STIP annual public involvement report: Georgia State Transportation improvement program [Oct. 2011]

STIP Annual Public Involvement Report
Georgia State Transportation Improvement Program Fiscal Year 2012-2015
Georgia Department of Transportation
October 2011

TABLE OF CONTENTS
STIP OVERVIEW.................................................................................................................. A 1. PUBLIC INVOLVMENT PROCESS ................................................................................... 1
Notification and Documentation........................................................................ 2 2. PUBLIC MEETING FORMAT ............................................................................................ 6 3. SUMMARY OF PUBLIC MEETING COMMENTS............................................................. 7
Meeting Notification.............................................................................................. 7 4. LESSONS LEARNED......................................................................................................... 9
Planning for the Next STIP Cycle.......................................................................... 9 APPENDIX A: MEETING NOTICE and POSTER APPENDIX B: GDOT PRESS RELEASES APPENDIX C: RADIO ADVERTISEMENT APPENDIX D: MEDIA COVERAGE DOCUMENTATION APPENDIX E: TRANSLATED DOCUMENTS APPENDIX F: SAMPLE MEETING DISPLAY MAP APPENDIX G: HANDOUT & COMMENT FORM APPENDIX H: RESPONSE TO COMMENT LETTER
LIST OF TABLES
Table 1. Schedule of Public Meetings by District ......................................................... 2 Table 2. Radio Advertisements ....................................................................................... 4 Table 3. Social Media Advertisements........................................................................... 4 Table 4. Public Meeting Summary by Date .................................................................. 8
LIST OF FIGURES
Figure 1. GDOT District Map ............................................................................................ 1
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STIP OVERVIEW
The Statewide Transportation Improvement Program, known as the STIP, is Georgia's four-year transportation and capital improvements program. The STIP is a listing of federally-funded transportation projects within the state that are anticipated to be funded during fiscal years 2012-2015. Projects include highway, bridge, public transit, bike, pedestrian, railroad projects and other improvements.
The STIP is developed in coordination with the citizens of Georgia, interested stakeholders, and in direct cooperation with local governments. Projects listed in the STIP are identified through GDOT's ongoing planning processes and are vital to the state's transportation program. The projects support GDOT's mission to provide a safe, seamless and sustainable transportation system that supports Georgia's economy and is sensitive to its citizens and environment.
The STIP Public Involvement Process gives all citizens and interested stakeholders the opportunity to review and comment on the state's transportation priorities for the next four fiscal years. The public is encouraged to become involved and provide GDOT with thoughts, suggestions and information about transportation needs for Georgia.
This report will serve to detail efforts regarding the notification and documentation of the meetings, and to summarize the comments received. Supplemental project information is included in the Appendices.

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1. PUBLIC INVOLVMENT PROCESS
A major component of the STIP development process is public involvement. A total of eleven public meetings for the Statewide Transportation Improvement Program (STIP) were held throughout the six non-urbanized GDOT Districts, Districts 1 through 6. District 7 is the urbanized metro-Atlanta region and, therefore, was not included. Figure 1 illustrates the seven GDOT District boundaries and shows the locations of the public meetings (noted with red stars), while Table 1 details the schedule of public meeting dates by District.
Some of the GDOT Districts hosted more than one meeting to accommodate for the large geographic area covered by the District, and several held joint meetings to take advantage of opportunities to discuss projects that spanned more than one District. GDOT coordinated with each of its Districts outside of metro-Atlanta to identify environmental justice (EJ) areas of concern and to develop appropriate outreach strategies. GDOT district staff also assisted in determining the best locations for hosting public meetings, notifying the public through press releases, and staffing the public meetings. Furthermore, the public meetings were held in locations that comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act guidelines for ease of access and could also be reached by public transportation, where applicable.
Figure 1. GDOT District Map

Note: red stars denote STIP meeting locations

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Table 1. Schedule of Public Meetings by District

District

Date

MEETING SCHEDULE

Time

Venue Name

1

August 25th, 2011 5pm - 7pm

City of Helen City Hall

1

September 1st, 2011

5pm - 7pm

Jackson Co. Courthouse and Govt. Complex

2

August 24th, 2011 4pm - 7pm

Dublin Mall

2

August 30th, 2011 4pm - 7pm

Milledgeville Mall

3

August 23rd, 2011 5pm - 7pm

City of Americus City Hall

3

August 31st, 2011

4pm - 7pm

West Georgia Commons Mall

4

August 16th, 2011 5pm - 7pm

Southwest GA Regional Develop. Center

4/5

August 17th, 2011 4pm - 7pm

Mall at Waycross

5

August 18th, 2011 4pm - 7pm

Statesboro Mall

6

August 23rd, 2011 5pm - 7pm

GDOT District 6 Conference Room

6

August 24th, 2011 5pm - 7pm

Carroll Co. Chamber of Commerce

City Helen Jefferson Dublin Milledgeville Americus LaGrange Camilla Waycross Statesboro Cartersville Carrollton

Notification and Documentation
There were several methods used to advertise the meetings to the public: direct mailing, media release distributions, radio advertisements, use of the GDOT website, and Facebook advertisements. All of these materials were branded with the STIP logo, as shown on the cover of this document. This branding effort was undertaken to give the STIP program its own identify and to make it easily recognizable.

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Direct Mailing and Posters A newsletter-style meeting notice was developed and mailed to members of GDOT's Family of Partners database, which includes over 5,300 addresses. This database includes individuals, organizations and elected officials at the federal, state and local level, as well as representatives from EJ communities.
Media Release Distributions GDOT District Communications Officers were encouraged to distribute a media release, which was crafted specifically for their district, to the media outlets in their Districts. Ads were placed and press releases sent to local newspapers publicly announcing STIP meetings. Legal ads were placed in all Legal Organs in the state. See Appendix B for the media releases that were distributed.
Radio As in the previous two years of the STIP program, a series of thirty second and fifteen second ads were aired during prime drive time to publicize the STIP public meetings.
Specifically, a thirty second ad introducing the STIP was run 2,380 times statewide on the Georgia News Network (GNN) two weeks prior to the first STIP public meeting. GNN has 119 affiliate radio stations, covers all of Georgia's 159 counties, reaches 992,000 listeners weekly, and is considered one of the most effective ways to reach rural Georgia.
Fifteen second ads were also produced to highlight specific STIP meetings in each district. These ads were run two weeks prior to the first meeting in each radio market on the Total Traffic Network. Total Traffic Network offers the opportunity to blanket a market cost-efficiently with ads running adjacent to traffic reports, which is the second most popular reason people listen to local radio. Table 2 below identifies the markets in which the ads were aired, the number of spots aired in each market, the number of stations airing the ads and the Gross Impressions by age group. (Gross Impressions is the audience reach or the number of "impressions" an ad has on listeners in a market.) Appendix C provides additional detail on the market reach provided by radio advertising for the STIP public meetings.

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Table 2. Radio Advertisements

MARKET

NUMBER OF SPOTS

NUMBER OF STATIONS AIRING
STIP ADS

GNN (Statewide)

2,380

119

WGST (Streaming)

70

N/A

Atlanta

100

10

Albany

140

5

Augusta

132

6

Columbus

132

8

Macon

132

5

Savannah

80

6

TOTALS

3,166

159

GROSS IMPRESSIONS
(AGE 18+)
1,417,900
N/A
1,177,400 210,000 418,000 193,600 338,400 201,800 3,957,100

GROSS IMPRESSIONS (AGE 25-54)
706,800
N/A
753,000 123,200 250,800 120,000 210,800 103,400 2,268,000

Social Media After having great success with the use of social media in the previous year's STIP program, Facebook was once again utilized as a method to make the public aware of the meeting dates and locations. A series of ads ran on Facebook based on the geographic location of the meetings relative to the location of Facebook users in Georgia age 16 or higher. The ad led to both the official STIP Facebook Page as well as the STIP homepage. As seen in Table 3 below, this resulted in over 11.8 million opportunities for citizens of Georgia to be made aware of the STIP public meetings.
Table 3. Social Media Advertisements

MEDIA

NUMBER OF IMPRESSIONS

CLICKS

Facebook

11,824,477

760

The Facebook page also provided an efficient and powerful forum to share news about the STIP meetings as they were occurring. This included live updates from the meetings and summaries of the meetings, photos, and links to stories about the STIP program (print, television, etc.)

