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 H:\PROJECTS\100\155-125 STIP PI\PI Report\Draft Report revised 101309 eb[2].doc i Georgia Department of Transportation STIP Annual Public Involvement Report FY 2012-2015 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. A Georgia Department of Transportation STIP Annual Public Involvement Report FY 2012-2015 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 1 Georgia Department of Transportation STIP Annual Public Involvement Report FY 2012-2015 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. 2 Georgia Department of Transportation STIP Annual Public Involvement Report FY 2012-2015 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. 3 Georgia Department of Transportation STIP Annual Public Involvement Report FY 2012-2015 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.) 4 Georgia Department of Transportation STIP Annual Public Involvement Report FY 2012-2015 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. 5 Georgia Department of Transportation STIP Annual Public Involvement Report FY 2012-2015 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. 6 Georgia Department of Transportation STIP Annual Public Involvement Report FY 2012-2015 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. 7 Georgia Department of Transportation STIP Annual Public Involvement Report FY 2012-2015 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 8 Georgia Department of Transportation STIP Annual Public Involvement Report FY 2012-2015 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. 9 Georgia Department of Transportation STIP Annual Public Involvement Report FY 2012-2015 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 FY 2012-2015 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 . ### 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). ### 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). ### 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 . ### 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). ### 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). ### APPENDIX C: RADIO ADVERTISEMENT Georgia Department of Transportation STIP Annual Public Involvement Report FY 2012-2015 True Statewide Coverage 22,500 40,600 572,700 28,000 143,500 86,000 120,700 1,142,400 weekly listeners across each DMA that include a Georgia County 1,600 137,000 82,000 32.300 *SOURCE: Arbitron NRD, Fall `09 Monday through Sunday, 5:00 a.m. 7:00 p.m., Cume person 12+ State of Georgia Vendor #7990 Clear Channel Atlanta Radio and Online Savannah, Georgia MSA RANK #157 QUALITY LINE-UP: Station Frequency WAEV 97.3-FM WLVH 101.1-FM WQBT 94.1-FM WSOK 1230-AM WTKS 1290-AM WYKZ 98.7-FM Format Contemporary Hit Radio Urban AC Urban Contemporary Gospel Talk Soft AC 1-Week Traffic Schedule 6 6 6 8 9 5 CLEAR CHANNEL TRAFFIC DELIVERS... 2-Weeks GRPS GIMPS Adults 25-54 71.6 103,400 Adults 18+ 78 201,800 Fall 2010 Arbitron 40 Sponsorships Per Week Average Cost Per Sponsorship: $25 Cost Per Package Per Week: $1,000 2-Week Cost: $2,000 Net RCH % 29.8 31.2 FREQ 2.4 2.5 CLEAR CHANNEL TRAFFIC is a reach-building network of top-tier radio stations and other branding vehicles. CLEAR CHANNEL TRAFFIC delivers traffic reports and/or other sponsorship opportunities in over 200 markets throughout the U.S. and internationally. Macon, Georgia MSA RANK #156 QUALITY LINE-UP: Station Frequency WIBB 1280-AM WIBB 97.9-FM WPCH 96.5-FM WQBZ 106.3-FM WRBV 101.7-FM Format Urban Talk Urban Contemporary Classic AC Rock Urban AC 1-Week Traffic Schedule 14 13 13 13 13 CLEAR CHANNEL TRAFFIC DELIVERS... 2-Weeks GRPS GIMPS Adults 18+ 130.2 338,400 Adults 25-54 Fall 2010 Arbitron 153.6 210,800 RCH % 36.2 42.7 FREQ 3.6 3.6 66 Sponsorships Per Week Average Cost Per Sponsorship: $15 Cost Per Package Per Week: $990 2-Week Cost: $1,980 Net CLEAR CHANNEL TRAFFIC is a reach-building network of top-tier radio stations and other branding vehicles. CLEAR CHANNEL TRAFFIC delivers traffic reports and/or other sponsorship opportunities in over 200 markets throughout the U.S. and internationally. Columbus, Georgia MSA RANK #188 QUALITY LINE-UP: Station Frequency WAGH 101.3-FM WBFA 98.3-FM WDAK 540-AM WGSY 100.1-FM WHAL 1460-AM WSHE 1270-AM WSTH 106.1-FM WVRK 102.9-FM Format Urban AC Hip-Hop/R&B News/Talk Adult Contemporary Sports Southern Gospel Country Rock 1-Week Traffic Schedule 8 8 10 8 8 8 8 8 CLEAR CHANNEL TRAFFIC DELIVERS... 