1. You need to complete this task in strict accordance with the detailed Requirements/Guidelines.

Assignment 1: 15% Stakeholders/Issue Mapping

NOTE, as discussed in class, you are encouraged to use any format you think is useful for effectively communicating your work concisely. This may mean your word count is lower (for example, if you choose to use a powerpoint, table(s), or other graphic format – it needs to be something that can be viewed on a computer, please no displays, models, oversize printouts, or other formats difficult to transport), which is fine, as long as you can demonstrate you understood the assignment and are able to complete all aspects of the assignment described below.

Select one of the proposals in the list below and prepare a briefing note on issues/stakeholders:

A. Consultation on the future of Quayside (from the perspective of Waterfront Toronto) B. Consultation on Housing Now, CreateTO and the City of Toronto C. Consultation on the TTC’s 5-Year Service Plan and 10-Year Outlook D. Consultation on the Siting of Safe Injection Sites in Toronto

Suggested approach:

1. Use the internet to get familiar with the materials available on the project, the issues, and/or the location. The lead organization/public agency will often have a website specifically dedicated to the project, often including links to presentations delivered at meetings and meeting minutes. Key stakeholders (including many interest groups) often also have their own websites, blogs and newsletters that share their perspectives on projects. The media is also a good place to help track down references to key stakeholders and their issues. Be creative, follow links, and try your best to get a balanced understanding of what the project is all about. Other hints:

 Similar projects in other cities/jurisdictions are also good sources of information.

 Look on-line for staff reports to Committees of city/town Council and/or records of Council decisions

 Look for other on-line policy support documents in specific departments (all 3 levels of government)

2. Write a half page synopsis on the topic giving: background, proposal/action and why. Suggest what might be [was] involved in the proposal. What types of changes are being [were] contemplated, and why?

3. Brainstorm a list of the issues that might be created by the proposal. Make it a long list, and think about the proposal from a number of different perspectives (looking through a number of different “lenses”). Write the issues down, and group the issues as/if relevant (likely up to 2 pages).

4. Identify a minimum of 8 different organizations, in addition to the general public, that would have a vested interest in how the proposal unfolds. Provide a very brief summary of the mandate of each organization. Also identify the issue(s) related to the proposal that would be of most interest to each organization. Attempt also to suggest a general public issue(s)/interest. This likely takes up to 2 pages.

5. Conclude by identifying three issues related to the proposal that could be controversial, and explain why. This likely takes up to 1.5 pages.

This mapping is to be about 5 pages in length [1500 words], whatever format you use; number pages please; you may choose to use bullets and employ more of a report format than an essay format. Don’t forget to put your name and student number on all your completed assignments (BOTH in the file name and in the document itself).

Assignment 1: Stakeholder Mapping Rubric (15 %)

Individual Mark

Synopsis Weak/Below average – Unclear, difficult to follow (1/3)

Average – Clear (2/3) Extremely good – Synopsis is strong, with good clarity and understanding (3/3)

/3

Stakeholders Weak/Below average – Minimum list of stakeholders (1/3)

Average – Good list of stakeholders (2/3)

Extremely good – Went above and beyond to identify list of stakeholders (3/3) /3

Analysis of issues and stakeholders

Weak/Below average – Analysis unclear, difficult to follow (1-2/6)

Average – Analysis adequate, fulfills requirements (3-4/6)

Extremely good/ Outstanding – Analysis strong, with good clarity and understanding (5-6/6)

/6

Spelling & Grammar

Many grammar and punctuation errors. These errors make the writing difficult to read. (1/3)

Few errors in grammar and punctuation. A few of these errors make parts of the writing unclear. (2/3)

Almost no errors in grammar and punctuation. The errors that are there do not make the writing unclear. (3/3) /3

Creativity with presentation

Did something different than typical essay (+0.5)

Did something different than a typical essay and it supported a stronger communication of content (+1)

Did something different than typical essay and it was extremely effective at communicating the content (+1.5)

+1.5

Mark /15

Penalty for late submission

Late assignments are deducted 10% every 24 hours, including weekends

Adjusted Mark (If relevant) /15