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r <br /> L -.�„I <br /> Roundtables, Key Stakeholder Interviews Virtual Community Kick-off Event <br /> & Small Focus group Discussions On October 28,2020,a virtual Community Kick-off <br /> Roundtables,focus groups,and key stakeholder interviews event was hosted.The event introduced attendees to the <br /> provided an opportunity for smaller groups or key indi- Comprehensive Plan,providing a brief overview of the <br /> viduals to engage with the planning process in a conver- planning process and initial existing conditions research. <br /> sational setting.The main goal of the focus group and The Event also included a facilitated panel discussion <br /> interview formats was to bring out nuanced information between three members of the CPAC.The discussion <br /> on a topic in finer detail from specific perspectives.The revolved around key issues and opportunities identified to <br /> discussion structure of the focus groups allowed for insight be addressed in the Comprehensive Plan. <br /> to be gleaned that may not be in a larger workshop setting. <br /> A total of 10 key stakeholder interviews were conducted as <br /> part of the outreach process.Additionally,31 individuals <br /> participated in focus group meetings,including: <br /> • Elected/Appointed Officials Roundtable <br /> • Department Heads Workshop <br /> • Comprehensive Plan Advisory Committee(CPAC) <br /> Workshops <br /> Business Workshop <br /> On September 9,2020,a virtual Business Workshop was <br /> hosted.Six participants composed of Elk River business <br /> owners and managers attended this virtual meeting to <br /> share their input on important topics related to the busi- <br /> ness community in Elk River.Discussion during the event <br /> focused on the current business climate in Elk River in <br /> addition to conducting,attracting,and supporting busi- <br /> nesses in the City. <br /> 22 Community Context Elk River Comprehensive Plan <br /> DRAFT FOR REVIEW ONLY <br />