AGORA 2000

The AGORA 2000 project will define, specify and develop a networked, interactive and open AGORA Platform supporting regional/urban decision-makers in the territory planning process with monitored involvement of the citizens. The project is to provide a system which will (1) support the planning authorities by providing the means to present alternative solutions to a planning problem and quantitative parameters allowing for the comparison of them, and (2) support the public by providing a unified interface to all relevant planning information systems. Thus a planning decision will be explained and will invite comments from the public.

<p>The aim of the AGORA 2000 project is to develop innovative multimedia and integrated platforms and services designed to bridge the gap between citizens and regional/urban decision makers by creating an improved and easy-to-use on-line information access system, which will allow the participation to the regional/urban planning process. Indeed, democratic decision-making requires easy interaction between private citizens, elected representatives and those who are charged with advising, and implementing decisions. It is therefore vital that any planning process should leave space for discussion between the planners and both local authorities and the public. The project involves regional and urban decision makers from the following areas/ countries: Tuscany and Valle Maira (I), Aquitaine (F), Anatoli (EL), Valencia (E).</p>

• Consultation
• Information Provision
• Spatial planning