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BACTS Public Participation Plan Proposed Update and Public Comment Period

BACTS is proposing updates to its Public Participation Plan. As required, a 45-day public comment period during which written comments may be submitted to BACTS for consideration on the draft Plan prior to adoption of the final Plan by the Policy Committee begins on June 26th, 2024.

Public Notice of BACTS Public Participation Plan Proposed Update and Public Comment Period can be viewed here.

The proposed draft Public Participation Plan can be viewed here.

Comments should be made in writing on or before 4:00 p.m., Monday, August 12th, 2024 to:

Paige Nadeau, Office Manager

12 Acme Road, Suite 204, Brewer, ME 04412

info@bactsmpo.org

Public Participation Plan

Effective public participation is essential to the successful implementation of any planning program or project. Without the involvement of local citizens, it is difficult to design a program that effectively meets the needs of the public. A proactive public involvement process leads to a transportation system that reflects the needs and values of the community. To that end, BACTS actively seeks to incorporate the involvement of the public in its planning efforts.

Public Participation Plan

Title VI

In accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and other authorities, the Bangor Area Comprehensive Transportation System (BACTS) is committed to ensuring that the fundamental principles of equal opportunity are upheld in all decisions involving our employees and contractors/consultants, and to ensuring that the public-at-large is afforded access to our programs and services.

To that end, no person shall be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be otherwise subjected to discrimination under any BACTS program or activity on the grounds of race, color, or national origin.

• Title VI Plan October 1st, 2023 – September 30th, 2024
• Title VI – Goals and Accomplishments 
• Complaint Form 
• Complaint Procedures

Any person who believes they were subjected to discrimination based on race, color, national origin, limited English proficiency, sex, age, or disability has a right to file a complaint within 180 days of the alleged discrimination.

Inquires concerning BACTS’ policies, investigations, complaints, compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and concerns regarding compliance with Title VI and Environmental Justice laws and regulations, may be directed to:

Paige Nadeau, Title VI Coordinator
info@bactsmpo.org
12 Acme Road, Suite 204, Brewer, ME 04412

Complaints may also be filed directly with the Maine Department of Transportation, the Federal Highway Administration or the U.S. Department of Justice at: