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HKGi's planning philosophy provides the foundation for the firm's approach to every project to which we contribute. Several principles inform this philosophy. Effective public parlidpation and consensus building is essential. Critical to the success of each HKGi project is the participation of the community in the plarming process. We believe that without the local knowledge that City officials and residents bring to the project, no amount of professional expertise will yield a wholly satisfactory solution. HKGi is the leader in the use of a consensus building approach that blends the creativity of the public and decision makers with professional plarming expertise. Communities seek our guidance because of our ability to resolve conflict and build consensus. We are frequently asked to facilitate in difficult problem solving circumstances. Planning must recognize the unique charaderistics of each place. HKGi employs a unique approach termed "place appropriate" plarming and design that builds on already existing natural, historical and cultural characteristics and patterns to serve as the framework for planning. This approach reveals the strengths that already exist in the City to serve as the building blocks for community image and identity. Implementation must be considered at every step. HKGi employs a strategic planning approach that links plans with solutions. We have no interest in producing plans that will lay dormant on a shelf. Our interest is to find creative and affordable ways to make the right things happen. Planning integrates built and natural systems HKGi is a recognized national leader at weaving natural systems such as stormwater infiltration and native habitat corridors into a community's development pattern. Preserving or restoring a web of natural systems, even in seemingly small ways, plays an important functional role in reducing infrastructure investment, providing places for wildlife, providing recreational opportunity and enhancing the quality of life for the community. Planning must explore the possibilities. HKGi also employs a unique procedural approach to planning that involves the formulation of concept plan alternatives that paint a variety of big picture or broad brush solutions that are tied to natural and historical patterns. This approach provides a clear understanding of what's really Project Approach Citizens of long lake participating In the visioning proress. ~ " The Mound VLSiOl15 downtown revitalization plan uses the dty's past history as a lake M/nnetonka resort rommunity as a romerstone. Redevelopment initiatives Induded rerreating a resorl-era carJilf that will bring boaters from ~e Big Lake' to a CIlStom.buJn boardwalk and pier at the heart of dOWl1tOMl Mound. Hoisington Koegler Group Inc. 11113 ~n page 3