Research Article

Exploring the Factors That Influence Stakeholder Participation in Decision-Making for the Moat System Restoration Project in Tianchang City, China

Table 2

Measurement model results.

ConstructItemLoadingCRAVECronbach’s α

Stakeholder knowledge (SK)(1). I have received full information regarding participation in decision-making0.7870.9010.6470.905
(2). I have enough knowledge to participate in decision-making0.793
(3). I learned about the process of participating in decision-making0.806
(4). I was aware of my role in the decision-making process0.802
(5). I know the significance of my participation in decision-making0.832

Stakeholder trust in government (ST)(1). I think the decision of the government is trustworthy0.8070.9020.6050.901
(2). I have confidence in the competence of decision-makers0.775
(3). I am satisfied with the current decision-making process0.764
(4). I believe the decision-making process is fair in Tianchang city0.801
(5). I think the decision-making process is open and transparent in Tianchang city0.758
(6). I think the decision-making in Tianchang is cross-disciplinary0.759

Stakeholder risk perception (SRP)(1). I think the flooding problem of the Moat System is very serious0.8260.8410.6380.823
(2). I think the flooding issue with the Moat System is threatening my life0.816
(3). I agree with flood management as a priority for Moat System restoration projects0.753

Stakeholder priority (SP)(1). Flooding management0.8230.9010.6470.902
(2). Strengthen education and learning0.819
(3). Strengthen legislation0.803
(4). Ensure health and well-being0.777
(5). Improve the quality of decision-making0.798

Stakeholder motivation (SM)(1). I have the right to be part of the decision-making0.8120.8980.6370.884
(2). I had a duty to participate in the decision-making0.802
(3). I feel full confidence when I participate in decision-making0.780
(4). I believe that my participation can influence decisions0.801
(5). I have the responsibility to participate in decision-making0.797

Stakeholder intention (SI)(1). Give me the possibility to learn new skills0.7680.8880.6120.883
(2). Allow me to share my thoughts with more people0.792
(3). Let decision-makers know and consider my ideas0.777
(4). Obtain relevant knowledge and experience to participate in decision-making0.774
(5). Gaining a sense of ownership0.800

Stakeholder attitude (SA)(1). I am interested in Moat System restoration projects0.7800.8920.6230.811
(2). I am concerned with Moat System restoration projects0.798
(3). I know all about Moat System restoration projects0.767
(4). I think the Moat System restoration project is beneficial to my life0.802
(5). I am aware of the potential impact of Moat System restoration projects0.797

Stakeholder behavior (SB)(1). I have experience participating in decision-making0.7810.8890.6150.870
(2). I am willing to contribute my resources to participate in decision-making0.781
(3). I am trained to participate in decision-making0.764
(4). I can work with people in different roles0.803
(5). I can encourage others to participate in decision-making0.791