In evaluating the sites, the Library Board adopted a decision matrix approach where all site factors were ranked and then compared with each other based on how well they met specific criteria listed below. This method was used to assure an objective, disciplined, fair, and equitable treatment of all alternatives.
From the onset, the Library Board has been determined to make the 2004 proposal development process as open as possible and to aggressively seek public input. This has been accomplished in a variety of ways.
First, a Citizens Advisory Committee (CAC) was formed with volunteers from a variety of community-based organizations to act as a sounding board by reviewing and commenting not only on various options but the actual decision process itself. Thirty volunteers came forward to comprise the committee, representing a wide range of community organizations. The CAC reviewed the five finalist site candidates and process in a public session in January. The Library Board found great value in this review and intends to use the CAC throughout the entire proposal development process.
A general public session was held in February where all citizens were invited to offer their ideas, concerns and support for any of the five locations. Additional public input was collected at the regular monthly board meeting in February during the public comment segment. Several citizens also volunteered their views in writing.
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