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CHAPTER S: COMMUNITY AND STAKEHOLDER INVOLVEMENT webinars, the establishment of a mailing list, and the facilitation of online public surveys. 5.3 Tribal Coordination In late 2022, the County and WSDOT reached out to Tribes deemed to have potential interest in the project and study process. Tribes contacted via email in December 2022 were: • Colville Tribes • Muckleshoot Indian Tribe • Snoqualmie Indian Tribe • Confederated Tribes and Bands of the Yakama Nation An overview of the project and the study process, along with a map of the study area, was provided to each Tribe. In May 2023, the Snoqualmie Tribe requested a meeting with the project team. This online meeting was held on June 21, 2023. Also in May 2023, the Yakama Tribe contacted the project team and requested updates as the project moved forward. The Colville Tribe and the Muckleshoot Tribe did not wish to be involved at that time. In January 2024, both the Snoqualmie and Yakama Tribes were provided graphics and descriptions of proposed alternatives, an evaluation summary, and were informed of upcoming opportunities for engagement, including a webinar and open house. 5.4 Public and Stakeholder Engagement The following sections summarize public and stakeholder engagement efforts, beginning in June 2023. Activities listed below were primarily initiated at two key milestones: • At the initial kick-off of the project to gather the public's thoughts and concerns about travel in the study area, and • Prior to the release of this draft report, to gain insight into the public's thoughts on alternatives and their preference for a preferred alternative. 5.4.1 Information Distribution and Notices The STEER 1-90 website is the primary host for the project using links to other project platforms. The website provides information about the study, upcoming project milestones, and public involvement opportunities. It also serves as a point of access to collect public input and as a location where questions about the project can be addressed. The website includes opportunities for the public and stakeholders to sign up to receive email communication and updates regarding the project. 5.4.2 Stakeholder Interviews Stakeholder interviews were held in June and July 2023. The goal of the interviews was to obtain information and concerns regarding current travel conditions along the 1-90 corridor in the study area. Most interviews took place via telephone, with some stakeholders opting to complete a questionnaire. A mix of industry, agency, and port representatives were included in the interview pool based on discussions with the STEER 1-90 Coalition. A list of stakeholders contacted during the engagement process is presented in Table 5-1. Questions focused on: • Gathering feedback regarding the purpose and need of the study • Understanding how traffic and mobility affect the stakeholders' respective organizations • Identifying current traffic mobility concerns in the study area VOLUME I: FEASIBILITY REPORT 1-90 Corridor - Easton to Cle Elunn Feasibility Study 1 73