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III. METHODOLOGY The planning process used in the development of this update included an extensive review of the existing Plan and numerous public hearings. The citizens of Paris were involved in each major step of the planning process, which provided invaluable local insight needed to produce and implement a successful master plan update. It should be noted that the professional staff of the City of Paris was constantly involved through the planning process to insure the update resulted in a feasible and balanced park program for the city that once implemented, will fully serve the active and passive recreational needs of the community. The City of Paris conducted three public hearings and four focus group sessions in order to address the needs and concerns of the citizens with regard to the park system. The focus group sessions included representatives from the various organized sports associations, members of the Civic Center Board, the Paris Chamber of Commerce and the City of Paris Parks and Recreation Staff. These input sessions allowed citizens to express concerns with the existing park facilities as well as addressing the needs for future park facilities. Using the information obtained from the citizens, the project priorities recommended in the 1998 update to the Parks and Recreation Master Plan were revisited. A revised implementation schedule was developed which outlines a feasible plan to assist the City in accomplishing the recommendations within the Plan's time frame.