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2 Host welcome, Overview and Authority It is important that the source of the processes’ authority (e.g. Mayor, Minister) is able to welcome the participants. This is an easy way of ensuring the importance of the process is communicated to those giving up their time to be a part of a public decision. 3Facilitator introduction – Remit, Process, Path to output From the outset, the facilitator should be clear about what the problem is that the group is solving and what process they will be using the get there. This can take the form of a quick run through the dates (what will happen at each meeting) and an overview of what will be accomplished by the end. It is helpful to have the remit visible in the room at all times as an easy reminder (up on the wall or on a projector screen). Have citizens do their own sorting and clustering so they own the work and there is minimal opportunity for (or perception of ) bias 171