Experts in communication techniques should also be involved to ensure this communication channel remains open and that the needs and wants of the community are considered. Communication experts will also be critical in ensuring th at technical information is communicated to non-technical audiences in a matter that is easily understood. It should work equally well for commercial spaceports. Finally, the host community should feel it still has control over its own destiny and isn't at the mercy of the facility's operators. This means that members of the host community should be given positions on any agency governing the operation of the fa cility.
Trust works best among equals.
An excellent example of the success of this type of approach is the case of the hazardous waste facility near Swan Hill Manitoba. In contrast to many communities, Swan Hill is very happy with its hazardous waste facility. Several factors appear to have influenced the outcome of the Swan Hill project. First, The town was asked if it wished to be considered as a site before the selection process begin. Next, risk communication experts made a presentation of the proposed facility geared towards a non-technical audience.