Students built upon the work from Autumn quarter in inventory and assessment as well as community engagement and public participation (see project “Sultan Parks and Trails Initial Inventory and Assessment”). Associated with the engagement process, the students worked on alternative development and starting early exploration of draft plan development.
In the Winter quarter, graduate students created an initial conditions report for the City of Sultan. They contacted key informants and community groups to develop an understanding of city conditions, opportunities, constraints, and needs. Students held a public meeting at the end of the quarter. The initial conditions report and additional gathered data from community engagement will inform the following classes and the final draft plan.
In Spring quarter, students focused on moving from development of alternatives to draft plan development. They continued community engagement and public participation to inform this process.
In the summer, students focused on the draft plan. The draft plan was finalized and worked through the Planning Board and City Council process for approval. This phase will also include the SEPA checklist, the 60-day Commerce review, staff and Council review, public hearing, and final revisions.