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City of Elk River Comprehensive Plan 4, will include a discussion of the concepts and patterns depicted by each alternative, their "fit" with the vision elements that were identified by the community, and broad based policy implications that are implied by each alternative. Task 6—Define how Elk River will look and function This task determines which of the development alternatives or blend of the development alternatives best fits Elk River and the vision that has been articulated by the community's residents. Typical elements of this task include: • Setting the method of evaluation for the selection of appropriate options and policy directions. • Conduct public meetings to present future growth alternatives and to seek public comment. • Review public input and identify a preferred future growth alternative. Task 7—Prepare the plan The Comprehensive Plan is more than the compilation of the planning process. The Plan becomes the instruction manual. The process creates a vision of what can happen;the Plan provides the guidance needed to get there. • A draft plan is assembled for review by the City. HKGi will create a practical and user-friendly document that includes: • Introduction and purpose • Description of trends and forces that shape the future • Vision statement • Specific plan elements with goals, policies, plans, maps and supporting text • Implementation strategies The public has participated throughout the process and must be part of the conclusion. We have found that it is effective to present plan at an open house prior to conducting the formal public hearing. Task 8—Implement the plan There are three aspects of implementing the Comprehensive Plan:using the Plan, follow-up activities,and periodic review. A successful Comprehensive Plan is one that is used. The Plan should be a tool that receives constant reference,not a document that sits on the shelf. • The planning process frequently leads to other actions following on issues addressed in the Plan. Zoning ordinances and land use controls are updated to ©Hoisington Kocgler Group,Inc Page 8