2-Weeks GRPS GIMPS Adults 18+ 101.6 193,600 Adults 25-54 Fall 2010 Metro Arbitron 120 120,000 RCH % 37.6 41.4 FREQ 2.7 2.9 66 Sponsorships Per Week Average Cost Per Sponsorship: $15 Cost Per Package Per Week: $990 2-Week Cost: $1,980 Net CLEAR CHANNEL TRAFFIC is a reach-building network of top-tier radio stations and other branding vehicles. CLEAR CHANNEL TRAFFIC delivers traffic reports and/or other sponsorship opportunities in over 200 markets throughout the U.S. and internationally. Augusta, Georgia MSA RANK #110 QUALITY LINE-UP: Station Frequency WBBQ 104.3-FM WEKL 105.7-FM WIBL 102.3-FM WKSP 96.3-FM WPRW 107.7-FM WYNF 1380-AM Format Adult Contemporary Classic Hits Country R&B Oldies Urban Contemporary Sports Talk 1-Week Traffic Schedule 11 11 11 11 11 11 CLEAR CHANNEL TRAFFIC DELIVERS... 2-Weeks GRPS GIMPS Adults 18+ 107.8 418,000 Adults 25-54 Fall 22010 Metro Arbitron 121.0 250,800 RCH % 37.2 40.3 FREQ 2.9 3.0 66 Sponsorships Per Week Average Cost Per Sponsorship: $15 Cost Per Package Per Week: $990 2-Week Cost: $1,960 Net CLEAR CHANNEL TRAFFIC is a reach-building network of top-tier radio stations and other branding vehicles. CLEAR CHANNEL TRAFFIC delivers traffic reports and/or other sponsorship opportunities in over 200 markets throughout the U.S. and internationally. Albany, Georgia MSA RANK #271 QUALITY LINE-UP: Station Frequency WJIZ 96.3-FM WJYZ 960-AM WMRZ 98.1-FM WOBB 100.3-FM WGEX 97.3-FM Format Urban Contemporary Gospel Urban AC Country Classic Hits 1-Week Traffic Schedule 14 14 14 14 14 CLEAR CHANNEL TRAFFIC DELIVERS... 2-Weeks GRPS GIMPS Adults 18+ 215.6 210,000 Adults 25-54 Spring/Fall 2010 Aribtron 243.6 123,200 RCH % 53.9 59.4 FREQ 4.0 4.1 70 Sponsorships Per Week Average Cost Per Sponsorship: $14 Cost Per Package Per Week: $980 2-Week Cost: $1,960 Net CLEAR CHANNEL TRAFFIC is a reach-building network of top-tier radio stations and other branding vehicles. CLEAR CHANNEL TRAFFIC delivers traffic reports and/or other sponsorship opportunities in over 200 markets throughout the U.S. and internationally. Atlanta, Georgia 75 spots MSA RANK #7 QUALITY LINE-UP: Station Frequency Format 1-Week Traffic Schedule WBZY 105.3-FM Regional Mexican 5 WCOH 1400-AM Classic Country 3 WEKS 92.5-FM Hot Country 3 WGST 640-AM News/Talk M-Sun 14 WKLS 96.1-FM Rock 6 WMGP 98.1-FM Hot AC 3 WUBL 94.9-FM Country 8 WVCC 720-AM News/Talk 3 WWVA 96.7-FM Rhythmic CHR (no charge) 5 WWVA 105.7-FM Rhythmic CHR 5 10x Streaming per station on WUBL, WBZY, WGST, WKLS, and WWVA CLEAR CHANNEL TRAFFIC DELIVERS... DEMO* GRPS GIMPS Adults 25-54 66.6 PPM Oct/Nov/Dec 2011 1-week schedule 737,000 RCH % 30% FREQ 2.2 50 Sponsorships Per Week Average Cost Per Sponsorship: $95 Cost Per Package Per Week: $4,750 2 Week Schedule: $9500 APPENDIX D: MEDIA COVERAGE DOCUMENTATION Georgia Department of Transportation STIP Annual Public Involvement Report FY 2012-2015 DOT plans road improvement hearings in Helen, Jefferson | AccessNorthGa Page 1 of 4 Search log in | register free HOME NEWS SPORTS WEATHER COMMUNITY CLASSIFIEDS HOME WHITE COUNTY NEWS Posted: Wednesday, August 17th 2011 at 6:41am DOT plans road improvement hearings in Helen, Jefferson By Staff EMAIL STORY CONTACT EDITOR PRINT 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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This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed without permission. http://www.accessnorthga.com/detail.php?n=241168 10/4/2011 DOT plans road improvement hearings in Helen, Jefferson | AccessNorthGa Breaking News Candidates continue to qualify for special elections Habesham Co. road reopens Christie: 'Now is not my time' for White House bid Public's help sought in finding tractor-trailer involved in hit-and-run Attorney: Execution delayed for Ga. inmate Intersection closing for repairs Other Stories White County boy succumbs to injuries following home accident Fire Danger Alert Cold front bringing fire danger, frost possibility White Co. schools facing 'tough decisions' 2-month-old unhurt in car chase; suspect sought Page 2 of 4 http://www.accessnorthga.com/detail.php?n=241168 10/4/2011 GDOT Seeks Public Input - Cartersville, GA Patch Government Print Email GDOT Seeks Public Input Two open houses are scheduled and one is set for Cartersville. August 16, 2011 0 Comments 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. http://cartersville.patch.com/articles/gdot-seeks-public-input Page 2 of 4 10/4/2011 GDOT Seeks Public Input - Cartersville, GA Patch 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. Page 3 of 4 Follow this article Submit a tip Add photos & video 0 Comments Leave a comment Submit > Advertise Advertise on Patch and reach potential customers in your backyard and beyond. 