Long Range Transportation Plan
SHARE YOUR FEEDBACK
The Greater Helena MPO will be out in the community throughout the month of August to share proposed transportation recommendations and solicit feedback prior to developing the draft Long Range Transportation Plan. We invite you to participate and share your thoughts!
Pop-Up Events
Helena Farmers Market
Saturday, August 8, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
East Helena Farmers Market
Tuesday, August 11, 3 p.m. to 6 p.m.
In-Person Open Houses
Lewis and Clark Public Library (Community Room, 120 S. Last Chance Gulch)
Wednesday, August 12, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Helena Civic Center (Ballroom, 340 Neill Avenue)
Thursday, August 13, 3:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Can't make it in person? Visit our virtual open house throughout the month of August to review recommendations and add your voice to the conversation!
Virtual Open House (Online Only)
Participate Beginning August 1st.
Visioning the Future of Transportation
Welcome to the website for the Greater Helena Metropolitan Planning Organization’s (MPO) Long Range Transportation Plan (LRTP).
The last LRTP was adopted in 2015. Since then, the Helena area has grown significantly. Following the 2020 Census, the population surpassed 50,000, officially designating the region as a metropolitan area and requiring the creation of an MPO.
In response, a coalition of regional partners, including the City of Helena, City of East Helena, Lewis and Clark County, and the Montana Department of Transportation (MDT), formed the Greater Helena MPO.
WHY THE LRTP MATTERS
As the Helena area transitions into a large metropolitan planning region, a comprehensive long-term transportation strategy is essential. The LRTP will:
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Address the evolving needs and priorities of the community
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Prepare for emerging transportation technologies and innovations
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Align with national, state, and local initiatives.
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Position the region to take advantage of future funding opportunities.
This plan provides a 20-year roadmap that will guide decisions on roadway, transit, bicycle, and pedestrian improvements, building a transportation system that is connected, accessible, and sustainable.
MOVING FORWARD TOGETHER
The LRTP is more than just a planning document, it is a shared vision for the region's future. By working together, the greater Helena community can create a safe, efficient, and resilient transportation system that supports growth and enhances quality of life for all users.
