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Q: How many postcards were mailed and what was the Facebook Ad budget? A: "A few hundred postcards were mailed. But for Facebook, it was under $100, closer to $50!" #PublicEngagement #TransportationPlanning

Q: Can you get everything you need from virtual engagement alone? A: "Going forward I see the value in hybrid. I think with agency and community partners it's important to have that face-to-face. But I will say the quantity with virtual engagement is amazing." #PublicEngagement

Dave gives insight on key aspects of MnDOT's design phase! #PublicEngagement #TransportationPlanning

Word clouds are a great tool to learn community priorities and concerns. #PublicEngagement #TransportationPlanning

Hannah gives us a look into @MnDOT's impressive data dashboard. #TransportationPlanning #PublicEngagement

@MnDOT received over 2,800 map comments using the Map Marker screen! #TransportationPlanning #PublicEngagement

Hannah Johnson from Alliant Engineering breaks down how they approached the public engagement process. #TransportationPlanning

A walk-through of MnDOT's MetroQuest survey! #PublicEngagement #TransportationPlanning

Stephanie breaks down the planning process for the project! #TransportationPlanning

Our first panel speaker, Stephanie Castellanos introduces MnDOT's Hwy 24 Corridor Study! #PublicEngagement #TransportationPlanning

Poll: What are your biggest public engagement challenges? #CommunityEngagement #TransportationPlanning

Dave Biggs kicks us off!

Read the full blog now to learn the best methods to utilize during the planning process of your next project: https://t.co/sayTnpDLQy (6/6)

4. Design the right experience How can you make your survey as fast, easy and free from jargon as possible? (5/6)

3. Select the right tools Maximize the diversity of public participation and accommodate different needs and preferences. (4/6)

2. Understand the scope of public involvement Who are the people most likely to be affected by the project? (3/6)

1. Understand the scope of your project Determine the what, where, how and when. (2/6)

Take a look at March’s SOTM! We guide you through @PlanRVA’s West Broad Street Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) Corridor Analysis Survey! Here’s a look at the top 5 key takeaways from their survey and reporting, and read the full blog to learn the whole story: https://t.co/3OW1AD47iD

What do you think are the biggest barriers to participation? Watch the video below for expert advice from Dave Biggs and Emily Margitan. Want to know more? The Ultimate Virtual Public Involvement Checklist webinar is available now on-demand: https://t.co/U7aMkfyR0w