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33 <br />3 -5 Years <br />• Greater interaction with the Parks Division is a current need that will become more <br />pronounced. Areas for storage of outdoor equipment may be needed (unless co- located <br />with Parks). Since the department is focused on outdoor uses, an outdoor classroom <br />and natural open space is needed. <br />5 -10 Years <br />• DEAPR currently has staff located in three distinct locations. Many of these staff would <br />benefit greatly from being in the same location, offering better workflow, ease of staff <br />meetings, and opportunities for "water cooler" conversations that do not exist. <br />County Manager's Office - Public Affairs (Link Government Services Center) <br />1. They have outgrown their current space. <br />3 -5 Years <br />• The work performed will continue to evolve based on emerging technologies. A great <br />deal is already electronic and that trend will continue. Many of the tasks could be <br />performed off site, increasing the ability to work - from -home. From a video production <br />standpoint, the use of robotic cameras is currently the industry standard and reduces the <br />need for additional staff /manpower. <br />5 -10 Years <br />• In 5 -10 years, it is envisioned that Public Affairs will be a fully staffed department with <br />emphasis being placed on a high functional multi -media interface. This will consist of <br />specialists in the areas of graphic design, social media, video production, and mass <br />communications. As the county continues to grow, so too will the need for informing and <br />educating the public. <br />Economic Development (West Campus Office Building) <br />No major issues. <br />3 -5 Years <br />• Filing space needs to be increased. Staff may increase in size and require more office <br />space, computers. Current shortage of AV presentation & monitor hinders the marketing <br />aspect of economic development presentations to business prospects. <br />5 -10 Years <br />• Same as 3 -5 years. <br />Emergency Services (Emergency Services Center) <br />1. Being split on two floors slightly impedes work flow. <br />2. They do not have a decontamination area -this does not meet OSHA requirements. <br />3. Long term needs - expand space to include break room space showers and dressing <br />rooms. <br />