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© LIU 19 Allison expressed concern with the length of time taken to complete the Rural Character Study, and whether it was realistic to expect that the preservation plan could be completed within 6 months or a year. Cameron responded that because the Preservation Plan is tied into the Survey and Planning grant cycle, there is a schedule to meet in terms of completing the project. Todd Dickinson pointed out that the staffers working for The Jaeger Company seem to be older and experienced. They do not appear to be young, inexperienced graduate students. Their resume's look pretty good. Personally, Ramsay Leimenstoll seems to have more to do than she seems to get around to scheduling. Ramsay Leimenstoll is a local person highly regarded in the state. Ramsay Leimenstoll's presentation style though, does not seem to be compatible with what the County is looking for. Todd Dickinson is concerned about the impression Ramsay Leimenstoll may make on a large group. A small group may have time to get to know her and to trust her, but a large group may leave with a bad impression. Todd Dickinson also stated that Ramsay Leimenstoll does not seem to have done this type of project before. She does not seem to have planning background, but an architectural background. Her husband's background does not seem to provide planning experience either. Todd stated that the Preservation Plan is a big step above a National Register Nomination or guidelines writing. He felt that Ramsay Leimenstoll may figure it out as she goes along, and felt that we may have more of a "bird in the hand" with The Jaeger Company that can efficiently write up a new Preservation Plan since they have already done one. He stated he liked The Jaeger Company better. He also appreciated their quick and complete response to the Staff's request for additional information. Pat Dickinson stated that she was sure that Ramsay Leimenstoll could do the work, but did not want them to learn on our job. That aspect concerned her about Ramsay Leimenstoll. Todd Dickinson stated that the Commission hadn't seen any graphics done by Ramsay Leimenstoll, but had seen some done by The Jaeger Company. The Jaeger Company referred to maps often and the more maps, the better. Allison stated that the attractive proposal would indicate that the company already has formats in their computers they can produce and not start from scratch every time, which can be a great time saver. They can spend their time doing the work instead of coming up with the presentation. The graphics person can work on maps and charts instead of laying out cover graphics. 5