Zan Associates was part of the consultant team working on the Northern Lights Express project, a proposed high-performance passenger rail project that would provide service between Minneapolis and Duluth. Zan was responsible for all aspects of public involvement for the project including:

• Coordinating and attending public meetings throughout the corridor

• Creating outreach materials including project newsletters, handouts, brochures, flyers and newspaper advertisements

• Updating a project website

• Providing email notifications

 

Zan A­ssociates also assisted consultant staff in preparing other documentation for the project. This work included:

• Responding to comments received on the Tier 2 Project Level Environmental Assessment (EA), a part of NEPA documentation 

• Formatting documentation for the Service Development Plan 

• Assisting in review and formatting of any other materials necessary for the final deliverable to Federal Railroad Administration (FRA)

 

Additionally, Zan was responsible for putting together a complete advocacy plan. This plan was available following project completion to assist stakeholders in advocating for project funding.