Planning commission weighs comprehensive‑plan RFP, EAW threshold and consultant scoring

Nov 20, 2025

City staff proposed an RFP to update Brainerd’s comprehensive plan focused on aligning codes and raising the residential threshold for mandatory Environmental Assessment Worksheets (EAW). Commissioners asked for clearer wording, an annotated progress summary and stronger scoring criteria. Staff will revise and return the RFP next month.

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City planning staff presented a request for proposals to update Brainerd’s comprehensive plan, emphasizing a high‑level review to align the plan with the zoning code and to raise the residential threshold that triggers a mandatory Environmental Assessment Worksheet (EAW).

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