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Website GDOT also provided information regarding the 2012-2015 STIP on the Department's website. In an effort to make this site more accessible, the website www.georgiastip.com was created. When accessed, the georgiastip.com site takes users directly to the Department's STIP page. Information contained on the STIP page during development of the FY 2012-2015 STIP included:
Draft Fiscal Year 2012-2015 STIP Active Fiscal Year 2011-2014 STIP Previous STIPs MPO TIPs Public Involvement Financial Summaries for FY 2011-2014 STIP Funding by GDOT District Georgia Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) Contacts GDOT Contact Information
These collective outreach efforts resulted in advertisements and news articles printed in local papers throughout the state. A summary of coverage received due to this notification effort is included in Appendix D.
Additionally, in an effort to accommodate Georgia's Spanish-speaking citizens, the meeting flyer, poster, informational handout and news releases were translated into Spanish. A sample of these documents can be found in Appendix E. The narrative for the STIP document is translated into Spanish as well.

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2. PUBLIC MEETING FORMAT
Public meetings were open-house style meetings held at various community venues, which included municipal buildings, GDOT District offices, and shopping malls. An informational table was set up and meeting attendees were encouraged to sign-in, take copies of the STIP informational handout and comment forms, and to visit the displays.
STIP project maps that included planned projects and project numbers, which coordinated with the project numbers in the STIP, were displayed on easels (see Appendix F for an example of the maps). GDOT staff was available at each meeting to answer questions and provide guidance to citizens regarding STIP projects.
An informational handout explaining the STIP process was produced and distributed at the public meetings. The comment form, which meeting attendees were encouraged to complete on-site, collected information regarding the public involvement process, including how people were notified of the meetings, whether or not the meeting was informative, and how the meeting could be improved. The comment form also asked meeting attendees to provide input regarding specific projects, as well as input regarding other transportation issues. A summary of comments and input received is included in the following section. See Appendix G for the informational handout and a sample comment form.

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3. SUMMARY OF PUBLIC MEETING COMMENTS
A total of eleven public meetings were held throughout the STIP area during the months of August and September. Meeting attendees were asked to sign in as they entered the meeting location. As a result, it was determined that one hundred and ninety-four (194) people attended the meetings, while one hundred and thirty-nine (139) people signed in and were accounted for officially. Of the 194 attendees, 18 provided written comments regarding specific STIP projects or other transportation issues. The comments received were made a part of the official record for the project. Additionally, a Response to Comments letter, which is included in Appendix H, was prepared and mailed to the respondents so that all interested parties can be aware of the concerns raised and the responses given. Based on the comments received, 72% found the meeting informative.
In addition to the comments received at the STIP public meetings, project inquiries were emailed to the STIP Coordinator throughout the year, who replied directly or coordinated a response through the appropriate GDOT project manager.
As shown in Table 4, the District 6 meeting held at the District 6 Conference Room in Cartersville, Georgia had the highest attendance with 34 participants, followed by the District 3 meeting at the West Georgia Commons with 26 participants.
Meeting Notification
Of the people that returned comment forms, 37% stated that they were informed about the meeting through the newspaper. Approximately 26% of respondents were informed by the GDOT flyer that was mailed to the Family of Partners database, while another 37% were informed about the meetings through other means (i.e., email, radio/TV, Facebook, word of mouth). Some attendees also noted that they had learned about the project by being at the mall on the date of the meeting and simply approached the informational display to ask questions.

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Table 4. Public Meeting Summary by Date

District Date

1

8.25.11

1

9.1.11

2

8.24.11

2

8.30.11

3

8.23.11

3

8.31.11

4

8.16.11

4/5 8.17.11

5

8.18.11

6

8.23.11

6

8.24.11

MEETING LOGISTICS

Time

Venue

5-7pm 5-7pm 4-7pm

City of Helen City Hall
Jackson Co. Courthouse and Govt. Complex
Dublin Mall

4-7pm 5-7pm 4-7pm
5-7pm 4-7pm

Milledgeville Mall
City of Americus City Hall
West Georgia Commons Mall Southwest GA
Regional Develop. Center
Mall at Waycross

4-7pm 5-7pm 5-7pm

Statesboro Mall
GDOT District 6 Conference Room Carroll Co. Chamber of Commerce

City Helen Jefferson Dublin Milledgeville Americus LaGrange Camilla Waycross Statesboro Cartersville
Carrollton TOTALS

ATTENDANCE

Total

Signed In

Written Comment

18

15

3

16

13

0

21

11

1

25

15

2

3

3

1

26

19

2

9

6

1

17

11

0

8

6

0

34

26

4

17

14

4

194

139

18

Flyer 1 0 1 0 0 1 2 0 0 0
0 5

Email 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0
0 1

NOTIFICATION Newspaper Radio/TV Facebook Other

1

0

0

0

0

0

0

0

0

0

0

0

1

1

1

0

0

0

0

0

1

0

0

0

0

0

0

0

0

0

0

0

0

0

0

0

1

1

0

2

3

0

0

1

7

2

1

3

INFORMATIVE

Yes

No

3

0

0

0

1

0

2

0

1

0

2

0

0

2

0

0

0

0

2

2

2

1

13

5

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4. LESSONS LEARNED
The STIP Public Involvement process is intended to provide the public an opportunity to offer thoughts and ideas regarding future transportation projects planned for their area. Striving for more inclusive participation at these meetings will lead to better decisions and more support for the projects that are ultimately constructed.
The following comments/suggestions were made at the August/September 2011 STIP public meetings. These suggestions will be taken into consideration to improve the next STIP meeting cycle.
Improve the accuracy of the maps and make them easier to find projects Include incentives to draw more participants to the meeting Have a more formal meeting structure. A brief presentation might answer the
same questions for many participants at the start of the meeting.
Planning for the Next STIP Cycle
In addition to the suggestions received at the 2011 STIP public meetings, the Consultant Team and the Department, including staff from the District Offices, will meet to discuss and assess the public involvement process for the 20122015 STIP. This meeting will provide valuable information about the 2011 meetings and the best ways for moving forward with planning for the next STIP public outreach effort.
Since public involvement planning is an iterative process, the STIP project team will continue to refine the ways in which the public is notified and engaged prior to and during the STIP public meetings. One measure for future years that would help participants locate projects of interest is to ensure that all streets and roadways mentioned in the STIP document and map key for a county are labeled on the map. Examples would be to label the two roadways that mark the beginning and end points on a third roadway which is the subject of the STIP entry.

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APPENDIX A: MEETING NOTICE and POSTER
Georgia Department of Transportation STIP Annual Public Involvement Report
FY 2012-2015

STAY INFORMED
Attend one of the 12 public meetings. Visit www.georgiastip.com Call or e-mail the GDOT representative for your District listed below with
questions or comments.

District 6 Greg Hood: (770) 387-3654 ghood@dot.ga.gov
District 3 Jack Reed: (706) 646-6982 jreed@dot.ga.gov
District 4 Shane Pridgen: (229) 386-3045 spridgen@dot.ga.gov

STAY CONNECTED
District 1 Kim Coley: (770) 532-5530 kcoley@dot.ga.gov
District 2 Vonda Everett: (478) 552-4631 veverett@dot.ga.gov
District 5 Teresa Scott: (912) 427-5788 tscott@dot.ga.gov

Georgia Department of Transportation STIP Coordinator Office of Planning One Georgia Center 600 West Peachtree Street, NW Atlanta, Georgia 30308

2011 MEETING SCHEDULE

DISTRICT 1
August 25, 2011 5:00--7:00 pm
City Hall 25 Alpenrosen Strasse
Helen, GA
September 1, 2011 5:00--7:00 pm
Jackson County Courthouse Jury Assembly Room
5000 Jackson Parkway Jefferson, GA

DISTRICT 4
August 16, 2011 5:00--7:00 pm Southwest Georgia Regional Development Center 30 West Broad Street
Camilla, GA
August 17, 2011 4:00--7:00 pm Mall at Waycross 2215 Memorial Drive Waycross, GA

DISTRICT 2
August 24, 2011 4:00--7:00 pm
Dublin Mall 2005 Veterans Boulevard
Dublin, GA
August 30, 2011 4:00--7:00 pm Milledgeville Mall 2400 North Columbia Street Milledgeville, GA

DISTRICT 5
August 17, 2011 4:00--7:00 pm Mall at Waycross 2215 Memorial Drive Waycross, GA
August 18, 2011 4:00--7:00 pm Statesboro Mall 718 Northside Drive East Statesboro, GA

DISTRICT 3 August 23, 2011 5:00--7:00 pm Russell Thomas, Jr. Public Safety Building Council Chambers 119 South Lee Street
Americus, GA
August 31, 2011 4:00--7:00 pm West Georgia Commons 1501 Lafayette Pkwy LaGrange, GA
All meeting locations are ADA accessible.

