The correct answer is D) Conducting background research.
The step of a citizen action plan would include a community survey is conducting background research.
When an important project such as the posed in this question wants to be implemented, first of all, you need to conduct the proper background research to make sure the majority of people agree with the project, in this case, a youth center. Zone laws must be respected and if you want to change them, you need the support of the citizens in the community. Then, after the results of the research to can make the appropriate decisions and move on.