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MWMC FACILmES PLAN Accommodate projected growth in Eugene-Springfield through 2025 · Provide the efficiency of solving multiple dry and wet weather issues · Maximize the WPCF's existing investment in assets by incorporating performance and capacity improving retrofits where possible instead of new facilities · Meet minimum environmental standards for the Willamette River · Provide regulatory certainty and protection from liabilities associated with non- compliance with requirements · Mitigate negative neighborhood impacts such as odors and visual impacts of the treatment facilities The strategic plan will monitor and address future trends in the industry so that recommended facilities can be implemented with sufficient flexibility to meet anticipated future regulatory requirements. 1.8 Public Outreach Building and maintaining public trust and credibility requires clear and consistent communications. Recent national research has demonstrated that the public is deeply concerned about health risks, environmental protection, and the affordability of services. MWMC recognizes that involving the public in decisions about service changes, public health, safety, environmental protection, and cost increases is essential to the success of its programs. In the past, MWMC has provided proactive public education and participation programs to enhance understanding of the environmental services being provided. CACs have aided the MWMC in establishing the foundational policies and strategies that continue to guide the management of biosolids and wet weather flows, which are the two key areas of increased facilities needed over the next 20 years. Regular and special meetings and workshops have been scheduled to brief MWMC Commissioners and the public on the status of evaluations and proposed alternatives that provide solutions to regional wastewater needs. Table 1.8-1 summarizes the public meetings where the Facilities Plan development was discussed. In addition to public outreach programs, it will be essential to educate the public regarding the capital improvements and policies included in this Facilities Plan. A guidance document will be prepared to assist the MWMC in designing and implementing public information, education, and outreach programs that meet state and federal guidelines for major improvement projects. 1-10 MWMC 1.0 REV13.DOC