How it works

Four clear steps from notice to record.

Whether you've heard a rumor or already received a notice, the path forward is the same.

  1. Understand

    Explanations of what's happening, in the words neighbors actually use.

  2. Document

    Save notices, take photos, jot down dates — in one place.

  3. Participate

    Ask better questions, write clearer letters, show up prepared.

  4. Remember

    Build a record future neighbors can pick up where you left off.

Plate · The four-step process

Why preserving history is its own step

Most civic tools focus on the moment of decision. We think the months and years afterwards matter just as much. Without a record, important details disappear.

Community history is the superpower this platform is built around.

Ready to pick your path?

The four paths on the home page line up with the four steps above.