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Table 2 - Examples of PFAS Goals and Objectives EXAMPLE GOALS AND OBJECTIVES

Goal: Alert the public to detected PFAS contamination in the drinking water supply. Objective: Work with local partners (utilities, universities, nonprofits, etc.) to make public materials such as

Goal: Key stakeholder groups consider, discuss and support PFAS mitigation strategies. Objective: Request quarterly briefings from impacted utilities to obtain information about PFAS occurrence data, treatment and mitigation strategies, and other actions since implementing the PFAS mitigation strategies to stay informed and equipped to share updates with constituents and the public.

Goal: Collect community and stakeholder feedback and give community members a greater sense of control. Objective: Partner with local utilities to “host” stakeholder meetings that allow for public feedback on acceptable costs, treatment level, and prevention strategies. Questions or concerns that cannot be answered should be documented and followed up on after the meeting.

webpages and flyers available that provide access to third- party information on PFAS health effects, disclose local PFAS monitoring results, and explain any action taken in response (or lack thereof). Include a way for the public to ask questions and raise concerns. Target : The webpage is visited and read by people, those with questions are referred to the page and satisfied with the information provided. Questions from the public are answered and available materials are updated based on feedback.

Target: Constituents and impacted communities demonstrate active support for identified strategies and approach.

Target: Actionable insight from the stakeholder meetings allows for addressing feedback and integrating lessons learned into the risk management strategy.

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