Chapter 1: Introduction

Presents the introduction, goals, and intended audience of the Plan.

Chapter 2: Public Involvement Overview

Includes the purpose and benefits of public involvement and stages of planning during which public involvement should be included or input solicited.

Chapter 3: Public Involvement Throughout the Decision-Making Process

Offers guidelines for public involvement during each phase of the decision-making process.

Chapter 4: Project Stakeholders

Identifies key partners and project stakeholders involved in public involvement and the decision-making process.

Chapter 5: Public Involvement Implementation

Outlines documentation and communication techniques.

Chapter 6: Media Relations

Focuses on the management of traditional and new media activities and communications.

Chapter 7: Public Involvement Tools

Provides a list of standard public involvement tools and resources and their applications.

Chapter 8: Project Records

Summarizes the documentation guidelines for public involvement activities and input.

Chapter 9: Measures of Success

Describes metrics used for evaluating public involvement.

Chapter 10: Federal and State Statutes, Regulations, and Executive Orders

Catalogs federal laws, regulations, and procedural requirements.