DISTRICT 6 August 23, 2011 5:00--7:00 pm GDOT District 6 Office 500 Joe Frank Harris Parkway Cartersville, GA
August 24, 2011 5:00--7:00 pm Carroll Co. Chamber of Commerce 200 Northside Drive Carrollton, GA
If you need a hearing interpreter, please contact your GDOT District representative prior to the meeting you plan to attend.

Statewide Transportation Improvement
Program 2012-2015

The Statewide Transportation Improvement Program identifies federally funded transportation projects such as highway, maintenance, bicycle, and pedestrian projects for Fiscal Years 2012-15. Come out to see what's planned for your area.
The State Transportation Improvement Program (STIP) is a GDOT four-year work program that is updated annually, exclusively for Georgia's non-urbanized areas. Included in the Draft FY 12-15 STIP are:
federally funded highway and bridge projects, maintenance projects, bicycle and pedestrian projects, transportation enhancement activities projects, and public transit projects.
If you live in a Metropolitan Planning Organization area, please contact your local MPO for projects in your area.
... Come out and

APPENDIX B: GDOT PRESS RELEASES
Georgia Department of Transportation STIP Annual Public Involvement Report
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GEORGIA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

For Immediate Release Tuesday, August 16, 2011

Teri Pope 404-274-6436

GDOT SEEKS PUBLIC INPUT AT LOCAL MEETINGS IN NORTHEAST GEORGIA

Helen/Jefferson, GA. The Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) announces open house meetings to solicit input on the Draft FY 2012 - 2015 Statewide Transportation Improvement Program (STIP).
The Gainesville District Office will sponsor two Open House meetings where the public can view the Draft FY 12-15 STIP, view maps of projects in the local area, discuss project with GDOT staff, and formally offer comments. The meetings are designed for the public and all constituents are encouraged to attend.
Thursday, August 25 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Helen City Hall located at 25 Alpenrosen Street in Helen. A second open house is scheduled in Northeast Georgia Thursday, September 1 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Jackson County Government Complex located at 5000 Jackson Parkway in Jefferson.
The STIP is a four-year program that specifies federally funded transportation projects for non-urban communities in rural Georgia for fiscal years 2012, 2013, 2014 and 2015. These projects include, but are not limited to, new construction and maintenance for interstates and state routes, and bridges. Additional projects include bicycle and pedestrian projects, transportation enhancement projects and public transit projects.
The STIP and therefore the open house information only includes information on projects planned in counties that are not designated as "metropolitan." The counties in Northeast Georgia included in the STIP are: Banks, Dawson, Elbert, Franklin, Habersham, Hart, Jackson, Lumpkin, Rabun, Stephens, Towns, Union and White.
Counties that are designated metropolitan areas review all of their projects through their Metropolitan Planning Organization and will have their public review times later in the year. The counties in Northeast Georgia included in Metropolitan Planning Organizations are Barrow, Clarke, Forsyth, Gwinnett, Hall, Madison, Oconee and Walton.
The Draft FY 12-15 STIP will also be available on the internet at www.georgiastip.com . The Department looks forward to working with the public during the development of the Draft FY 12-15 STIP.
The Georgia Department of Transportation is committed to providing a safe, seamless and sustainable transportation system that supports Georgia's economy and is sensitive to both its citizens and its environment. For more information on the Georgia Department of Transportation, please visit our web site www.dot.ga.gov .

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GEORGIA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

For Immediate Release Tuesday, August 16, 2011

Contact: Cissy Mc Nure 478-552-4656

GA DOT SEEKS PUBLIC REVIEW & COMMENT AT LOCAL MEETINGS

TENNILLE The Georgia Department of Transportation (GA DOT) will be presenting the Draft FY 2012 2015 Statewide Transportation Improvement Program (STIP) for public review and comment.
The STIP is a four-year program that specifies federally funded transportation projects for non-urban communities in rural Georgia for Fiscal Years 2012, 2013 2014 and 2015. These projects include, but are not limited to, new construction, improvements, and maintenance for interstates and state routes, and bridges. Additional projects include bicycle and pedestrian projects, transportation enhancement projects and public transit projects.
The Tennille District Office will sponsor two Open House meetings where the public can view the Draft FY 1215 STIP, view maps of projects in the local area, discuss projects with GA DOT staff, and formally offer comments. The meetings are open to the public and all constituents are encouraged and welcome to attend.
Meetings in East Georgia will be held:
Wednesday, August 24, from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Dublin Mall Tuesday, August 30, from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Milledgeville Mall
The general public is invited to view projects planned for Baldwin, Bleckley, Burke, Columbia, Dodge, Emanuel, Greene, Hancock, Jasper, Jefferson, Jenkins, Johnson, Laurens, Lincoln, McDuffie, Morgan, Newton, Oglethorpe, Putnam, Screven, Treutlen, Warren, Washington, Wilkes, and Wilkinson Counties. Projects for other counties in this region that are part of a Metropolitan Planning Organization (areas with more than 50,000 in population) will be available for public comment in a separate meeting, at a later date.
The Draft FY 12-15 STIP will also be available on the internet at www.georgiastip.com. The Department looks forward to working with the public during the development of the Draft FY 12-15 STIP.
The Georgia Department of Transportation is committed to providing a safe, seamless and sustainable transportation system that supports Georgia's economy and is sensitive to both its citizens and its environment. Georgia is the 6th fastest growing state in the nation, yet 49th in per capita spending on transportation. Additional transportation revenues are imperative to grow and sustain Georgia's economic vitality and quality of life through the 21st Century. For general information on the Georgia DOT, please visit our website (www.dot.ga.gov).
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GEORGIA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

For Immediate Release Friday, October 07, 2011

Kimberly Larson (706) 646-6938

GDOT SEEKS PUBLIC REVIEW AND COMMENT AT LOCAL MEETINGS ON STATEWIDE TRANSPORTATION PLAN

THOMASTON The Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) will be presenting the Draft FY 2012 - 2015 Statewide Transportation Improvement Program (STIP) for public review and comment.

The STIP is a four-year program that specifies federally funded transportation projects for non-urban communities in rural Georgia for fiscal years 2012, 2013, 2014 and 2015. These projects include, but are not limited to, new construction, improvements, and maintenance for interstates and state routes, and bridges. Additional projects include bicycle and pedestrian projects, transportation enhancement projects and public transit projects.

The Thomaston District Office will assist in sponsoring four Open House meetings where the public can view the Draft FY 12-15 STIP, view maps of projects in the local area, discuss project with GDOT staff, and formally offer comments. The meetings are open to the public and all constituents are encouraged and welcome to attend.

Meetings in West Georgia will be held:
Tuesday, August 23rd 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Americus City Hall (Russell Thomas, Jr. Public Safety Building) 119 South Lee Street, Americus, GA
Tuesday, August 30th 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Milledgeville Mall 2400 N. Columbis Street, Milledgeville, GA

Wednesday, August 24th 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Carroll County Chamber of Commerce 200 Northside Drive Carrollton, GA
Wednesday, August 31st 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. West Georgia Commons 1501 Lafayette Parlway, Lagrange, GA

The general public is invited to view projects planned for Butts, Crawford, Dooly, Harris, Heard, Jones, Lamar, Macon, Marion, Meriwether, Monroe, Peach, Pike, Pulaski, Schley, Spalding, Stewart, Sumter, Talbot, Taylor, Troup, Twiggs, Upson, and Webster Counties. Projects for other counties in this region that are part of a Metropolitan Planning Organization (areas with more than 50,000 in population) will be available for public comment in a separate meeting, at a later date.

The Draft FY 12-15 STIP will also be available on the internet at www.georgiastip.com . The Department looks forward to working with the public during the development of the Draft FY 12-15 STIP.

The Georgia Department of Transportation is committed to providing a safe, seamless and sustainable transportation system that supports Georgia's economy and is sensitive to both its citizens and its environment. For more information on the Georgia Department of Transportation, please visit our web site (www.dot.ga.gov).

