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3. DEVELOPMENT GUIDELINES: Public Workshops were held on September 27 and October 18, 2011. The Lions Park Master Plan Development Guidelines outline the goals and possible implementation established by residents in the public planning process. The following are listed as goals for the development of Lions Park: Ensure that Lions Park is safe and functional. 2: Emphasize Hugo's country charm and character through design of Lions Park. 3: Offer unique recreation facilities and attractions to support a variety of ages, interests and seasons, fitting a community park. 4: Build community spirit. At their meeting of November 9, 2011, the Parks Commission discussed the Lions Park Master Plan Development Guidelines and agreed that the development guidelines outlined key goals and concepts. The City Council approved guidelines at their meeting of November 21, 2011. 4. OPTIONS: The Parks Commission has discussed putting together conceptual drawings of the development of Lions Park. The Parks Commission could take the following steps to put together concept drawings:. Determine the scope of improvements and prepare preliminary designs for next phases: a. Park shelter? b. Parking lot? c. Stormwater? d. Other? 2. Determine cost estimates for phase 1 3. Determine revenue sources: city, Lions Club, Wilson Tool, other donors, grants, etc. The Parks Commission could choose to hold evening public meetings, hold workshops at the Parks Commission, or put together a sub -committee. The Parks Commission could also choose to involve a consultant to assist with the drawings through a RFP (request for proposals). Consultants would submit written proposals which the Parks Commission could evaluate. The proposals would include information on their services for planning and drawing, meeting participation, types and number of drawings, and the associated costs. Instead of hearing proposals, the Parks -2- Lions Park Planning March 14, 2012