FHWA course, Public Involvement in Transportation Decisionmaking (NHI/NTI - 142036) - Provides review of the components of public involvement in transportation decision-making, as well as specific skills, techniques and approaches for enhancing public interaction. Length: 3 days.
FHWA Resource Center Public Involvement Workshop - Provides overview of the importance of public involvement and reviews multiple public involvement techniques. Addresses the public's procedural, psychological and substantive needs with a focus on communication styles and barriers to participation. Length: 2 days. Contact steve.moler@dot.gov.
FHWA Resource Center Public Participation Plans Seminar/Webinar Focuses on new SAFETEA-LU requirements relating to Public Participation Plans, interested parties, and visualization. Notable practices from State DOTs and MPOs are presented. Length: Varies. Can be delivered in person or webinar. Contact jocelyn.jones@dot.gov or katiann.wong-murillo@dot.gov.
FHWA Public Participation Plan Technical Assistance - Tailored to customer requirements (length and topics), Provide technical assistance on Public Involvement and Public Participation, including SAFETEA-LU requirements relating to public participation plans and interested parties. Length: Depends on customer needs. Contact jocelyn.jones@dot.gov, brenda.kragh@dot.gov or katiann.wong-murillo@dot.gov.