Insurance Consortium and then moving
through application process. Don is also president of NYMIR Board of Governors. In his spare
time, Don is the co-owner of RoseBarb Farm (a 65-acre organic farm which focuses on agri-
tourism) and founder and CEO, Sunny Brook Builders of Enfield, Inc., a living wage employer
building resident construction projects in Tompkins County.
Jeff Shepardson, CDRC Director of Training & Facilitation Services, has served CDRC as staff
member, mediator, facilitator and trainer since 2005, mediating and facilitating cases in a wide variety
of settings, including workplace, home, public forums, faith communities, nursing facilities, local
government, schools, and social service centers. Jeff provides Mediator, Facilitator & Conflict
Resolution Skill Trainings on a local, state and national level. As a veteran mediator-trainer and the
recipient of intensive and advanced trainings, Jeff holds a deep belief in the power of alternative
dispute resolution skills to transform conflict interaction. Jeff is a Fellow and certified mediator with
the Institute for the Study of Conflict Transformation (Dayton, OH), New York State Unified Court
System ADR Certified Trainer, Adjunct Trainer (Hofstra Law School / Cornell School of Industry &
Labor Relations) and holds degrees in Literature, Communications, and Theology.
Cost: $50/Participant
“Exactly what I
needed;
exceeded my
expectations!”
- Board
Member
“This is a very
needed training.” –
Village Mayor
“I have a public meeting coming up that will
be run differently based on what I learned
today.” -Municipal Supervisor