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The Building Blocksof Public Involvement
Presented By Kevin E. DavisEnvironmental Supervisor
ODOT Office Of Environmental Services
The Ohio Planning Conference – Session 5C
July 16 2014
Why PI Matters Required by NEPA Provides information in a timely manner Involves stakeholders and the public
Engaged early and continuously Concerns can be raised and addressed Alternate perspectives can be given Fosters trust and transparency
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Setting the Stage Communities have a vested interest in decisions
made during project planning and development A myriad amount of factors can influence existing
and planned transportation systems Program/planning level decision-making can impact
how PI is conducted during NEPA
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Advance Planning What’s the goal? 30,000 foot perspective What opportunities will be given to provide input?
Promote meaningful dialogue in order to develop viable transportation solutions
A wide range of input and decisions may exist Specific details regarding impacts not known
An overview of social, economic, and environmental concerns is presented
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Advance Planning Conducting outreach during this stage is critical
Impacts project development Strategic methods and techniques
Understand the needs of a community Residents, businesses, industries, etc.
How will the input be used/implemented?
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Integrating NEPA Principles
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Identify and document potential impacts to the human and natural environment
Acquaint with or be made aware of key stakeholders or members of the public
Balance transportation, stakeholder, public, and environmental resource needs
Overall Goal Using research and analysis, as well as input
obtained through PI, to focus on: Overall and planned transportation network Demographics Travel trends Land use/economic development
Ensure compliance with NEPA and a variety of environmental regulations Generally incorporated during project
development, rather than long-range planning
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The Hand-Off Can Begin… Comprehensive PI in planning further enhances
decision-making throughout the NEPA process Trends and changes in environmental issues can
impact overall transportation decision-making Based on input received, a project is
programmed and design activities begin Sets the stage for continuing PI during project
development
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Project Development Feedback received can be used to develop additional
PI approaches that may impact: Project scope/PDP Project Path Schedule Costs Environmental coordination Right-of-way impacts
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Nuts and Bolts Planning level PI is incorporated into the Project
Development Process (PDP) Level of PI needed is dependent on a project’s type
and complexity Identified stakeholders stay involved Issues and concerns from planning carried over
PI becomes more specific and detailed
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ODOT’s PI Process Establish early and continuous communication
with stakeholders and the public Convey project needs in regards to existing
transportation problems Understand and address diverse concerns, needs,
values, interests, and desires of the community Consider and address minority and low-income
population needs Conduct PI in accordance with Title VI
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ODOT’s PI Manual Provides guidance on how to properly implement,
plan for and conduct PI Satisfies requirements in accordance with NEPA and
other pertinent laws, regulations, and policies Identifies the means, methods, and opportunities to
solicit and gather input during decision-making What regulatory steps to follow Who should be involved How to deliver the message effectively
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ODOT’s PI Manual Minimum PI requirements
Chapter 1 PI and ODOT’s Project Development Process (PDP)
Chapter 2 Developing a PI Plan
Chapter 3 Identifying Stakeholders
Chapter 4 Involving Underserved Populations
Chapter 5
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ODOT’s PI Manual Delivering the Message
Chapter 6 Public Meetings and Public Hearings
Chapter 7 Resource Specific PI
Chapter 8
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PI Training Part of the Project Manager Training Program
Internal to ODOT First class to be held on August 5, 2014
Visit OES Training webpage to register http://www.dot.state.oh.us/Divisions/
Planning/Environment/training/Pages/default.aspx
Additional classes next year
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Need Help? Questions? Kevin E. Davis
Environmental Supervisor - OES Policy 614-752-2788 [email protected]
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