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3. OPTIONAL MASTER PLANNING PROCESS: Because Lions Park is a community park and the center of Hugo's downtown, all Hugo residents could be invited to participate in the master planning process. The master plan would show what Lions Park would ultimately be. A master plan would assist the Parks Commission in guiding future development to ensure efficient use of public funds and that the needs of Hugo residents continue to be met in the future. Phase 1: Gather Base Information This phase includes gathering sufficient background information to master plan the park. Staff would summarize applicable resources, develop maps, and inventory the existing park to use in starting the planning process. Resources: ■ Parks, Trails, and Open Space Plan ■ 2010 Parks & Recreation Citizen Survey ■ Aerial Photos ■ Comprehensive Land Use Plan Downtown Plan Phase 2: Gather Public Input Workshops could be held to gather input from the residents of Hugo. All residents would be encouraged to participate. Feedback would be sought from community groups such as the Lions Club, Hugo Community Food Shelf, White Bear Lake School District and Hugo Business Association. Workshop #1: Residents and workshop participants would be surveyed regarding what they envision Lions Park to look like, how it shall be used, and what park features shall be present. Online Survey: Residents could have the opportunity to give their feedback on what they see for the future of Lions Park through an online survey. A survey would be created and open for public feedback for 30 days. Residents would be encouraged to participate in the survey though the Citizen, on the City's website, and City of Hugo, MN facebook page. Workshop #2: Results of the resident surveys conducted would be presented. Options for site plans, which include features discussed in the surveys and background information about Lions Park would also be presented. Small group discussions could be held on park amenities, site plan, and future uses.