Why are PI changes being considered?

FHWA AuditBetter FocusNew issues…

Adjustment to new issues…Open-House Public Meetings

For EA/EIS projects and higher level CE’sAllow opportunity for public to hear

comments from the public.Public Open mic/comment period.

FormatPM can provide a short formal presentation.PM can provide answers to comments or

simply have a public “comment” period.

Adjustment to new issues…Open Public Meetings

Format (cont.)Advertisement must present times for

presentation and comment periodPublic sign-in to speakPublic may present for 3-5 min.

depending upon # of sign-upsA record of all comments must be

produced (mtg minutes). Not necessary for a court recorder to be present unless it’s an official pubic hearing.

Adjustment to new issues…Open Public Meetings

Format (cont.)Include note at the sign-in station (and

on sign-in cards) that all comments are a public document and ODOT must produce when requested.

Next Steps…ODOT is developing training to better

ensure we all have the tools needed to best engage the public.Additional focus on EJ issues and public

out-reach… (USEPA and FHWA is leading this effort)

Updating ODOT’s PI manual…ODOT will be working to ensure we are

reaching out to the public and getting them involved in the process.

Questions?