Introduction

Public participation in the regional transportation planning process for the New Bern Area Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) is guided by this Public Involvement Plan (PIP). The plan outlines recommended methods to engage the public during the transportation planning and decision making process and informs members of the public how they can be involved.

Public participation is an integral part of the transportation planning process. The information and perspectives provided through the public participation assist decision-makers and lead to a more meaningful and comprehensive planning process. Good public participation techniques allow plans to identify issues and understand aspects of the transportation system directly from its users that may be missed when considering a project from a purely technical point of view. Effective transportation planning must include the participation of those whose everyday lives are affected by how they are able to get to work, home, school, stores, and services.

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