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consideration given to the local prerogative in the development of the plan and subsequent funding . Fortmann asked where does NCDOT fit in . Bonk replied that NCDOT is a member of the MPO , the same as other jurisdictions . Saunders added that DOT concerns associated with the plan are air quality conformity , that the plan addresses a wide variety of deficiencies that are identified through the process of developing the plan , and fiscal constraints of the plan ( how state and federal dollars are being used ) . Outside of these items , the plan is mostly developed locally . Public involvement influences plan development . The current update to the 2025 plan is ongoing and there is a citizen advisory committee made up of people from all areas of the MPO . They are the body that is constantly reviewing the process . Every time a decision needs to be made , the information is put our rur public comment and a public hearing i5 held by -LHe MPO . Several of the member jurisdictions provide comments through their elected boards . The process is very open to the public . McIver asked how the MPO addresses endangered species and wildlife corridors . Saunders replied that those issues become more technical with specific projects . As a part plan development, environmental areas , hazardous materials sites , watersheds and other issues are identified through the member jurisdictions so that they are considered in the transportation project alternatives . The specific project identifies the proposed alignment or improvements , including an in - depth environmental study . Rafalow asked if the MPO has a contingency plan for funding if the Supreme Court sustains the EPA ruling related to air quality and whether funding might be lost in 2003 . Saunders responded that based on the known information , DCAC is not in trouble . The proposed plan is more aggressive in the transit features than our counterparts . Based on current leveling modeling , we are within attainment . Rafalow asked about the difference of air quality for Wake and surrounding counties . Bonk explained that the air quality is not assessed in terms of where you are at today , but rather some point in the future . Based on future growth levels , there is an assessment of where air quality will be at that point . If you stay within your budget allotment, you are fine . Part of the reason Wake County is in such trouble is that it has underestimated future growth , thereby going over its budget . DRAFT CFE 10/09 /00 Minutes Page 4 of 10 L :\Carol\CFEMIMOCT2000CFErevised by rich . doc