Public Participation Plan (PPP)

Over the past few years, governmental agencies have come to recognize the increasing
importance of involving the public as they plan, organize and implement transportation
projects. Involving interested parties generally results in a more effective project overall.
Taking time at the beginning to communicate with potentially affected interests, carefully
explaining the proposal, and gathering input, can enhance the project and potentially reduce
the time and effort for implementation.

The goals of this Public Participation Plan are to ensure that:
I. The public body is given the opportunity to participate in the transportation
planning process.

II. The issues and concerns of residents are given consideration in the selection of
transportation investments.

III. Transportation investments do not disproportionately burden any population with
adverse impacts.

Developing an effective public participation plan involves the identification of techniques
designed to meet the needs of a given situation relating to the development of a
transportation plan, program, project or the need for public input regarding the operation and
management of a transportation facility.

This plan outlines the importance of, and specific guidelines for, involving community
members, organizations, governments, transportation professionals and others in ongoing
and future BHCMPO projects, plans and programs. Included is information about the value of
public participation, how it will be accomplished, and what will be done with the results.
It is important to note that a Public Participation Plan needs to incorporate a broad array of
interested parties. These include agencies responsible for land use management, natural
resources, environmental protection, conservation and historical preservation. Involving all
the potentially affected interests, including the traditionally underserved populations, can
significantly increase a plan or project’s efficiency and effectiveness. By following the process
outlined in this plan, BHCMPO will be able to better ensure inclusive and meaningful public
involvement.

The agency list includes, but not limited to the following:
❖ Arizona Department of Environmental Quality (ADEQ)
❖ Arizona Department of Water Resources (ADWR)
❖ U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
❖ U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
❖ Bureau of Land Management (BLM)
❖ Arizona State Land Department
❖ Arizona State Historic Preservation Office
❖ Arizona Game and Fish Department