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Start early and stay the course. The outreach process should begin early so that participants are able to develop a strong connection to the project and suggested outcomes. Outreach should also be structured to take place through the course of the project, so that input can be provided incrementally at each phase. Provide a clear structure and sequence_ We believe that participants are best able to focus their participation when there is a clear structure, expectations, and a logical sequence to the outreach process. We have designed a process that will ensure the goals of the project are met, decisions about approach or direction are obtained at the appropriate time, and the participants are able to identify how their involvement has influenced the outcomes and suggested actions. Providing a clear description of the stages and purpose of the outreach also assists in maintaining involvement by the stakeholders over the course of the project. Offer multiple methods of participation. We recognize that different people respond to different formats and group dynamics. To ensure that all attendees are best able to participate we will use a variety of formats such as the World Cafe discussion approach of 4-5 person tables, break out groups, full-group presentations, and priority voting exercises. Through combining the results of the different methods, we are able to identify themes and priorities that can then direct future work stages. Global Green will lead a stakeholder engagement approach that puts these principles into practice, featuring the following groups and formats: Community Stakeholder Workshops: Three events over the course ofi the project, allowing stakeholders identified from a wide variety of sectors to provide input at key steps in the project. • Internal Working Group: Three meetings over the course of the project, in which key stakeholders from relevant City departments will provide both technicaE and process guidance. Targeted Stakeholder Meetings: Up to six meetings with individual stakeholders who are critical to the success of Santa Ana's climate mitigation efforts. City Council Meetings: One study session to provide an opportunity for guidance in identifying and evaluating CAP measures, and one formal hearing to consider adoption of the CAP. In conclusion, the ICLEI team is enthusiastic about making the Santa Ana inventory and CAP a success in meeting the City's objectives. We recognize there are many motivations at work in pursuing climate mitigation-including regulatory compliance, fiscal benefits, the drive of leadership, and simple ethical responsibility-and we are adept at fashioning processes and plans that harness these motivations to create exemplary outcomes. The following sections of this proposal detail how those outcomes will be brought about in the City of Santa Ana. io