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majority of this work was completed after Mr. Unmacht left Scott County employment,the conversations began during his tenure with the County and Scott County's recent experience can serve as a valuable guide and resource for Washington County's initiative. Preparing an economic development assessment and strategic direction does not have to be complicated and confusing. In short, it is simply a deliberate and intentional engagement to understand where the County has been, where you are today and where you want to go in the future. The process and outcomes will be effective tools in four distinct ways: • Decision-Making—to assist you in making choices about the County • Leadership—to assist you in identifying and establishing strategies • Management—to operationalize your plans and accountabilities • Communication—to inform others about your plans and priorities There are many clear benefits to an assessment and planning process. A sample of them includes the following: • Strengthen relationships within the County • Provide a road map to get where you want to go • Improve ability to focus on most important priorities and issues • Provide direction on where to allocate limited resources Improve accountability and capacity to measure performance and outcomes • Coalesce staff around common goals and priorities • Create a common vision to enhance organizational effectiveness • Assist in defining roles and responsibilities • Communicate the important County priorities • Create partners and advocates with your stakeholders 3. Detail on How the Firm will Approach Each Activity in the Scope of Work The key to our organizational approach is the role of the project manager,Mr. Schertler who has the single-point of responsibility and accountability. Project managers have the responsibility of planning, executing and delivering all products and services requested in accordance with contract terms. As part of management responsibilities,the project manager oversees all work under the contract, provides input on every aspect of the project and coordinates the various study areas.As noted earlier,the project manager will meet and interact with representatives of the cities on a regular basis to discuss the project schedule and status of work and related issues. The team consists of three primary consultants(Tony Schertler, David Unmacht and Mikaela Huot) are conveniently located less than a few minutes from the participating cities and Washington County. This will ensure greater accessibility and will promote an incomparable ease in communication and scheduling flexibility. Summary biographies for all team members are included on the following pages. Additional detailed information on each is available upon request. S p r i n g s t e d Washington County,Minnesota. Proposal to Prepare an Economic Development Assessment for Washington County,Minnesota 101