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GEORGIA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

For Immediate Release Friday, October 07, 2011

Craig Solomon 229-309-9706

GDOT SEEKS PUBLIC REVIEW AND COMMENT AT LOCAL MEETINGS

Tifton/Jesup, GA. The Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) will be presenting the Draft FY 2012 - 2015 Statewide Transportation Improvement Program (STIP) for public review and comment.
The STIP is a four-year program that specifies federally funded transportation projects for non-urban communities in rural Georgia for fiscal years 2012, 2013, 2014 and 2015. These projects include, but are not limited to, new construction, improvements, and maintenance for interstates and state routes, and bridges. Additional projects include bicycle and pedestrian projects, transportation enhancement projects and public transit projects.
The Tifton and Jesup District Office will sponsor three Open House meetings where the public can view the Draft FY 1215 STIP, view maps of projects in the local area, discuss project with GDOT staff, and formally offer comments. The meetings are open to the public and all constituents are encouraged and welcome to attend.
Meetings in South Georgia will be held:
Tuesday, August 16 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Southwest Regional Development Center, 30 W. Broad St., Camilla. Wednesday, August 17 from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. at The Mall at Waycross, 2215 Memorial Dr., Waycross. Thursday, August 18 from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Statesboro Mall, 718 Northside Dr. East, Statesboro.
The general public is invited to view projects planned for Southeast and Southwest Georgia Counties. Projects for other counties in this region that are part of a Metropolitan Planning Organization (areas with more than 50,000 in population) will be available for public comment in a separate meeting, at a later date.
The Draft FY 12-15 STIP will also be available on the internet at www.georgiastip.com . The Department looks forward to working with the public during the development of the Draft FY 12-15 STIP.
The Georgia Department of Transportation is committed to providing a safe, seamless and sustainable transportation system that supports Georgia's economy and is sensitive to both its citizens and its environment. For more information on the Georgia Department of Transportation, please visit our web site www.dot.ga.gov .

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GEORGIA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

For Immediate Release Tuesday, September 27, 2011

Contact: The Office of Communications (404) 631-1827

GDOT Seeks Public Review and Comment at Local Meetings

JESSUP The Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) will be presenting the Draft FY 2012 - 2015 Statewide Transportation Improvement Program (STIP) for public review and comment.
The STIP is a four-year program that specifies federally funded transportation projects for non-urban communities in rural Georgia for fiscal years 2012, 2013, 2014 and 2015. These projects include, but are not limited to, new construction, improvements, and maintenance for interstates and state routes, and bridges. Additional projects include bicycle and pedestrian projects, transportation enhancement projects and public transit projects.
The Jessup District Office will sponsor Open House meetings where the public can view the Draft FY 12-15 STIP, view maps of projects in the local area, discuss project with GDOT staff, and formally offer comments. The meetings are open to the public and all constituents are encouraged and welcome to attend.
The Southeast Georgia meetings will be held:
Wednesday, August 17th, from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. at the Mall of Waycross Thursday, August 18th, from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. at the Statesboro Mall
The general public is invited to view projects planned for Appling, Bacon, Brantley, Bryan, Bulloch, Camden, Candler, Charlton, Effingham, Evans, Jeff Davis, Long, McIntosh, Montgomery, Pierce, Tattnall, Telfair, Toombs, Ware, Wayne, and Wheeler Counties. Projects for other counties in this region that are part of a Metropolitan Planning Organization (areas with more than 50,000 in population) will be available for public comment in a separate meeting, at a later date.
The Draft FY 12-15 STIP will also be available on the internet at www.georgiastip.com. The Department looks forward to working with the public during the development of the Draft FY 12-15 STIP.
The Georgia Department of Transportation is committed to providing a safe, seamless and sustainable transportation system that supports Georgia's economy and is sensitive to both its citizens and its environment. For more information on the Georgia Department of Transportation, please visit our web site (www.dot.ga.gov).

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GEORGIA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

For Immediate Release Monday, August 15, 2011

Mohamed Arafa (770) 387-4081

Two Open House Meetings in Northwest Georgia
GEORGIA DOT SEEKS PUBLIC COMMENT ON STATE TRANSPORTATION PLAN
CARTERSVILLE, Ga. The Georgia Department of Transportation invites the public to open house meetings to discuss the State Transportation Improvement Program (STIP). The STIP is a four-year program that specifies federally funded transportation projects for non-urban communities in rural Georgia for fiscal years 2012, 2013, 2014 and 2015. These projects include, but are not limited to, new construction, improvements, and maintenance for interstates and state routes, and bridges. Additional projects include bicycle and pedestrian project, transportation enhancement projects and public transit projects.
The Department will hold two Northwest Georgia open house meetings: Tuesday, August 23, 5 p.m. to 7 p.m., at the Georgia DOT District 6 Office, located at 500 Joe Frank Harris Parkway, S.E., Cartersville, and Wednesday, August 24, 5 p.m. to 7 p.m., at the Carroll County Chamber of Commerce, located at 200 Northside Drive in Carrollton.
Attendees will be able to view the Draft FY 12-15 STIP, maps of projects in the local area, discuss projects with Georgia DOT staff, and submit comments on individual projects. All interested parties are encouraged to participate.
The general public is invited to view projects planned for Bartow, Carroll, Chattooga, Dade, Fannin, Gilmer, Gordon, Haralson, Murray, Pickens, and Polk Counties. Projects for other counties in this region that are part of a Metropolitan Planning Organization (areas with more than 50,000 in population) will be available for public comment in a separate meeting, at a later date.
The Draft FY 12-15 STIP will also be available online at www.georgiastip.com
The Georgia Department of Transportation is committed to providing a safe, seamless and sustainable transportation system that supports Georgia's economy and is sensitive to both its citizens and its environment. Additional transportation revenues are imperative to grow and sustain Georgia's economic vitality and quality of life through the 21st Century. Georgia is the 6th fastest-growing state in the nation, yet 49th in per capita spending on transportation. For general information on the Georgia DOT, please visit our Web site (www.dot.ga.gov).
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GAINESVILLE - The Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) announces open house meetings to solicit input on the Draft FY 2012 2015 Statewide Transportation Improvement Program (STIP).
The Gainesville District Office will sponsor two Open House meetings where the public can view the Draft FY 12-15 STIP, view maps of projects in the local area, discuss project with GDOT staff, and formally offer comments. The meetings are designed for the public and all constituents are encouraged to attend.
The meetings will be held Thursday, August 25 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Helen City Hall and Thursday, September 1 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Jackson County Government Complex in Jefferson.
The STIP is a four-year program that specifies federally funded transportation projects for nonurban communities in rural Georgia for fiscal years 2012, 2013, 2014 and 2015. These projects include, but are not limited to, new construction and maintenance for interstates and state routes, and bridges. Additional projects include bicycle and pedestrian projects, transportation enhancement projects and public transit projects.
The STIP and therefore the open house information only includes information on projects planned in counties that are not designated as "metropolitan." The counties in Northeast Georgia included in the STIP are: Banks, Dawson, Elbert, Franklin, Habersham, Hart, Jackson, Lumpkin, Rabun, Stephens, Towns, Union and White.
Counties that are designated metropolitan areas review all of their projects through their Metropolitan Planning Organization and will have their public review times later in the year. The counties in Northeast Georgia included in Metropolitan Planning Organizations are Barrow, Clarke, Forsyth, Gwinnett, Hall, Madison, Oconee and Walton.
The Draft FY 12-15 STIP will also be available on the internet at www.georgiastip.com . The Department looks forward to working with the public during the development of the Draft FY 12-15 STIP.

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Georgia Department of Transportation is holding two open house meetings to discuss the State Transportation Improvement Program, one of which is set for Cartersville.
STIP is a four-year program that specifies federally funded transportation projects for non-urban communities in rural Georgia for fiscal years 2012, 2013, 2014 and 2015.
The projects include, but are not limited to, new construction, improvements, and maintenance for interstates and state routes and bridges. Additional projects include bicycle and pedestrian project, transportation enhancement projects and public transit projects.
The Cartersville meeting is set for Tuesday, Aug. 23, from 5 to 7 p.m. at the local GDOT office.
A second meeting is set for Carrollton on Wednesday, Aug. 24 from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Carroll County Chamber of Commerce, 200 Northside Drive in Carrollton.
Attendees will view the Draft FY 12-15 STIP, maps of projects in the local area, discuss projects with Georgia DOT staff and submit comments on individual projects. All interested parties are encouraged to participate.
The general public is invited to view projects planned for Bartow, Carroll, Chattooga, Dade, Fannin, Gilmer, Gordon, Haralson, Murray, Pickens and Polk counties.
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The Georgia Department of Transportation (GA DOT) will be presenting the Draft FY 2012 - 2015 Statewide Transportation Improvement Program (STIP) for public review and comment.
The STIP is a four-year program that specifies federally funded transportation projects for non-urban communities in rural Georgia for Fiscal Years 2012, 2013 2014 and 2015. These projects include, but are not limited to, new construction, improvements, and maintenance for interstates and state routes, and bridges. Additional projects include bicycle and pedestrian projects, transportation enhancement projects and public transit projects.
The Tennille District Office will sponsor two Open House meetings where the public can view the Draft FY 12-15 STIP, view maps of projects in the local area, discuss projects with GA DOT staff, and formally offer comments. The meetings are open to the public and all constituents are encouraged and welcome to attend.
A meeting will be held Wednesday, August 24, from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Dublin Mall
Another meeting takes place Tuesday, August 30, from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Milledgeville Mall.

