Webinar Overview:
This webinar explores the use of citizen reference panels as a tool for inclusive and transparent decision-making in municipal asset management. As municipalities face increasing pressure to manage infrastructure sustainably and equitably, citizen reference panels offer a structured way to incorporate public values and priorities into long-term planning. Participants will gain insights into how these panels are formed, how they function, and the tangible benefits they bring to asset management strategies.
What You will Learn:
The webinar will cover four key areas of learning:
- The structure, purpose, and process of citizen reference panels.
- How to align community input with technical and financial constraints in asset management.
- Strategies for recruiting diverse and representative panel members.
- Methods for facilitating meaningful dialogue and consensus-building.
Who Should Attend:
- Municipal staff responsible for asset management or financial planning.
Benefits of Attending:
At the conclusion of the session, participants will:
- Gain a deeper understanding of participatory governance in infrastructure planning.
- Learn how to build trust through continuous engagement.
- Discover practical frameworks for integrating citizen input into technical planning processes.
- Identify the benefits and limitations of citizen reference panels.
About your Presenter:
Sherif Kinawy is as an Associate Director at Resultaat with over 15 years of experience in the infrastructure field. He holds a PhD in infrastructure and construction management with a focus on community engagement in infrastructure. Sherif has a specialization in asset management within the municipal sector, having assisted multiple municipalities across the province in developing asset management strategies and plans that comply with regulations like Ontario Regulation 588/17, IAM, and ISO55000 guidelines, all aimed at sustaining resilient communities. He is a proponent of using training and facilitation to enhance organizational capabilities, frequently employing consensus-building and scenario planning workshops to support asset owners. Sherif’s project portfolio spans transportation and transit; water, wastewater, and stormwater; utilities and energy; and parks and recreation.
