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Proposals that do not include a `Not to Exceed' cost will be disregarded with no further consideration. It is the responsibility of the proposing firm to accurately predict the amount of time that they will need to spend on the project. SECTION IV. REQUIRED CONTENTS FOR PROPOSALS The final scope of services will be developed in collaboration with the selected firm. Components of the Plan, at a minimum, will include: 1. Participatory Process — Develop, coordinate and conduct a public process to encourage meaningful citizen input. The interaction and participation of residents, business leaders, elected officials, and administration is critical for the development and success of the plan. A participation program will need to be developed to incorporate local knowledge and experience. 2. Assumptions — Analyze the assumed effects of external forces (physical, social, economic, and political) on the future of the local community. Issues and forecasts of local and regional growth will be included. 3. Vision/Overview of the Plan — Provide a vision or alternative visions of the long-term future design and character of the area. The vision will represent interests of a broad range of citizens rather than a few special-interest groups. Costibenefit implications of each alternative will be included. 4. Planning Elements — To include discussion on such elements as land use, transportation, community facilities, utilities, natural resources, parks and open space, urban design policies, urban design, image and opportunities, housing, and redevelopment, etc., 5. Short and Long Term goals - Discuss and illustrate the potential short and long-term impacts of the plan on the community. 6. Implementation/Action Steps — Develop a list of strategies and implementation measures to accomplish momentum building goals and objectives of the plan. SECTION V. CONSULTANT SELECTION Process City staff will evaluate and rank all submitted proposals. After conclusion of this review, staff will recommend the most qualified consulting teams or firms to the City Council. The decision will be based on a combination including, but not limited to: ranking, presentation of materials, and other qualifications. The Council may review the recommendations and invite the top candidates to conduct a presentation before the Council, members of City staff and representatives of the Planning Commission. Presentations are expected to occur in August. The City Council will make the final selection of the consultant firm with input from staff. Once authorized to proceed, the "most qualified" consulting firm will be expected to immediately assist in developing a final scope of services and contractual agreement. 3