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• Specific Areas of Focus: • Consideration of the line items listed in the Park Plan Content letter dated May 29, 2003. (Note that Brauer & Associates will work with City staff to determine the type of community outreach that is needed to evaluate user needs, which could include a community survey. If deemed appropriate, Brauer & Associates can assist in selecting a survey research firm for the project.) • Evaluate current standards, classifications, and interrelationships between park units as currently used by the City. • Evaluate basis for each type of park and recreation component. • Evaluate recreational needs and trends associated with services currently provided by the City and local associations and service groups. • Identify demand for new recreation programs and services based on public input during the process and other research. • Review of existing plan, studies, surveys, natural resource mapping, etc. that interrelate with this planning effort and affect planning outcomes. Baseline Documents to be Considered in Plan Development: The following plans, reports, etc. have been initially identified for review and incorporation into the planning process: • 1992 Park and Trail System Plan • City's 2001 Comprehensive Plan • 20/20 Vision Plan • Handbook for Environmental Planning and Conservation Development • Greenway- Related Plans • Minnesota Land Cover Classification System and related natural resource inventory mapping /plans • Wild Land Urban Interface • Watershed District Regulations and Plans • Park Dedication Policy Plan Work Plan: The following outlines the anticipated work plan for this phase of the project. Anticipated meetings are • highlighted. • Focus group meeting with staff — to establish starting point and collect baseline data and information related to the existing system and other items listed above. • Field review of system, existing development patterns, open spaces, and related infrastructure to gain a first hand understanding of the current physical character of the community. • Review demographic information as provided by the City. • Meet with select stakeholder groups to solicit input about planning issues. This typically includes a workshop or two and interviews with special interest groups. • Undertake a public open house to solicit feedback from the public -at- large. • Meet with Park Board and Environmental Board to gain their perspective on planning issues (joint meeting recommended). • Meet with City Council in workshop setting to discuss findings (if deemed appropriate by staff). • Follow up on related planning issues based on findings to date. • Compile findings to date in preparation for Phase II work. End Product: • Summary of findings from the assessment and analysis phase. Qualifiers/Limitations: The scope of services provided under this work task relies on staff to work closely with the consultant, especially in the area of gathering baseline information about the system and interrelated planning issues. Client Responsibilities: • Ensuring that all background information has been collected and documented in a usable format for use in the project. • Coordinate all meetings and public involvement in the project. • Participate in process at all levels to ensure that Consultant time is effectively used. •