Identify concerned or affected publics Public participation efforts are designed for the audience. Anyone can contact a leader. The message is constructed with the audience in mind. The correct media is contacted for informing the public about the meeting. Delineate clear roles and responsibilities for participants Participants are clearly identified.
Participants have clear roles and responsibilities.
A preliminary subcommittee report as outlined in the action plan is produced by the winter 1996. In the spring 1997 the BTMC holds special meetings to develop innovative mechanisms for public involvement. Work with stakeholders and legislators to prepare recommendations for legislation. The subcommittee continuously reviews public involvement and suggests refinements to the process as necessary. The BTMC educates agencies and stakeholders on the need to involve the public.