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August 18, 2011 Breaking News DHS football coach placed on probation - 18 Minutes Ago Murray part of state transportation plan to be discussed in two meetings Submitted by the Georgia Department of Transportation The Georgia Department of Transportation invites the public to open house meetings in Cartersville and Carrollton to discuss the State Transportation Improvement Program (STIP). The public is invited to view projects planned for Bartow, Carroll, Chattooga, Dade, Fannin, Gilmer, Gordon, Haralson, Murray, Pickens and Polk counties. Welcome to our online comments feature. To join the discussion, you must first register with Disqus and verify your email address. Once you do, your comments will post automatically. We welcome your thoughts and your opinions, including unpopular ones. We ask only that you keep the conversation civil and clean. We reserve the right to remove comments that are obscene, racist or abusive and statements that are false or unverifiable. Repeat offenders will be blocked. You may flag objectionable comments for review by a moderator. Like Add New Comment Projects for other counties in this region that are part of a Metropolitan Planning Organization (areas with Type your comment here. more than 50,000 in population) will be available for public comment in a separate meeting, at a later date. 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 but are not limited and 2015. These projects to, new construction, include, Showing 1 comment improvements, maintenance for interstates and state routes, and bridges. Additional projects include bicycle and pedestrian projects, transportation Sort by Oldest first Subscribe by email enhancement projects and public transit projects. Subscribe by RSS Post as ... The meetings are Tuesday, Aug. 23, from 5 to 7 p.m. at the GDOT District 6 Office at 500 Joe Frank Harris Parkway S.E., Cartersville, and Wednesday, Mimi 1 month ago http://daltondailycitizen.com/local/x15272696/Murray-part-of-state-transportation-plan-to-be-discusse... 10/4/2011 Murray part of state transportation plan to be discussed in two meetings Local News The Daily C... Page 2 of 2 Aug. 24, from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Carroll County Chamber of Commerce, 200 Northside Drive in Carrollton. I would have stayed in GA if there had been mass transit available to me please dont model it after tampa mass transit never runs on time always detours Attendees will be able to view the draft STIP and maps of projects, discuss the projects with GDOT staff and submit comments on individual projects. All interested parties are encouraged to participate. Like Reply The draft STIP will also be available online at www.georgiastip.com. comments powered by DISQUS For general information on GDOT, visit www.dot.ga.gov. The Daily Citizen, Dalton, GA 308 S. Thornton Ave. Dalton, GA 30720 http://daltondailycitizen.com/local/x15272696/Murray-part-of-state-transportation-plan-to-be-discusse... 10/4/2011 Ga. DOT Welcomes Public Comment on Improvement Program | Community Spirit | Dublin News Page 1 of 3 You are at dublin.13wmaz.com Disable this warning for 30 days. 13WMAZ.com MORE 13WMAZ SITES Find stories and video Log in SEARCH Contact us Make Your Picks for the Jones Zone Week 7! Pet of the Week: Danica Ga. DOT Welcomes Public Comment on Improvement Program Submitted by Jacqueline Harnevious, 13WMAZ Community Web Producer Wednesday, August 17th, 2011, 1:25pm Topics: Community Spirit, People, Public Spaces, Transportation Firefighters Wanted for Chili Cook-Off Print E-mail 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 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. STIP PUBLIC MEETING DATES & LOCATIONS DISTRICT DATE VENUE TIME District 4 Tuesday August 16 Southwest Georgia Regional Development Center 30 West Broad St. 5-7 pm Camilla, GA. 31730 District 4/5 Wednesday August 17 Mall at Waycross 2215 Memorial Dr. 4-7 pm Waycross, GA. 31501 District 5 Thursday August 18 