The general public is invited to view projects planned for Baldwin, Bleckley, Burke, Columbia, Dodge, Emanuel, Greene, Hancock, Jasper, Jefferson, Jenkins, Johnson, Laurens, Lincoln, McDuffie, Morgan, Newton, Oglethorpe, Putnam, Screven, Treutlen, Warren, Washington, Wilkes, and Wilkinson Counties. Projects for other counties in this region that are part of a Metropolitan Planning Organization (areas with more than 50,000 in population) will be available for public comment in a separate meeting, at a later date.

The Draft FY 12-15 STIP will also be available on the internet at www.georgiastip.com. The Department looks forward to working with the public during the development of the Draft FY 12-15 STIP.

The Georgia Department of Transportation is committed to providing a safe, seamless and sustainable transportation system that supports Georgia's economy and is sensitive to both its citizens and its environment. Georgia is the 6th fastest growing state in the nation, yet 49th in per capita spending on transportation. Additional transportation revenues are imperative to grow and sustain Georgia's economic vitality and quality of life through the 21st Century. For general information on the Georgia DOT, please visit our website (www.dot.ga.gov).

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For Georgians who live in urban areas, transportation planning is managed by MPOs, Metropolitan Planning Organizations. For Georgians in more rural areas, GDOT handles transportation planning directly through the State Transportation Improvement Program (STIP). The STIP lists Federally-funded transportation projects that are located outside Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) boundaries. Each MPO in Georgia develops its own Transportation Improvement Program (TIP).

As the Final 2012-2015 STIP is developed, GDOT is encouraging attendance and feedback at one of several public meetings being held across the state, posted below. This is your chance to comment on the projects the Department has programmed for the next four years.

For a list of the major bike projects in the STIP, see our online spreadsheet.

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5-7 pm

Camilla, GA. 31730

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Mall at Waycross 2215 Memorial Dr.

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LAGRANGE, GA - The Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) will be presenting the Draft FY 2012 - 2015 Statewide Transportation Improvement Program (STIP) for public review and comment.

The Thomaston District Office will assist in sponsoring four Open House meetings where the public can view the Draft FY 12-15 STIP, view maps of projects in the local area, discuss project with GDOT staff, and formally offer comments. The meetings are open to the public and all constituents are encouraged and welcome to attend. The LaGrange meeting is scheduled for August 31 from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm at the West Georgia Commons.

The Draft FY 12-15 STIP will also be available on the internet at www.georgiastip.com . The Department looks forward to working with the public during the development of the Draft FY 12-15 STIP.

The Georgia Department of Transportation is committed to providing a safe, seamless and sustainable transportation system that supports Georgia's economy and is sensitive to both its citizens and its environment. For more information on the Georgia Department of Transportation, please visit our web site (www.dot.ga.gov).

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The public got a chance to see project plans included in the State Transportation Improvement Program (STIP) for the Northwest Georgia area in an open house at the Georgia Department of Transportation (DOT) offices in Cartersville Tuesday night.
The STIP is a four-year program which specifies federally funded transportation projects in rural areas for fiscal years 2012 through 2015.
Polk County is scheduled for some maintenance and safety work, according to the map. The maintenance project is planned for downtown Rockmart at the intersection of Highway 101 and U.S. 278.
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There are four safety projects planned. One of the larger ones runs from Aragon to Taylorsville along county roads 441, 442 and 444. Another is a small section of Lake Creek Road and a third is south of Rockmart on a stretch of county road going to Paulding County. There is another small project in the southwestern section of the county, but a specific street wasn't identifiable on the map.
Other counties included in the program are Bartow, Carroll, Chattooga, Dade, Fannin, Gilmer, Gordon, Haralson, Murray, and Pickens.
DOT spokesman Mohamed Arafa said other counties and municipalities with more than 50,000 people, like Floyd County, are part of another program so they aren't included in this plan. Other rural counties, like Walker, are included in the Chattanooga regional plan, he said.
The meeting didn't offer any speeches or formal presentations, just time for people to look at the maps of area plans and projects and talk with DOT officials. Arafa said that is by design.
"The open house is a format that has no formal presentations," he said. "It allows members of the public to come in and have a one-on-one conversation with our specialists."
Many of those attending the open house were from the group Coalition for the Right Road, a group opposed to the DOT's proposed route for the 411 connector linking Rome to the interstate. The group spent time looking at the Bartow map and then held signs in front of the building to promote their views.
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"At this time there has been no right-of-way acquisition and we are waiting on the federal reviews on historical studies, the Euharlee easement and testing at Dobbins Mine for the acid run-off," said Arafa. "We are working closely with the Federal Highway Safety Administration on this project and waiting for their reviews."

Arafa said that the purpose of the open house meetings is to gain public feedback and comments on all federally funded projects for the district in which they are planned. At Tuesday's meeting, maps were available for public view for projects planned for Bartow, Carroll, Chattooga, Dade, Fannin, Gilmer, Gordon, Haralson, Murray, Pickens and Polk counties.

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The department will hold two Northwest Georgia open house meetings:

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* Tuesday, Aug. 23, 5 to 7 p.m., at the Georgia DOT District 6 Office, 500 Joe Frank Harris Parkway S.E., Cartersville, and
* Wednesday, Aug. 24, 5 to 7 p.m., at the Carroll County Chamber of Commerce, 200 Northside Drive, Carrollton.

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Attendees will be able to view the Draft FY12-15 STIP, maps of projects in the local area, discuss projects with Georgia DOT staff, and submit comments on individual projects. All interested parties are encouraged to participate.

The general public is invited to view projects planned for Bartow, Carroll, Chattooga, Dade, Fannin, Gilmer, Gordon, Haralson, Murray, Pickens and Polk counties. Projects for other counties in this region that are part of a Metropolitan Planning Organization (areas with more than 50,000 in population) will be available for public comment in a separate meeting at a later date.

The Draft FY12-15 STIP will also be available online at www.georgiastip.com.

The Georgia Department of Transportation is committed to providing a safe, seamless and sustainable transportation system that supports Georgia's economy and is sensitive to both its citizens and its environment. Additional transportation revenues are imperative to grow and sustain Georgia's economic vitality and quality of life through the 21st Century. Georgia is the sixth fastestgrowing state in the nation, yet 49th in per capita spending on transportation. For general information on the Georgia DOT, visit www.dot.ga.gov.
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DOT to host open houses
The Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) will host two open house meetings to present the draft FY 2012 - 2015 Statewide Transportation Improvement Program (STIP) for public review and comment.
Maps of the proposed projects will also be available at the meetings..
The open house meetings for District 1 - which includes Stephens County as well as Banks, Dawson, Elbert, Franklin, Habersham, Hart, Jackson, Lumpkin, Rabun, Towns, Union and White Counties - will be hosted by the Gainesville District office.
The first open house meeting will be held on Thursday, Aug. 25 at the city hall meeting room in Helen (25 Alpenrosen Strasse) from 5-7 p.m.
The second open house meeting will be from 5-7 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 1 at the Jackson County Courthouse and Government Complex at 5000 Jackson Parkway in Jefferson.
The STIP is a four-year program that specifies federally funded transportation projects for non-urban communities in rural Georgia for Fiscal Years 2012, 2013 2014 and 2015.
These projects include, but are not limited to, new construction, improvements, and maintenance for interstates and state routes, and bridges.
Additional projects include bicycle and pedestrian projects, transportation enhancement projects and public transit projects.
The STIP program only deals with projects planned in counties not designated as "metropolitan."
Transportation projects in counties designated as "metropolitan" are handled under the Metropolitan Planning Organization, which will hold public reviews of its project list later in the year, according to the GDOT.
Northeast Georgia counties designated as metropolitan areas include
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Barrow, Clarke, Forsyth, Gwinnett, Hall, Madison, Oconee and Walton Counties.
The Draft FY 12-15 STIP will also be available on the internet at www.georgiastip.com.

