Specifications include, but are not limited to: The update process will engage community stakeholders, integrate public input, and reflect Mansfield's commitment to environmental stewardship, affordable housing, economic development, and DEI principles. 1. Project Initiation and Management • Conduct an initial meeting with town officials to outline project objectives, timelines, and deliverables • Establish a Steering Committee • Establish a project management plan, including a communication plan, timeline, and roles and responsibilities. 2. Community Engagement and Stakeholder Involvement • Design and implement a comprehensive, multi-faceted community engagement strategy that builds on the engagement conducted through the Mansfield Tomorrow planning initiatives currently underway and engages underrepresented groups. 3. Data Collection and Analysis • Assess current conditions and trends to inform the development of the POCD. • Collect and analyze relevant data on demographics, land use, housing, economic development, natural resources, transportation, public facilities, housing, and other relevant topics. • Conduct a build out analysis • Compile data to update existing maps and create additional maps as necessary. 4. Review Existing Plans and Regulations • Assess the current POCD’s effectiveness in achieving its goals and objectives. • Review existing plans, studies, and regulations to ensure consistency and identify areas for alignment or revisions. 5. Vision and Goal Setting • Develop a clear and shared vision for the future of Mansfield that incorporates the values and preferences expressed by community stakeholders. 6. Plan Development • Prepare a draft POCD, including updated goals, strategies, and actions. • Develop a clear and detailed implementation strategy, outlining responsible parties, timelines, and potential funding sources. • Provide recommendations for monitoring and updating the POCD. 7. Public Review and Revision • Present the draft POCD to the community for feedback through public meetings and online platforms. • Revise the draft POCD based on public and stakeholder input. 8. Final Plan and Adoption • Prepare the final POCD document, including all maps, appendices, and supporting materials. • Assist the town in the process required for adopting the updated POCD, including public hearings and compliance with CGS Section 8-23. 9. Implementation Strategy • Develop recommendations for monitoring and updating the POCD.
