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Engagement of stakeholders will be paired with quantitative data gathering to better understand certain metrics related to daily usage, safety, and noise pollution. This collection and analysis of background data is to be accomplished through the hosting of community workshops, partnership with local entities, and providing online options for community engagement. Highway 47 Community Workshops Staff will host two community workshops to help collect background data, determine key issues, and set goals for the corridor. Meeting #1: Identify major issues and problems along Highway 47; draft a problem statement for the corridor Meeting #2: Brainstorm ideas to help solve the problems and issues outlined in the first meeting City staff will advertise workshops the City website, advertisements on Facebook and the Ramsey Resident Guide. For those unable to attend community workshops, city staff will create opportunities to leave comments or suggestions on an online map. Following community workshops, staff will update the Planning Commission and the City Council on the progress of the plan. Partnership with Local Entities City Staff will work with the MnDOT, Anoka County, the Ramsey Police Department, and neighborhood organizations to gather both quantitative (crash data, noise levels, traffic levels, etc.) and qualitative data (image of corridor, desired improvements, etc.). Staff will also attempt to work with local businesses along Highway 47, specifically those at the 167/47 Node. Step 3: Develop List of Potential Solutions Staff will host one community workshops to develop a list of solutions and policies for the corridor. Meeting #3: Choose ideas brainstormed in meeting 2 to solve problems identified in meeting 1 Staff will research best practices and develop policies to include in the plan based upon the solutions identified in the community workshop. Staff wants to ensure strategies are developed through community engagement and outreach. Step 4: Plan Development Staff will develop the final plan including policies, strategies, and specific goals for the corridor based upon the background research and community workshops. Details will not be known until strategies are developed. Staff will review the plan draft with the Planning Commission, Economic Development Association, and City Council. Ultimately, the City Council will approve the plan.