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TENNILLE -- The Georgia Department of Transportation (GA DOT) will present the Draft FY 2012-2015 Statewide Transportation Improvement Program (STIP) for public review and comment during two open house meetings later this month.
The STIP is a four-year program that specifies federally funded transportation projects for non-urban communities in rural Georgia for Fiscal Years 2012, 2013 2014 and 2015. These projects include, but are not limited to, new construction, improvements, and maintenance for interstates and state routes, and bridges. Additional projects include bicycle and pedestrian projects, transportation enhancement projects and public transit projects.
The Tennille District Office will sponsor two open house meetings where the public can view the Draft FY 12-15 STIP, view maps of projects in the local area, discuss projects with GA DOT staff, and formally offer comments. The meetings are open to the public and all constituents are encouraged and welcome to attend.
Meetings area meetings will be held Wednesday, Aug. 24, from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Dublin Mall and Tuesday, Aug. 30, from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Milledgeville Mall.
The general public is invited to view projects planned for Baldwin, Bleckley, Burke, Columbia, Dodge, Emanuel, Greene, Hancock, Jasper, Jefferson, Jenkins, Johnson, Laurens, Lincoln, McDuffie, Morgan, Newton, Oglethorpe, Putnam, Screven, Treutlen, Warren, Washington, Wilkes, and Wilkinson Counties. Projects for other counties in this region that are part of a Metropolitan Planning Organization (areas with more than 50,000 in population) will be available for public comment in a separate meeting, at a later date.
The Draft FY 12-15 STIP will also be available online at www.georgiastip.com.

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APPENDIX E: TRANSLATED DOCUMENTS
Georgia Department of Transportation STIP Annual Public Involvement Report
FY 2012-2015

STIP
Programa Estatal para Mejorar la Transportacion
(STIP por sus signas en Ingles)
Que es el STIP?
El Programa STIP es el plan del estado de Georgia para hacer mejorar el sistema de transporte y obras publicas. Cubre un periodo de cuatro aos.
El STIP contiene un listado de todos los proyectos de transporte pagados por el gobierno federal durante el periodo fiscal 2012 a 2015. Algunos de estos proyectos incluyen carreteras, puentes, transporte publico, vas para las bicicletas y los peatnes, proyectos ferroviarios y mas.
Cmo se elabora el STIP?
El STIP es creado con la participacin de los ciudadanos de Georgia, de los llamados "Stakeholders" o partes interesadas, y de los municipios.
Los proyectos que estn en el STIP fueron identificados a travs del proceso continuo de planificacin del GDOT. Esto se considera de suma importancia para el transporte estatal. Estos proyectos cumplen con la misin del GDOT de proveer un sistema de transporte seguro, sin interrupciones, y sostenible, y que apoye a la economa de Georgia y responda a las necesidades de sus ciudadanos y al medioambiente.
Por qu debera involcrame?
El proceso de participacin pblica del STIP permite a la ciudadana y a todas las partes interesadas, la oportunidad de enterarse y opinar sobre los proyectos de transporte que se llevaran a cabo en los siguientes cuatro aos fiscales.
Se le insta al pblico a compartir con el GDOT sus ideas, sugerencias, y datos sobre las necesidades del sistema de transporte de Georgia. Puede ver el STIP actual y los anteriores en:
www.georgiastip.com

GEORGIA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

Para Divulgacin Inmediata Martes, 6 de Septiembre, 2011

Contacto: Oficina de Comunicaciones 404-631-1827

Las mejoras al sistema de transporte afectan nuestras vidas
GDOT Desea Escrutinio y Sugerencias por el Pblico en Reuniones Comunitarias

Atlanta El departamento de transportacin de Georgia (GDOT) busca su opinin y comentarios para el plan FY2012-2015, del Programa STIP, para mejoras al sistema de transporte y obras pblicas.

El STIP es un programa de cuatro aos que identifica proyectos de transporte pagados por el gobierno federal en localidades rurales de Georgia durante los anos fiscales 2012, 2013, 2014, y 2015. Algunos de estos proyectos incluyen nueva construcciones, mejoramientos y mantenimiento a las carreteras, rutas estatales, y puentes. Otros proyectos incluyen: vas para las bicicletas y los peatones, proyectos para el mejoramiento del transporte, y proyectos del transporte pblico.

Las opiniones del pblico son importantes para el desarrollo del STIP. El proceso de participacin pblica del STIP permite a la ciudadana opinar sobre los proyectos que se llevarn a cabo en sus localidades.

GDOT ofrecer reuniones llamadas "Open House" en diferentes partes del estado en sitios convenientes al pblico para que puedan repasar el propuesto plan FY 12-15 STIP. Personal del GDOT estar disponible para contestar preguntas y preocupaciones sobre el plan FY 12-15. Las reuniones estn abiertas al pblico, y se le urge a la ciudadana que asista.

El propuesto plan FY 12-15 STIP se puede ver en el Internet, en www.georgiastip.com. El Departamento se complace en trabajar con el pblico para la elaboracin del propuesto plan FY 12-15 STIP.

El Departamento de transportacin de Georgia, est comprometido a proveer un sistema de transporte seguro, sin interrupciones, y sostenible, y que apoye a la economa de Georgia y responda a las necesidades de sus ciudadanos y al medio ambiente. Para mas informacin sobre el Georgia DOT, por favor visite nuestra pagina Web, (www.dot.ga.gov).

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AVISO PBLICO
Perodo de repaso: Propuesta FY 2012- 2015. El departamento de transportacin de Georgia busca su opinin y comentarios para el Programa STIP, para mejoras al sistema de transporte y obras pblicas.
AVISO: El departamento de transportacin de Georgia presentar su propuesta para el plan FY12-15, del Programa STIP, para mejoras al sistema de transporte y obras pblicas. El STIP es un programa que identifica carreteras, puentes, vas para las bicicletas y los peatones, y proyectos para el mejoramiento del transporte. Proyectos que se anticipa que tendrn patrocinio por parte del gobierno federal y que estn en comunidades no urbanas del estado.
Se ofrecern reuniones llamadas "Open House" el <<date>> a las <<time>> en <<location name>>, <<address>>. Podr ver el propuesto plan FY 12-15 STIP y hacer comentarios formalmente. El personal de GDOT estar presente para contestar sus preguntas.
Son bienvenidos sus comentarios al STIP y se le urge a la ciudadana que asista.

APPENDIX F: SAMPLE MEETING DISPLAY MAP
Georgia Department of Transportation STIP Annual Public Involvement Report
FY 2012-2015

Statewide Transportation Improvement Program 2012-2015
District 5 - Bryan, Camden & McIntosh Counties

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PI: M003511 Maintenance

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PI: M003514
tu Pembroke Maintenance
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119

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204

PI: 533145 Replacement

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BRYAN

PI: 0008442

tu Reconstruction/

Rehabilitation

17

CHATHAM
Richmond Hill

PI: 532370

Reconstruction/

144

Rehabilitation

LIBERTY

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PI: M003507 Maintenance

PI: M003513

Maintenance

251

PI: 0007421 Reconstruction/ Rehabilitation
MCINTOSH
99
PI: M004393 Maintenance

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Interstates Major Roads Local Roads Cities
STIP Projects:
Capital Enhancement Maintenance New Construction Other Planning Reconstruction/Rehabilitation Replacement Safety

PIERCE

PI: 0007421 Reconstruction/ Rehabilitation

Darien

BRANTLEY
110

PI: M004264 Maintenance

GLYNN

252

I-95

CHARLTON

CAMDEN Woodbine

PI: M004265 Maintenance
PI: M003293 Maintenance

110
25 tu17

PI: 0002861, 0007414, & 0008666
Reconstruction/ Rehabilitation

Kingsland Kings
40 Bay Base

PI: 0009436 Safety

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St. Marys

Bryan 0008442 SR 25/US 17 @ SOMMERS BLVD
* 0008988 PEMBROKE DOWNTOWN REDEVELOPMENT - PHASE III 532370 SR 144 EB FROM S OF CR 100 TO S OF CR 154 533145 SR 26/US 80 @ OGEECHEE RIVER & OVERFLOW 9 MI S OF GUYTON M003511 I-16 WB & I-95 SB @ TRUCK WEIGH STATIONS - PHASE I M003514 I-16 @ EB TRUCK WEIGH STATION IN BRYAN - PHASE II M004401 SR 119 FROM LIBERTY COUNTY LINE TO SR 30
Camden 0002861 SR 40 FM W OF CS 481/GROVE BLVD TO E OF PR 718/TRUSS PLANT 0007414 CR 90/COLERAIN ROAD FM I-95 TO KINGS BAY ROAD 0008666 KINGSLAND BYPASS FROM CR 61 TO I-95 0009436 SR 40 SPUR @ SMR #861077N IN ST MARYS M003293 CAMDEN SR 40 TATNALL SR 147 SHOULDER PAVING VARIOUS LOC M004264 SR 110 FROM SR 25/CAMDEN TO SR 520/US 82/BRANTLEY M004265 SR 110 FROM SR 40 TO SR 25
M cIntosh * 0006540 DARIEN PEDESTRIAN CORRIDOR - PHASE III
0007421 I-95 @ SR 251 * 0008177 MCINTOSH COUNTY HIGHLANDER TRAIL - PHASE I
M003507 I-95 @ NB TRUCK WEIGH STATION IN MCINTOSH - PHASE I M003513 I-95 @ SB TRUCK WEIGH STATION IN MCINTOSH - PHASE II M004393 SR 99 FROM SR 25 TO 0.29 MI N OF CR 286/EULONIA LAKES ESTATE * Denotes projects not shown on map.
ATLANTIC OCEAN