Statesboro Mall 718 Northside Drive East, 4-7 pm Statesboro, GA District 3 Tuesday August 23 Americus City Hall Russell Thomas, Jr. Public Safety Building 5-7 pm Council Chambers 119 South Lee Street Americus, GA 31709 District 2 Wednesday August 24 Dublin Mall 2005 Veterans Boulevard 4-7 pm Dublin, GA District 6 Tuesday August 23 GDOT District 6 Conference Room 500 Joe Frank Harris Parkway Southeast 5-7pm Cartersville, GA 30120-6618 http://www.georgiabikes.org/index.php/blog/191-stip-comment 10/4/2011 Rural transportation plan (STIP) open for public comment Page 2 of 3 District 6 District 1 District 2 District 3 District 1 Wednesday August 24 Thursday August 25 Tuesday August 30 Wednesday August 31 Thursday September 1 Carroll County Cham. of Commerce 200 Northside Drive Carrollton, GA City of Helen, City Hall 25 Alpenrosen Strasse Helen, GA 30545 Meeting Room Milledgeville Mall 2400 North Columbia Street Milledgeville, GA West Georgia Commons 1501 Lafayette Pkwy LaGrange, GA Jackson County Courthouse and Government Complex 5000 Jackson Parkway Jefferson, GA 30549 5-7 pm 5-7 pm 4-7 pm 4-7 pm 5-7 pm District Representatives District 1: Kim Coley 770-532-5530 District 2: Vonda Everett 478-552-4631 District 3: Jack Reed 706-646-6982 District 4: Shane Pridgen 229-386-3045 District 5: Teresa Scott 912-427-5788 District 6: Greg Hood 770-387-3654 < Prev Last Updated on Thursday, 11 August 2011 14:25 Next > http://www.georgiabikes.org/index.php/blog/191-stip-comment 10/4/2011 Rural transportation plan (STIP) open for public comment Page 3 of 3 2011 Georgia Bikes | 279 Savannah Ave. Athens, GA 30601 USA | info@georgiabikes.org | 706-372-9529 Site Design and Development: Clark Creative http://www.georgiabikes.org/index.php/blog/191-stip-comment 10/4/2011 Discuss plans for roads in LaGrange with Georgia DOT | News | LaGrange News Page 1 of 2 You are at lagrange.wtvm.com Disable this warning for 30 days. WTVM.com MORE WTVM SITES Find stories and video Log in SEARCH Contact us Another Go-Cart stolen in Troup County Police are looking for this Corley Drugs ... Department of Labor hosting Job Expo in ... Discuss plans for roads in LaGrange with Georgia DOT Submitted by Joshua Ninke, Community Web Producer Monday, August 15th, 2011, 12:31pm Topics: News, Public Spaces, Transportation Print E-mail 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). Topics: News, Public Spaces, Transportation Share with friends TOP LAGRANGE STORIES Crime Crime Events News I-85 lane closure through Thursday Another Go-Cart stolen in Troup County Police are looking for this Corley Drugs ... Department of Labor hosting Job Expo in ... 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(Melody Dareing/thepolkfishwrap.com) 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. http://www.thepolkfishwrap.com/view/full_story/15198039/article-STIP-plans-unveiled-to-public-in-... 10/4/2011 The Fish Wrap - STIP plans unveiled to public in DOT office open house 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. Share This Article | similar stories GDOT seeks public comment on state transportation plan | 1 month ago Georgia DOT seeks public review on federally-funded projects Polk Co. and Northwest Georgia | 13 months ago 411 Connector protests set for project open house | 13 months ago Notice of public hearing for housing authority plan review | 2 years ago State's redistricting plans up for Thursday vote | 1 month ago post a comment comments (0) no comments yet Postings are not edited and are the responsibility of the author. You agree not to post comments that are abusive, threatening or obscene. Postings may be removed at our discretion. Page 2 of 3 http://www.thepolkfishwrap.com/view/full_story/15198039/article-STIP-plans-unveiled-to-public-in-... 10/4/2011 The Fish Wrap - STIP plans unveiled to public in DOT office open house Page 3 of 3 help about us contact us software copyright 2010 matchbin inc. content copyright 2010 The Fish Wrap. this software is in a public beta test phase read our privacy policy The Fish Wrap - News, classifieds, businesses, and events in the area of Cedartown and Rockmart, GA. http://www.thepolkfishwrap.com/view/full_story/15198039/article-STIP-plans-unveiled-to-public-in-... 