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This agenda item will most likely take up the bulk of the time allotted for the focus meeting simply because the issues and concerns brought-forth during this discussion will undoubtedly be the ones that will define the unique set of circumstances which are present in Lino Lakes. For a park system plan to be successful in Lino Lakes (or any other community), it is absolutely vital that these circumstances be addressed, understood, and reflected (as appropriate) in the final park system plan. Based on my current,and perhaps limited,knowledge of the community,I would foresee the following questions and discussion items to arise during the focus meeting: • what is the current population of Lino Lakes and what are the population trends? • what are the developmental trends within in the community and what type of development does the City encourage? • what are the socio-economic patterns and population demographics? • what is the general community background,such as when was it first settled, what type of industries are present, etc.? • what are the parks and recreation needs and demands that are present or perceived to exist within the community at this time? • what type of facilities are currently available,whether or not they are successful and where are the major problem areas? • how well does the park and recreation programs function given the current level of facilities available at this time? • what is the community's relationship with the County Park System and what opportunities are available in the future? • what is the relationship with the surrounding communities?How well does the joint programs with Circle Pines, Lexington, and Centerville function and what opportunities are available for the future? Should these communities also be involved in this study? • what level of involvement does the community,as a whole,want in the planning process? Is a new public survey justified? what other issues and concerns have arisen which will affect the park system plan? It is important to note that the answers to many of the questions will not come to light during the focus meeting but instead will be answered during the course of the planning process. As these questions become answered, their respective impact on the future of the park system in Lino Lakes can be ascertained and incorporated, as justified,in the park system planning document.As such, it is vital that these issues be discussed at the very out- set of the project in order to assure that the resultant park system plan is truly reflective of the unique characteristics of the City of Lino Lakes. AGENDA ITEM#3-KEY INDIVIDUALS,STAFF MEMBERS,COMMITTEES,AND ORGANIZATIONS WHO WILL BE DIRECTLY INVOLVED IN T13E PROJECT Discussion will focus on identifying the kcy individuals, staff members, committees, and organizations who will be the primary client contact(s) and client liaisons. On-going and effective communication is a key ingredient in assuring continuity in the progression of the planning process and assuring that all relevant issues are properly addressed and reflected in planning documentation.The roles of the individuals, staff members,committees,and organizations involved in the process must be clearly defined and understood whereby potential confusion and uncertainty can be avoided. AGENDA ITEM #4 - DEVELOPING A CLEAR AND CONCISE UNDERSTANDING OF THE SCOPE OF THE PROJECT Once we've had the opportunity to have a more in-depth discussion about park planning methodologies as well as developing a more concise understanding of the issues and concerns specific to Lino Lakes, it becomes much easier and more practical to define the exact scope of the project and how the community can best be served. Once the exact scope of the project is defined, the "best"approach can be determined and applied. The "typical approach," as defined in my previous letter, defines the approach which past studies have taken in some form �"� or fashion, depending on their particular circumstances and needs.