For more information, contact Teresa Scott (912) 427-5788
tscott@dot.ga.gov



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APPENDIX G: HANDOUT & COMMENT FORM
Georgia Department of Transportation STIP Annual Public Involvement Report
FY 2012-2015

Statewide Transportation
Improvement Program
What is the STIP?
The Statewide Transportation Improvement Program, known as the STIP, is Georgia's fouryear transportation and capital improvements program. The STIP is a listing of federally-funded transportation projects within the state that are anticipated to be funded during fiscal years 2012-2015. Projects include highway, bridge, public transit, bike, pedestrian, railroad projects and other improvements.
How is the STIP developed?
The STIP is developed in coordination with the citizens of Georgia, interested stakeholders, and in direct cooperation with local governments. Projects listed in the STIP are identified through GDOT's ongoing planning processes and are vital to the state's transportation program. The projects support GDOT's mission to provide a safe, seamless and sustainable transportation system that supports Georgia's economy and is sensitive to its citizens and environment.
Why should I become involved?
The STIP Public Involvement Process gives all citizens and interested stakeholders the opportunity to review and comment on the state's transportation priorities for the next four fiscal years. The public is encouraged to become involved and provide GDOT with thoughts, suggestions and information about transportation needs for Georgia. The current, and previous, STIPs may be viewed at:
www.georgiastip.com

Statewide Transportation
Improvement Program
-Comment Form-
How did you hear about this meeting? GDOT Flyer Email Newspaper Radio Facebook Other (please explain): ______________________________________________________________________________ Did you find this meeting informational? Yes No
If not, what can be done to improve it? _____________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Do you have any questions or comments about a particular project? If so, please provide project number(s) or project description and County: ______________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Do you have any thoughts or comments you would like to share about other transportation issues? ________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Please provide the following information so that we may respond to you in writing: Name: _____________________________________________ Phone Number: __________________________________ Address: ______________________________________________________________________________________________ City, State, Zip: _________________________________________________________________________________________ Email: __________________________________________________________________________________________________
You may also view the draft STIP and submit your comments on the internet at: www.georgiastip.com

APPENDIX H: RESPONSE TO COMMENT LETTER
Georgia Department of Transportation STIP Annual Public Involvement Report
FY 2012-2015

Keith Golden, P.E., Commissioner

GEORGIA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
One Georgia Center, 600 West Peachtree Street, NW Atlanta, Georgia 30308 Telephone: (404) 631-1000

November 14, 2011

<<Address Block>>
Re: Georgia Department of Transportation STIP FY 2012-2015 Meeting Comments and Responses
<<Greeting Line>>
Thank you for your input regarding the FY 2012-2015 Statewide Transportation Improvement Program, known as the STIP. Your interest in this project and your comments are sincerely appreciated. Your comments will be made a part of the official record for the project. Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) has prepared this letter to address these comments so that all interested parties can be aware of the concerns raised and the responses given.
Approximately 194 citizens attended one of 11 public meetings held throughout the State of Georgia between August 16, 2011 and September 1, 2011. From the attendees, 19 comment cards were received.
There were three main questions/opportunities to provide feedback regarding the meeting or projects within each District:
Question 1 (Q1): Did you find this meeting informational? If not, what can be done to improve it?
Question 2 (Q2): Do you have any questions or comments about a particular project? If so, please provide project number(s) or project description and County
Question 3 (Q3): Do you have any thoughts or comments you would like to share about other transportation issues?
The attendees at the public meetings raised the following questions and concerns. Please find the comments, concerns, and questions listed below, along with their responses.
Comments and Responses
DISTRICT 1:
Comment 1: Q3 Interested in rural transit in NE Georgia, and what is involved in starting a company.
Response: As of right now, 10 Northeast Georgia counties have received rural transit vehicles (officially received in July 2010). Often times it is difficult for rural transit systems to be self-sustaining. However, GDOT can look at this & take suggestions. Another resource is the Aging and Disability Resource Connection Department (706-583-2546) at the Northeast Georgia Regional Commission who handles the existing transit system in this district.

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Comment 2: Q3 We are excited about the effort of the state to increase the number of transportation improvement projects over the next three years.
Response: Thank you and please continue to stay involved with the STIP by frequently visiting us on our website at www.georgiastip.com.
Comment 3: Q2 Ped. Upgrades @ 20 intersections - need details on 1-section in Young Harris Response: This project consists of installing pedestrian accommodations including; crosswalks, pedestrian countdown signals, and wheelchair ramps at a total of 20 total intersections 9 intersections in Lumpkin County,4 intersections in Union County, 2 intersections in White County and 5 intersections in Towns County. The intersection of SR 2 at Young Harris Street is included in this project and currently preliminary plans are still underway so more specific details are unavailable at this time. The environmental process and preliminary construction plans are anticipated to be completed by early 2012 and construction is anticipated for mid-late 2012. Please contact the project manager, Sue Anne Decker, at 706-646-6974 for more information.
Comment 4: Q3 Young Harris US 76-SR 2 should not be widened - need to bypass. Response: Design plans have not yet been approved for this project. However, the comment period closed in May 2011. Please contact the project manager, Steve Adewale, at 404-631-1578 for more information.
DISTRICT 2:
Comment 1: Q2 PI 0000833 is a long time needed project to connect US 441 N with US 80 East without crossing downtown Dublin.
Response: GDOT is working towards environmental approval at this time. Once the environmental document and right of way plans have been approved, Laurens County can proceed with purchasing needed land for the project. Currently, construction funds have not been identified for the project.
Comment 2: Q1 Everyone appeared receptive to our questions & were informative. The maps were helpful also. Just what we needed. Hope to hear more.
Response: GDOT appreciates your participation in the STIP public meetings. Please contact our office for information on upcoming projects anytime. Phone: 478-552-4631
Comment 3: Q2 0008978 & 001045 Please consider additional areas to put in bike lanes to improve safety for college students & recreational aging adults - as the population grows older an increase in cyclist will also.
Response: Both of these projects are originated through an application process by a local sponsor such as city, county or state authority, and their sole purpose is to promote nonvehicular transportation. GDOT has many years of successful pedestrian and bicycle projects and will gladly work with sponsors to achieve future projects.
Comment 4: Q3 The newer road including 441 has a 6ft shoulder, but the grooves are too deep for road bikes ->can these be altered to make cyclists safer -> now we choose the side next to the road to avoid the traffic!

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Response: The rumble strip design is standard for vehicular safety and cannot be altered. Bicyclists should ride to the right of the regular travel lane with the flow of traffic.
Comment 5: Q4 When are you going to complete the Hwy 441 expansion from Eatonton to I20/Morgan Co.?
Response: The project just north of Eatonton starts at the north end of the Eatonton Bypass and ends at the Morgan County Line (222580-). The purchase of right of way (land) is scheduled for 2015, with construction in 2017. The second project begins at the MorganPutnam County Line and ends just north of Pierce Dairy Road (222570-). The purchase of right of way is scheduled for 2014, with construction in 2016.
Comment 6: Q5 If you need additional funding, increase the gas usage tax. A 1 cent increase is less than a .03% increase.
Response: A gas tax cannot sustain a busy transportation program over the long haul. With car companies building more fuel efficient cars every year, a gas tax could not continually fund the state's need. Legislature has introduced a special sales tax to help fund transportation issues on a regional level. This tax should appear on the ballot statewide in August 2012. Please see the following links about the Transportation Investment Act of 2010. http://www1.legis.ga.gov/legis/2009_10/sum/hb1218.htm or http://www.it3.ga.gov/Pages/default.aspx
DISTRICT 3:
Comment 1: Q3 Long range project would be to 4 lane 280 through Webster Cty. to help safety & move truck traffic better.
Response: Currently there are two projects scheduled in long range that will reconstruct, rehabilitate and widen US280 between Richland and Plains. Further, a bike and pedestrian lane will be added to each the project. Project PI NO 0004752, Stewart/Webster, will widen US 280 from SR520 in Richland to SR41 in Preston. Project PI NO 4753, Sumter / Webster, will widen US 280 from SR41 in Preston to Plains City Limits.
Comment 2: Q2 Hamilton Road Widening - Troup County Response: Currently there is a project, PI NO 322250 Troup, that will widen a section of SR1 / US 27/Hamilton Road to 4 lanes between Auburn Ave. and SR 219 / Morgan Street. The project has approved funding for Construction in FY 2017. There is also another project, PI NO0008671 Troup, that will widen SR1 / US 27/Hamilton Road to four lanes from I85 To I185 and is currently in long range. Both of these projects, however, are on the final list of TSPLOST projects to be voted on next summer. Should the TSPLOST pass, some or all project phases for each of these projects will be complete within the next ten years. Yet another project, PI NO 0008870 Troup, currently in long range, will widen SR1 / US 27/Hamilton Road to four lanes from I 185 to CR 188/ Old Chipley Road.
Comment 3: Q3 Hope the TSPLOST passes, very important to rural counties, attention to Hwy 27 through Hamilton.

