What opportunity will there be for public input?
In compliance with the National Environmental Policy Act, there are numerous opportunities for public comment and involvement during the year-long EIS process. The EIS public scoping meeting in Manhattan in August 2007 was one such opportunity. Public input during the scoping period continued through September 28, 2007, during which time people were able to submit questions and other input via phone, e-mail, or mail. A new 60-day comment period will begin when the draft EIS is released in spring 2008, and an additional round of public meetings will be held.
