Project Overview
A Long Range Transportation Plan (LRTP) provides a plan to address the future transportation needs of the county. In accordance with federal requirements and to reflect the ever-changing transportation needs and future development within a region, the Long Range Transportation Plan is typically updated every five years.
The Polk Transportation Planning Organization (TPO) is currently updating its Long Range Transportation Plan: Envision 2050. The Long Range Transportation Plan was last updated in 2020. Envision 2050 is a plan for the future of Polk County’s transportation system and sets the framework for transportation planning and investments for the next 25 years. This long-range look at future investments will allow Polk County to work toward having a safer and efficient transportation system. The LRTP facilitates a countywide, cooperative planning process that serves as the basis for spending county, regional state, and federal transportation funds for improvements to roads, bridges, public transit, freight routes, trails and bicycle and pedestrian networks.
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We Need Your Input!
A Long Range Transportation Plan is shaped by public input, and Envision 2050 is no different. In order to shape a transportation system that suits our community, we need to hear from you: what is working, what isn’t, and what are your aspirations for the future of the region. We are seeking your input to assist the Envision 2050 team in developing goals, objectives, and policies, and to understand community preferences and priorities for the future. We want Polk County’s transportation system to meet the needs of all users.
So, share your ideas! We have numerous ways to get involved. Select a tab at the top of the page to take your to our interactive map, survey (coming soon), or comment wall!
