Section 229-103-I-10 - PROJECT DEVELOPMENTA.IntroductionMaineDOT, as outlined in Subchapter I, Section 6, will develop a Biennial Capital Work Plan that describes which projects will be initiated, the funding prerequisites and the proposed schedule. Projects appearing in the Biennial Capital Work Plan or its updates will be implemented as prescribed.
During preliminary design of funded projects, at MaineDOT's discretion or if requested by municipal officials, MaineDOT will engage a public participation process to explain:
(1) The scope and schedule of the project and how the selected strategy was decided upon, as well as the design features that will be utilized;(2) The impact of the construction on the community;(3) Any mitigation and community enhancements to be applied; and(4) The process for property acquisitions to be incorporated into the project development.B.MaineDOT's public participation process will: (1) Notify abutters in compliance with MaineDOT's public involvement plan;(2) Solicit individual comments and concerns of those persons impacted by the project; (3) Be available to respond to individuals affected by the project; and(4) Incorporate additional citizen concerns and suggestions into the project design as appropriate.17-229 C.M.R. ch. 103, § I-10