Architect:

You have been contracted by the local government to oversee the development of a master plan. Your job is to provide guidance and knowledge to the group in regard to zoning and appropriate layout. Your priorities are accomplishing the tasks as quickly and efficiently as possible.

Board Member:

You are a board member of the local government. You are most interested in trying to please the majority of citizens (rather than a specific interest group). Your priorities are community growth and cohesiveness (unity) in the community. You are looking for a sound plan that would generate interest in your community.

Concerned Citizen:

You are a concerned parent of the community. You are willing to devote your time and knowledge to making sure that specific issues are addressed during the commission meetings. Your priorities would be focused on things such as health care, educational opportunities (schools and libraries), safety in traveling, as well as cultural and recreational activities. You are also concerned with fire and police protection.

Business Representative:

You are a future local business person. Your priorities include community growth, transportation routes, and ample space for commercial growth. You are also concerned about the competition. You will be cautious not to allow too many duplicate businesses to come in. You are also concerned with fire and police protection.

Concerned Citizen:

You are a concerned citizen of the community. You are willing to devote your time and knowledge to making sure that specific issues are addressed during the commission meetings. You are a member of a special interest group; that may be based on ethnicity, gender, age (as in senior citizens), or other groups such as the handicapped (you get to choose). You will also need to choose your priorities. (You may get ideas from your teammates or teacher.) You are also concerned with fire and police protection.