EIS Process

The EIS will occur over four phases. Phase I, which began on September 7th, will independently review and supplement the information from the Site Selection and Feasibility Study and will include additional planning, forecasting, and scoping activities. Scoping is an early and open process to ensure that the full range of issues related to the Proposed Action is addressed and that all significant issues are identified.

Activities to be conducted during Phase I of the EIS:

Publication of the Notice of Intent to Prepare an EIS
Development of an unconstrained aviation forecast (demand for air travel in the region)
Business, airline passenger, and airline user input
Review of potential airport sites from Site Selection Study and potential new sites
Analysis of regional socio-economic conditions
Meetings with stakeholders
Tribal consultation
Development of a statement of Purpose and Need
Determination of reasonable alternatives for further detailed environmental evaluation
Agency and public scoping