How does FEMA ensure that individuals and local governments have a forum for involvement in the decision process?
FEMA will ensure that opportunities are provided for stakeholders to become involved in the project planning and environmental review process through various outreach mechanisms. These mechanisms may be provided by either FEMA or the applicants. For projects that will be addressed under the Alternative Arrangements process, FEMA will require the applicant to notify the public about proposed projects and to provide opportunities for the public to be involved in the planning and decision-making process. It is the responsibility of the applicants to document public involvement in their public involvement plan. The methods used and number of opportunities offered will depend on the type and size of the project and number of affected parties. Applicant documentation may refer to the public involvement process of significant large-scale endeavors such as the Unified New Orleans Plan (UNOP) and Louisiana Speaks. Additionally, mechanisms to specifically involve New Orleans area residents who h
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