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Open Space staff report strong response to master plan RFP; consultants to present engagement approach
Summary
Staff told the commission they received many proposals for the open-space master plan RFP, extended the review deadline slightly and expect to have consultants present proposals that describe public-engagement approaches and potential commissioner involvement.
Open Space staff updated the commission on the master-plan consultant request for proposals, saying the department received a robust response and has extended the internal review deadline briefly. The RFP asks proposers to explain how they would run public engagement and the master-plan process; staff said shortlisted consultants will present to the commission as part of selection and that commissioners may be asked to serve on focus groups.
Commissioners asked what criteria and filters (for example connectivity, accessibility and diversity of recreation) the commission should use to evaluate proposals; staff said consultants will be asked to develop approaches and that the consultant presentations will provide an opportunity to ask those questions.
Staff said the project timeline has public-engagement milestones built in and noted that the final consultant selection and public outreach will occur ahead of master-plan drafting so the commission can provide ongoing input.
