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ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL—JUNE 10, 2013 3 Community Development Director Hutmacher stated that the first task in the master planning process is the development of a public engagement plan. She explained that Kimley-Horn has drafted a Public Involvement Plan (PIP) which defines: the purpose of the PIP; roles and responsibilities of City staff, the JDA, Ramsey County, and City Council; the goals, objectives, and expected outcomes of the public involvement process; project stakeholders; public involvement techniques; project schedules; and the evaluation of public involvement techniques. Community Development Director Hutmacher explained that the Council previously reviewed this draft document at their May 28th Council meeting and provide input on the plan. The comments made at that meeting regarding public involvement were taken into consideration and were incorporated into this document. She indicated that the Joint Development Authority reviewed the draft PIP at their June 3, 2013, meeting and recommended approval. Councilmember Holden asked who would be invited to attend the Development Panel. Community Development Director Hutmacher stated that the invite list has not been drafted. Discussions have led her to believe that Committee and Commission members would be invited along with other members of the community as recommended by Council. Mayor Grant recommended that Arden Hills' business owners participate in the Development Panel event on July 30th. Brian Smalkoski, Kimley-Horn, commented that the invite list for the July 30th event will be created by working with staff. He welcomed recommendations from the Council. Jessica Laabs, Kimley-Horn, indicated that approximately 50 people will attend the event. She encouraged the Council to forward names to Kimley-Horn as all will be considered to assure a good cross section of representation in these discussions. She suggested that the City forward a list of 15 names for the invitation list to represent the City of Arden Hills. Councilmember Holden wanted to be assured that the interests of Arden Hills is kept in mind throughout this process. Councilmember McClung agreed stating that the master planning process is the responsibility of the City. He encouraged the City to find a diverse group to participate in the July 30th event to properly represent the community. Mayor Grant suggested that Councilmembers from adjacent communities also be invited to the event. Mayor Grant recommended that comments from the public be taken at the first City Council meeting of each month for the TCAAP redevelopment as this will provide another method for taking public input. He stated that this will encourage early participation from the public. The Council supported this suggestion.