10. City Planning Commission Insights for Founders and Builders

📺 Watch the Video on Spotify & YouTube “You really, really learn to listen and take to heart how people feel, how passionate they are about any change that might be coming near Nonet Reese, longtime real estate leader and former Planning Commission chair whose 12-year tenure helped shape the changing face of Auburn. In this episode of Start a Conversation, Nonet shares powerful reflections on balancing community passion with progress, why leadership means serving the greater good, and how ambitious projects—from mixed-use neighborhoods to iconic hotels—move from blueprint to beloved local institution. With over 25 years of experience and deep involvement in city planning, she reveals behind-the-scenes insights into what it takes to guide growth while honoring the stories and voices that make a community feel like home. ## 5 Key Takeaways 1. Listen deeply to your community—every opinion shapes the future of where you live. 2. Take responsibility in every seat you serve; always put your city’s needs ahead of your own. 3. Embrace the challenge of growth—balance passionate opposition with the benefits of new projects for all. 4. Champion smart development; vibrant neighborhoods and better infrastructure begin with your input and support. 5. Trust the process and share your story—your unique perspective inspires collective progress and stronger connections. ## Memorable Quotes > *"You really learn to listen and take to heart how people feel, how passionate they are about any change that might be coming near where they call home."* > *"It's important to know that having someone have faith in you puts the responsibility in your hands to make sure you're always doing the best you can when you're in those seats."* > *"When you're in a position to approve projects that you know will be to the betterment of the city as a whole, and also allow the revenue for the city to continue the services you hold dear, it's important to know that your challenges always come from a place that people feel are most important—and you still listen."* ## Nonet Reese LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nonetparmerreese/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nonetparmerreese YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@threesixtyauburn ## Three Sixty Real Estate Website: https://concepttoclosing.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/concepttoclosing/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/threesixty.realestate.eal/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/three-sixty-development-sales-management/ Zillow: https://www.zillow.com/profile/ThreeSixtyRealEstate 🎙️🎙️🎙️ Podcast Production & Marketing by FullCast: https://fullcast.co Discover the best podcast services in the world at The Podosphere: https://www.thepodosphere.com/