A citizen group is concerned about local youth. Teens are missing school and getting in trouble at increasing rates. Participation in community activities and sports has decreased. The group meets to discuss the issue. Before they consider what can be done, they are discussing their specific goal and how they will measure whether they are successful. Which step of a citizen action plan would include setting a goal and ways to measure its success?
Conducting background research
Evaluating the public policy alternatives
Determining the solution and criteria
Identifying the issue