1 ODOT 2035 Long Range Transportation Plan Public Meetings November 2-12, 2009
2 I. Welcome & Introduction Thank you Oklahoma Department of Transportation (ODOT) is working with our partners to plan our transportation future. Committees Cities, towns, counties State and federal entities Residents
3 II. Purpose of Long Range Plan (LRP) Set policy direction through 2035 Economic vitality Safety Security Accessibility and mobility options Environment Multimodal System management & operation Preservation of system
4 III. Purpose of Public Meeting Information sharing and public input about … Safety and security Transportation Options for People ODOT On the Move …new transportation ideas System preservation and operation Freight and the economy
5 III. Purpose of Public Meeting, contd Information sharing and public input about … LRP: ODOTs transportation policy guide for the next 25 years. Updated every 5 years Review, comment and discuss with ODOT personnel Fill out the transportation survey Comments also received via: Mail: ODOT Planning & Research Division, 200 N.E. St., Oklahoma City, OK Web:
6 IV. LRP Goal and Schedule Goal: develop a statewide transportation plan that responds to future transportation needs and enhances economic development. LRP Schedule 24 month process – Began Nov Current status – Research and issue identification Committee & Public meetings – Summer/Fall 2009 Policy and Program Development – Fall/winter 2009 Meet again with committees & public – Summer 2010 Finalize LRP – Fall
7 V. State Transportation System Transportation for PEOPLE State Highway System Bicycle & Pedestrian Facilities Transit options Aviation Facilities II. Long Range Plan Process
8 V. State Transportation System, contd Transportation for GOODS State Highway System Aviation Facilities Freight Rail Ports/Waterways II. Long Range Plan Process
9 VI. Common Themes & Challenges Provide more choices for people and freight Maintain and maximize use of existing system Improve capacity on highways and bridges Explore new funding options Improve safety for all modes Move towards a more (economically and environmentally) sustainable transportation system
10 VII. Receiving Public Input Attend meetings Complete the survey Comments also received via: Mail: ODOT Planning & Research Division, 200 N.E. 21 st St., Oklahoma City, OK Web: