ABSTRACT
Within the last several decades, urban planning has experienced a number of revolutions, almost all of which have strengthened and professionalized the discipline. Some of these revolutions have revolved around the technology employed by planners, as computerized mapping capabilities in the form of geographic information systems are now found in most planning offices, and the volume and quality of data available to planners has increased exponentially. There has also been a major shift in the view towards community involvement, as quality public participation, collaboration by key stakeholders, and consensus building are emphasized more than ever.
