with the proposed building and its location, as well as utility, parking, transportation and landscaping issues.

Before it can launch a capital campaign in mid-2010, Clements said the organization must prepare itself for the fundraising effort.

“This will be something new for our organization to do,” the executive director said. “It will take a lot internally to make sure we’re ready.”

Hospice probably will hire a consulting firm to help start the fundraising campaign, Clements said.

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