Welcome to the Greater Madison Metropolitan planning organization (MPO)

The Greater Madison Metropolitan Planning Organization leads the collaborative planning and funding of a sustainable, equitable transportation system for the Greater Madison region. The MPO is responsible for comprehensive planning and decision making to build agreement on transportation investments that balance roadway, public transit, bicycle, pedestrian, and other transportation needs to achieve an exceptional quality of life for all within the region.

Join the Smart Trips Challenge

RoundTrip, our public program connecting Dane County residents with transportation options and resources, is excited to host a free transportation challenge this September. To participate, simply create a free RoundTrip account and log your walk/roll, bicycle, public transit, carpool, and vanpool trips. Join your fellow Dane County residents in lowering your carbon footprint, saving money, and winning great prizes. Register today and start logging your trips!

MPO Policy Board Supports America Walks' Week Without Driving Initiative

At our September meeting, our Policy Board adopted a resolution in support of the Week Without Driving, a nationwide initiative aimed at encouraging individuals who have the option to drive regularly to understand, first-hand, the challenges and barriers faced by non-drivers every day. This year's challenge runs from September 30 to October 6.

Notice of Public Hearing: Proposed Amendment to the 2024-2028 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) Addition of a New Federally Funded Charging and Fueling Infrastructure (CFI) Project

Dane County was awarded 13.198 million dollars in federal funding from the US Department of Transportation’s Charging and Fueling Infrastructure (CFI) grant to fund “Charge Up Dane County: Accelerating the Transition to EV Transportation for All." The award comes from funding established under the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL). Dane County is one of two Wisconsin applicants selected to receive a CFI implementation grant.

A major amendment is required to add the 16.797 million dollar project (13.198 million in federal SS4A funding; 3.599 million in local funding) to the Greater Madison MPO’s 2024-2028 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) for the Madison Metropolitan Area & Dane County.

A public hearing on the amendment has been scheduled for Wednesday, October 2 at 6:30 p.m. via Zoom. Community members can share their oral comments on the amendment directly with the MPO Policy Board. If you have questions or comments regarding the proposed amendment, please mail your written comments to the MPO office or email us at mpo@cityofmadison.com.

Join Our Team as a Transportation Planner

The Greater Madison MPO is hiring a skilled Transportation Planner to help shape the future of our region’s transportation system. In this role, you’ll lead the development of regional transportation plans, coordinate public outreach, monitor annual performance measures, and ensure compliance with federal planning regulations. With competitive pay and the opportunity to make a real impact, this is an exciting opportunity for those passionate about regional planning. Apply now to be part of our dynamic team!

Draft 2025-2029 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) Available for Review

The Draft 2025-2029 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) for the Madison Metropolitan Area & Dane County is now available for review and comment. The TIP outlines major transportation improvements and studies planned for the next five years.

If you have comments or concerns regarding the federally funded projects, including the proposed STBG Urban priority projects, or any of the other listed projects, the Greater Madison MPO asks that you please submit them in writing by Monday, September 23. Please address written comments to the MPO office or email them to MPO staff at mpo@cityofmadison.com. MPO Policy Board action to adopt the 2025-2029 Transportation Improvement Program is anticipated at their October 2, 2024 meeting.

MPO Public Participation Plan Amendment

At the MPO Policy Board meeting on August 7, 2024, our Board approved the release of a proposed amendment to the MPO Public Participation Plan (PPP) for public review and comment. The amendment would (1) approve the virtual meeting format used for most Policy Board and Technical Coordinating Committee meetings and (2) reduce the public comment period for major TIP amendments from 30 days to a minimum of 15 days. If you have questions or comments regarding the proposed amendment, please mail your written comments to the MPO office or email us at mpo@cityofmadison.com. The MPO Policy Board is expected to take action on the amendment at our meeting on Wednesday, October 2, 2024.

The MPO Releases 2023 Annual Report

Check out our first-ever Annual Report! It explains what transportation planning is, highlights projects and initiatives from 2023, and talks about what we have planned for 2024.

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