10/4/2011 The Daily Tribune News - GDOT open house allows citizens to voice opinions You are at daily-tribune.com Disable this warning for 30 days. Page 1 of 2 HOME Contact Subscribe E-edition October 4, 2011 Jobs Weather Forecast articles Real Estate Cars Classifieds Obituaries GDOT open house allows citizens to voice opinions by Amanda Stegall 1 month ago | 1546 views | 0 | 15 | | Local News Bartow Blotter Sports Lifestyles Business Directory Opinion A group attending Tuesday night's Georgia Department of Transportation open house in Bartow County looks at the Statewide Improvement Program that includes Bartow's District 6. Facing the poster from the left, Norma Gross, Mable Cook, Pamela Potter, Tracy Rodger and Mary Martin. SKIP BUTLER/The Daily Tribune News Editorials Letters to Editor Columnists Local Events The Wire Locals opposed to the suggested U.S. Highway 411 Connector, Route D-VE gathered with officials from the Georgia Department of Transportation Tuesday evening to discuss the project. Order Photos Advertising Rates Schools While perusing maps with several projects drawn as color-coded routes, Mohamed Arafa, GDOT communications specialist, told citizens that there have been no changes to the original plan. Visitors Center "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. Members of the Coalition for the Right Road (CORR) were on hand, questioning the current activity on the plans for the controversial proposed Route D-VE. The group opposes the route due to environmental concerns and excessive taxpayer cost. Citing a similar situation in Pennsylvania where a pyrite mine was cored through to build a road, CORR member Tracy Rogers said the Bartow group fears a repeat problem. "The acid run-off would go to the Etowah River," said Rogers. "Part of a stream in Pennsylvania was killed and we don't want that to happen here." sign in search http://daily-tribune.com/view/full_story/15193878/article-GDOT-open-house-allows-citizens-to-voice... 10/4/2011 The Daily Tribune News - GDOT open house allows citizens to voice opinions Construction could begin for the new route in 2015, pending the environmental and federal reviews as well as an approval to build the connection. A second open house for the district will be held today at the Carroll County Chamber of Commerce, 200 Northside Drive, Carrollton, from 5 to 7 p.m. For general information on the Georgia DOT, visit www.dot.ga.gov. Share This Article | similar stories 'Open Letter to GDOT Board Member David Doss' | 14 months ago Battle over U.S. 411 Connector is all about the route | 14 months ago 'We concerned citizens cannot sit back and wait for 'a process" | 13 months ago GDOT seeks public comment on state transportation plan in open house | 1 month ago 'There are easily thousands opposed to the current route...' | 14 months ago HOME Contact Subscribe Calendar Advertising Rates Archives Copyright 2011 The Daily Tribune. All rights reserved. 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These projects include, but are not limited to, new construction, Business Directory improvements and maintenance for interstates and state routes, and bridges. Opinion Editorials Additional projects include bicycle and pedestrian project, transportation enhancement projects and public transit projects. Letters to Editor Columnists The department will hold two Northwest Georgia open house meetings: Local Events The Wire Order Photos Advertising Rates Schools * 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. Visitors Center 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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Page 1 of 2 Print Page Tuesday, October 4, 2011 Last modified Thursday, August 18, 2011 10:21 AM EDT 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 http://www.thetoccoarecord.com/articles/2011/08/19/news/top_stories/doc4e4d1de2b0e65939922080.... 10/4/2011 .: Print Version :. 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. Page 2 of 2 http://www.thetoccoarecord.com/articles/2011/08/19/news/top_stories/doc4e4d1de2b0e65939922080.... 10/4/2011 DOT to hold open house meetings Local News The Union Recorder Page 1 of 1 August 21, 2011 DOT to hold open house meetings The Union-Recorder 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. http://unionrecorder.com/local/x2080079638/DOT-to-hold-open-house-meetings 10/4/2011 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). ### 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. 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