April 2008Indiana Brownfields ProgramPresented by Debbie Wilson

Managing PrincipalEngaging Solutions, LLC

Helps Frame Your Efforts

Creates Order and Uniformity

Demonstrates Forethought/Vision and Direction

Directs Your Path

ASSIGNED RESPONSIBILITIES

MONITORING/EVALUATION MECHANISMS

SCHEDULE FOR UPDATING THE PLAN

HAVING STAKEHOLDER SUPPORT IS CRUCIAL

FRONT-END INVOLVEMENT

CONTINUOUS SUPPORT HELPS DERAIL CHALLENGES

DEMONSTRATES YOUR REQUEST POINTS BACK TO A PLAN

ENSURES THE PROJECT/LOAN REQUEST IS NOT ISOLATED FROM THE BIGGER PICTURE

Create a strong dedicated team with leadership from the top

Begin with the end game in mind

Research! Don’t ignore a possible source of information

Environmental Protection Agency (www.EPA.gov), North East Midwest Institute (www.nemw.org), and Urban Land Institute (www.uli.org) are valuable sources

Network with officials from key state and federal agencies

Involve citizens from the start

Consider Public/Private Partnerships to pool resources… financial, talent, etc. and to reduce the risk

During land redevelopment consider loss of open space for greenways, wildlife habits and possible traffic congestion