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Case Study: The Peak team developed a public participation plan, in conjunction with County staff from Public Works and Planning and Development Services, to provide the public with an opportunity to discuss the bridge replacement project, identify needs and constraints, and develop preliminary concepts for the crossing. Our process also provided an opportunity for the…

Client: Bellingham Public Schools Case Study: In affiliation with Peak, Rachel Myers is currently facilitating a 30-member Sustainability Task Force for Bellingham’s only school district. As the facilitator, Rachel is partnering with the Sustainability Manager and other district staff to ensure an inclusive and creative process resulting in recommendations for a vision and mission on…

Client: City of Bellingham, HDR Case Study: Peak worked closely with HDR and City of Bellingham staff to develop and carry out a community engagement process in support of the City of Bellingham Surface and Stormwater Comprehensive Plan Update. Under the direction of City staff, our public outreach work included creating a page on the…

Client: Snohomish County, Sustainable Lands Strategy Case Study: The Snohomish County Sustainable Lands Strategy (SLS), established in 2010, is addressing the conflict between the dual mandates of preserving farmland and protecting fish throughout Snohomish County. The SLS process sets the table to develop understanding, relationships, and strategies that create and achieve a shared vision and…

Client: Whatcom County Client: Whatcom County Case Study: Peak partnered with The Watershed Company to lead public open houses and gather public input for Whatcom County’s review of its Shoreline Master Program. As a result, the County stays current with changes in laws and rules, remains consistent with other County plans and regulations, and is…