Focusing Use previously generated or new issue maps, influence diagrams, flowcharts, or other tools that display the problem. Brainstorm options to address one cause or area at a time. Check off areas after you look at them. This helps ensure that major pieces aren't overlooked. Public Involvement A review brainstorming session may turn up new ideas and will help ensure you've thought of everything.
Public involvement is a two-way communication process.
Chart data from ongoing scoping and previous public involvement activities to identify these publics. Knowledge obtained from this involvement can diffuse or head off many conflicts. Be aware that when dealing with the public, many suggestions or ideas may be packaged as alternatives, containing many components. These ideas will also likely contain a personal or institutional bias , such as fishery interests or wetlands preservation. Break these components into options now.