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As part of the EAZ process, a series of public open houses were held to obtain additional feedback and direction for the general goals and planning direction for the area. A forum in November 2010 provided an opportunity to discuss planning objectives and to further identify issues and concerns important to the Plan’s outcome. Resulting development concepts were also studied as part of the process to develop a preferred scenario that incorporated planning solutions that consider specific issues, as well as the larger context.

As part of efforts to provide greater transparency, a project page was

established on the City’s website to provide project materials to the public for ongoing interaction and input. The project page at www.dublin.oh.us/planning/eaz/ included timelines and meeting information, draft plan materials and results from the public process. Continual updates allowed the public to know the status of the project at any moment.

Following completion of the final draft document, the Planning and Zoning Commission conducted review meetings at which the public was invited to provide additional comment on the Plan. On April 21, 2011, the Commission provided a positive recommendation to City Council noting that the EAZ Plan is a very well thought out project. City Council reviewed the work derived from the public process and adopted the Economic Advancement Zone Plan on May 23, 2011.