This handbook is an extension of the Training of Elected Leadership series. It reflects a continuation of style and design ideas, but focuses on a particular thematic role confronting local councillors - providing leadership in the resolution of conflicts between economic and physical development, and the natural environment.
The handbook offers a consistent set of strategies for sustainable development: gaining awareness and creating visions; partners and coalitions; assessing risks; determining options and consequences; mobilizing resources; and achieving and sustaining results. The handbooks is comprised of an essay and a series of workshop components, including a wide variety of case studies.