ODOT’s New PI Manual Kevin E. Davis Environmental Supervisor Office of Environmental Services

Out With the Old

Renewed PI Process  Integrated with PDP o Dependent on Project Type  Reflects ODOT’s and FHWA’s PI Focus  New PI Manual and Training o Manual - Early 2014 Draft currently under review o Training - First Half of 2014

Essential Elements  Early and continuous engagement with stakeholders and the public o PI outreach activities  Provide sufficient opportunities for public comments at key decision points  Consideration of Environmental Justice and Title VI population needs

Focus Areas  Communication o Early and often  Proactive engagement  Obtain alternate viewpoints  Understand community needs o Balance public and project interests  Reduce and/or resolve controversy

PI and PDP Relationship

Project Manger Role  Determines appropriate level of PI  Assesses needs of stakeholders  Ensures stakeholders and the public are made aware of decisions made  Responsible for executing PI plan

Low Impact Projects  Path 1, Path 2, and Non-Complex Path 3 o Do not require a PI Plan o PI meetings not required o Internal consultation may be needed Environmental, Real Estate, etc. o Stakeholder consultation and PI activities are project dependent Maintenance of Traffic concerns Minor local controversy

High Impact Projects  Complex Path 3, and Path 4 and Path 5 o PI Plan required Adjusted as project progresses PI activities needed correspond with decision-making milestones o Stakeholder consultation Separate meetings o Public meetings and/or hearings

Ongoing and Continuous  PI activities continue after approval of the environmental document o Provide status updates o Manages controversy o Specific resources Section 106, Noise, etc.

A Managed Process  Fosters collaboration  Enhances decision-making  Helps reduce controversy  Stakeholder and public meetings o Project dependent

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