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patterns, natural resources, etc. This subtask will also include the evaluation of Mississippi River crossing options. 5.2 The formulation of significant public policy directions which correlate with each development scenario. This will likely include the 10 to 20 most significant policies the City will need to address in preparing the Comprehensive Plan. 5.3 Formulation of a place appropriate urban design framework which applies urban design principles to the entire community so as to create a sense of "connectedness", a "sense of place" that is uniquely and distinctly Ramsey and that builds on the City's already present natural, historic and cultural character. This element will include the exploration and application of urban design concepts and ideas which build on a framework of "central place", edges, nodes, landmarks, viewsheds, gateways, paths and districts and how a more unified and meaningful identity can be achieved throughout the City. It will include graphic illustrations of concepts for patterns and key features that reflect Ramsey's spirit and character in both built and natural elements. 5.4 Conduct a Community-wide meeting to include all of the visioning session participants and the general public to discuss the growth projections, the alternative concept plans and the major policies that may ultimately be the essence of the Comprehensive Plan. The purpose of this session will be to take input while the plans are still in the formative concept stage. 5.5 Special Interest meetings. The CONSULTANT will present the alternatives at four special interest meetings including two rural, one urban and one businesspersons sessions. 5.6 Meet with City staff to review the concepts. Two meetings estimated. 5.7 Meet with the Planning Commission and Staff to evaluate the options and select one for further development during Task 6.0. 5.8 Brief the Citv Council on the possible alternative growth scenarios (optional) and significant public policies so that they might have an opportunity to benefit from public input and begin to shape the direction that the consultant and City staff will pursue. 6.0 Prepare the Draft Plan, Strategies and Ordinances The purpose of this task will be to prepare the written and graphic comprehensive plan document in draft form and the Critical River Area and Shore land Ordinances. Subtasks will include the following: 6.1 Detailing of the land use, transportation and environmental protection plans. City of Ramsey Contract/Comprehensive Planning Services 5