Hines|Archstone recognizes the importance of community involvement in the design and planning process of a project of this magnitude. We take seriously our commitment to consider input from the community in formulating its master plan, designing and constructing the project and, finally, during ongoing operations of the development. Hines|Archstone has developed a Community Involvement Plan based on the following objectives:

• To provide complete and understandable information to the community at all stages of the design process as well as during the construction and operational phases of the development.
• To take a proactive approach to soliciting ideas/concerns from the community at the earliest possible stage so its input can truly be incorporated into the master plan process and subsequent phases.
• To create a common vision for the development, taking into account divergent interests of both the public and private sectors, by using a proactive approach that involves various community groups in a meaningful exchange early in the master plan process.

The key components of our Community Involvement Plan include: outreach to community groups and stakeholders; formation of an advisory committee; implementation of apprenticeship and internship programs and support of community events.