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The Osprey Group
Conflict Assessment
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O
PTION
3: H
EIGHTENED
C
OMMITMENT TO
P
UBLIC
E
NGAGEMENT
This option presumes an expanded approach taken by the agencies, lead by ODOT and
FHWA. It recognizes a need for enhanced public engagement through a series of
workshops.
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Pros
Cons
Acknowledges a community need for
greater understanding and input
Brings Federal partners to the table to
add clarity about their responsibilities
and approaches to representing the
public interest
Can be conducted thoughtfully and in a
shorter period of time than Option 2
Increases inclusion, transparency and
accountability
Requires additional time, money and
staff resources
May not allocate sufficient time to
meaningfully explore issues
The nature of the public involvement
could make project opponents feel as
though this gave the illusion, but not the
reality, of meaningful participation
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See Table 2, Option III conditions for success.