Specifications include, but are not limited to: •Be familiar with the state requirements and HCD guidance regarding the Housing Element, including, but not limited to, recent legal changes regarding the site inventory and fair housing•Work with City staff to determine staff skill sets that can be utilized to offset consultant work and share in responsibilities, with the general expectation that 1-3 staff members will provide up to 2FTE of time to this project•Effectively utilize technical expertise related to housing •Actively engage a variety of community stakeholders and communicate ideas effectively in various forums both in person and virtually oUse several platforms to engage different groups of residents and encourage public participation (use of social media, technology, and virtual meetings, particularly in the wake of COVID-19safer at home orders) •Promote and advertise public involvement and participation with a branded public outreach effort•Formulate realistic and creative solutions to address housing challenges in the community that comply with State law and fit into the City’s General Plan and Zoning Code framework•Ensure that the project remains on time and within the allocated budget