Artigo científico n.110xx

PLANNING DEFINED:
“Planning” means the scientific, aesthetic, and orderly disposition of land, resources, facilities and services with a view to securing the physical, economic and social efficiency, health and well-being of urban and rural communities.
Responsible planning has always been vital to the sustainability of safe, healthy, and secure urban environments. Jamaica’s population is growing and, with more people migrating from rural to urban areas, the planning profession must increasingly deal with urbanization issues, such as: * Conversion of land from natural habitats to urban built areas, * Maintenance and use of natural resources and habitats, * Development of transportation related infrastructure, * Ensuring environmental protection.
Not only do planners deal with land use, but also: * Planning social and community services, * Managing cultural and heritage resources, * Creating economic capacity in local communities, * Addressing transportation and infrastructure, * Work internationally.
Research
Planners measure and analyze statistical information for its implication. They examine actions to understand their intended–and real–effect.
Integration
Planners integrate the goals of sustainable development, good government and economic viability when evaluating proposals and strategies. They may work for the public or the private sector, but ultimately their work becomes part of or a catalyst to public policy. Planners’ work balances various private interests with the public interest and identifies viable, workable options.
Process
Planners employ diverse and thorough consultations as part of their research to ensure that as many voices as possible are heard and considered during the planning process.
Results
The implementation of any plan, however well thought out, involves changes, and change does not always come easily. Planners strive to develop clear plans for action and implement ongoing evaluations of