rfsc & national urban policy: a view from the czech republic

RFSC Conference 2013

Parallel sessions:

Cooperation and exchange for integrated Cooperation and exchange for integrated urban development

Mr. Jiri Markl

How can RFSC contribute to national urban policies?

� RFSC is not only web tool

� A broader framework

� Using the tool(s) that fit your needs most

� Communication among all levels (EU, national, regional,

local)

� Informal dialog

� Learn from each other, exchange experiences

How can RFSC contribute to national urban policies?

� Based on the RFSC functions, the Czech cities use it for:

� Better coordination / communication among the � Better coordination / communication among the

departments in city administration and cities´ partners and

citizens

� Transparent decision-making process of preparing

strategies or projects

� Better and more sustainable results

� Influence in credibility

How can RFSC contribute to national urban policies?

� Based on the Czech situation:

� Support the preparation of new EU programming period

� Considering functional region (city and its hinterland)� Considering functional region (city and its hinterland)

� Check integrated strategies as a basis for using the European funds

How can RFSC contribute to national urban policies?

� Other benefits for you:

� Fostering integrated thinking and actions

� Strengthening cooperation between national and

regional/municipal level to be partnersregional/municipal level to be partners

� Capacity building

� Knowledge and experiences

�European cities´ approach to strategic planning

�Closer cooperation with other cities in country

Thank you for your attention.

jiri.markl@mmr.cz