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44\--- Review of Scope of Services • Washburn and Associates ity of Elk River March 22, 1999 The intent of this proposal is to provide a brief outline of services, costs and timeline for the pre-design process of Elk River's downtown redevelopment plan. This pre-design process, in which community members establish goals and objectives, is critical to the successful implementation of any comprehensive downtown design. Furthermore, community education creates informed and prepared volunteers, staff, and council members. This proposal does not seek to address all the issues that may arise in the visioning and planning process. However, four key elements are present. First,the promotional piece,which raises public awareness of downtown revitalization. Second,the visioning workshop, open to interested groups, where participants realize a shared vision of future of the downtown area. Third the workplan process,when individuals commit to specific tasks that support the goals and objectives created in the visioning workshop. And finally, the educational component, which provides volunteers and staff real life solutions for implementation as well as, education of basic the principals of design,promotion, and economic development. The challenge of this process is to create a workable structure with clear responsibilities for interested organizations and groups. Communities must address the mission of each group and create a place for them as the plan develops. In doing so,the design stands a better chance of survival and utilization. • The ultimate goal is an economically viable, attractive downtown district that serves the needs of those that use it. Elk River can reach that goal in truly creative and unique manner by utilizing the strengths, expertise and commitment of its own community members. Interested Organizations City of Elk River Elk River HRA Rivers Edge Chamber of Commerce Arts 2001 Area Schools Local Historical Society