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Response: Although no project is currently planned for widening SR 1 / US27 through the City of Hamilton, the first two projects mentioned under comment 2, will be funded with TSPLOST dollars.
DISTRICT 4:
Comment 1: Q1 More structure to presentation overview (undefined) Response: The Department can look at this & take suggestions.
Comment 2: Q3 Rural safety enhancements. Intra-district connector roads enhancements Response: These type projects are handled through the DOT LMIG Projects each year.
DISTRICT 5: - No comments received
DISTRICT 6:
Comment 1: Q2 Punkintown Road - Mirror Lake Boulevard will be destroyed due to extreme traffic in this leg is approved.
Response: GDOT asked FHWA to agree to separate the environmental document for the two pieces so that the East Leg could be cancelled and the North Leg could proceed. FHWA has stated that GDOT needs to officially submit a revised Logical Termini Report for their review. The City Manager of Villa Rica has requested that the Environmental Consultant (Edwards Pitman) prepare a cost proposal to create the requested Logical Termini Report.
Comment 2: Q3 Our property access was not considered in last meeting. Response: When completing the design and feasibility of a project, adjacent property and Right of Way is always considered. The GDOT contact all affected property owners to inform them of how their property will be affected. Please contact the District 6 office at 770-387-3654 so that one of the department representatives can discuss the specific project and property in which you are referring to.
Comment 3: Q2 Villa Rica Bypass - East leg. Project is not needed and would provide minimal value at a high cost while disrupting several neighborhoods and a score of families.
Response: GDOT asked FHWA to agree to separate the environmental document for the two pieces so that the East Leg could be cancelled and the North Leg could proceed. FHWA has stated that GDOT needs to officially submit a revised Logical Termini Report for their review. The City Manager of Villa Rica has requested that the Environmental Consultant (Edwards Pitman) prepare a cost proposal to create the requested Logical Termini Report.
Comment 4: Q3 Encouraging growth seems ludicrous when we can't handle or fund the needs of the current population.
Response: GDOT does not necessarily encourage growth but rather attempt to make transportation related improvements to accommodate the present and anticipated growth. Please keep in mind that the projects being planned and designed today are designed to

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accommodate the projected traffic for up to 20 years in the future, based on current growth rates and trends.
Comment 5: Q1 Need more details on the projects. The info is online, why not have it here too! Response: The STIP provides an opportunity for citizens to find out project information and to give feedback on the state's transportation priorities for the next four fiscal years. At every meeting there are DOT representatives present who can answer specific project questions. Please contact the District 6 office at 770-387-3654 so that one of the department representatives can appropriately answer your specific project questions.
Comment 6: Q2 PI 8459 need details. Need proper signage on the map. Villa Rica Projects no labeled correctly. SR 61 & SR 101 not labeled.
Response: GDOT tries to ensure that the maps provided at the meetings appropriately represent both the roadway system as well as the STIP projects accurately. The Department apologizes for any incorrect signage. The maps have been corrected and are now available on the STIP website: www.georgiastip.com
Comment 7: Q1 More formal meeting & discussion. Maps were terrible, not detailed & incorrect!!
Response: Please refer to the responses to Comments 5 & 6 above. In addition, the STIP meetings are designed serve as venue for citizens to ask questions about the various projects in your district. Some of the projects have more formal meetings such as a Public Information Open House where there is only one project being presented and more specific project details can be discussed. These meetings are typically advertised at least 30 days in advance and are open to anyone. If you have questions on a specific project please contact the District 6 office at 770-387-3654 so that one of the department representatives can make sure your questions are appropriately answered.
Comment 8: Q2 STP00-0018-01(067) the North Loop of the Villa Rica By-Pass is fine & is needed. The so-call East Loop GWW00-5053-00(002) is unnecessary, provides no value, disrupts an existing community & unnecessarily destroys houses. This loop was NOT in the original plans. DO NOT COMPLETE! Save $7M.
Response: Thank you for your participation, GDOT asked FHWA to agree to separate the environmental document for the two pieces so that the East Leg could be cancelled and the North Leg could proceed. FHWA has stated that GDOT needs to officially submit a revised Logical Termini Report for their review. The City Manager of Villa Rica has requested that the Environmental Consultant (Edwards Pitman) prepare a cost proposal to create the requested Logical Termini Report.
Comment 9: Q3 Residents of Mirror Lake oppose the East Loop. Response: Thank you for your participation, the Department will take this into consideration.
Comment 10: Q1 No one would help me because I was with the CoRR.

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Response: All citizens, regardless of affiliation, are welcome to the STIP meetings to have their questions answered. Please contact our office if you feel that your questions were not appropriately addressed. Phone: 770-387-3654
Comment 11: Q2 The 411 Connector Comment 12: Q3 We do not need to waste out tax dollars on a 214 million dollars on a route that Bartow County does not need Comment 13: Q2 214,000,000 is too much to pay for a 411 connector #661950 (D-VE). Plus, the fact that the families that would lose their homes to build this; only receiving the value of their property and not being paid for their homes. Its Eminate Domain OUT OF CONTROL
Response for Comments 11-13: GDOT appreciates your participation in the STIP public meetings. Thank you for your concern and the department will take these comments into further consideration. Please contact the District 6 office for more specific questions on this project with regard to its feasibility and allocated funding. Phone: 770-387-3640.
Comment 14: Q1 No one from GDOT would come talk to us because we have our D-VE Stop stickers on! I was here to find out more about other projects not the 411 connector.
Response: GDOT makes every effort to answer your questions at the meetings and to provide contact information for questions to be answered via email, the comment forms, and telephone. Please keep in mind that some meetings attract more citizens than other and the department makes plans to staff these meeting appropriately. Some questions may have taken a lot longer to answer than others, and try to answer questions in the order which they were asked, but please be assured, no one was intentionally ignored.
Comment 15: Q2 Like more info on Tax money, and where it will be going. Response: The final STIP has been posted on our website, georgiastip.com. The STIP contains information on revenues and expenditures in the next four years.
Comment 16: Q3 Yes! 411 Response: Please feel free to contact our office for answers to project questions. Phone: 770-387-3654
Comment 17: Q2 (1) Bartow County Project 621350 (Hwy 20 Relocation) When will ROW Acquisition be completed? (2) Bartow County Projects 661950 (411 Connector) How do I get information on historical/environmental review of this project?
Response: (1) Right of Way for 621350 is planned to begin this year. The department does not have an exact date at this time. (2) To obtain copies of the final SEIS please contact Mr. Glen Bowman, State Environmental Administrator at 404-631-1100.
Comment 18: Q3 Yes - As to 411 connector, the majority of Bartow & Floyd County citizens DO NOT want the route changed - - keep route D-VE and build road A.S.A.P.!!!
Response: Thank you for your attendance to this meeting. However, there were various public meetings (both PIOH and PHOH) for this particular project; the last one was held on March 18, 2010. At this meeting, there were 41 written comments and 27 oral comments, of

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which 32 were "for" the project and 17 were "against" the project. The department feels as if having both the community support as well as sufficient evidence from the engineering study warrants the decision to continue to move forward with this project at this time.
Thank you for attending the 2011 Georgia Department of Transportation Statewide Transportation Improvement Program Meetings. Your attendance and your comments are appreciated. Your comments will be made a part of the official record of the project.
Sincerely, Glenn Bowman, P.E. State Environmental Administrator