Key West Transit Development Plan FY2025-2034

Appendix C: Public Involvement Plan

2.6.2 Website A page on the City of Key West website will be developed to provide all project information and engagement opportunities that the public and stakeholders can access at their convenience. Sections of the webpage may include: » TDP Process Overview » Anticipated Schedule » Public Survey Links » Meeting Dates » Highlights about the Key West Transit system The webpage will be updated before each phase of engagement. 2.6.3 Social Media To reach the public and stakeholders through online platforms, City of Key West’s social media accounts will be used to share study information and promote public participation. Posts will be short and engaging, utilizing graphics to catch users' attention. 2.6.4 E-blasts To reach the public, e-blasts or mass email messages will be distributed to share information with those who elect to receive updates through City of Key West’s electronic subscription service. E-blasts can also be distributed to stakeholders and partner agencies to increase reach. E-blasts will be sent out during each phase of engagement. 2.6.5 Press Releases Press releases will be developed to promote study updates and engagement opportunities during each engagement phase. Project materials will be made available when requested and accessible online

for media use. Press releases will be distributed by City of Key West to their media list and posted on the News section of the City of Key West website. 2.6.6 Transit Ads and Posters Key West Transit may advertise this study effort using printed signs that are posted around transit terminals, including designated news bulletin areas. The schedule below in Table 2-3 provides preliminary suggestions for Key West Transit Consideration. Table 2-3 Public Involvement Schedule ACTIVITY TIMEFRAME (2024) IN-PERSON MEETINGS AND EVENTS Stakeholder Interviews & Meetings January - February Key West Food & Wine Festival January 23rd – 28th Mile 0 Fest January 23rd – 27th Key Western Fest February 1st – 3rd Mallory Square (Truman Waterfront Farmers Market, Key West Island Market) January - February Community Outreach Workshop February SURVEYS On-Board Surveys February Operator Surveys January – March Online Surveys January – June

OTHER OUTREACH Social Media Outreach

January – June

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APPENDIX — Transit Development Plan FY 2025–2034