The next update to the MATS Metropolitan Transportation Plan (MTP) is getting underway, and we want to hear from you!
The Metropolitan Transportation Plan (MTP) is the master guide for transportation projects receiving federal support that are located in in Macon-Bibb County and parts of Jones & Monroe Counties. The plan presents the transportation improvements that are needed today and in the future, to help move people and goods safely and conveniently about the Middle Georgia Area.
To keep the document and project lists current, the MATS MTP updated every 4 to 5 years. Per Federal statute, the MTP is designed to forecast demand for transportation services at least 20 years into the future, taking into account anticipated population growth, housing needs and employment goals for the region. Because the planning horizon year is 2055 (set in consultation with GDOT), this version of the plan will cover the next 30 years.
Because transportation infrastructure choices affect every other aspect of daily life, we want to hear your thoughts as we’re developing the plan.
Click here to take a short survey and provide your thoughts on how transportation should develop in our region (You can also use the link at the top left hand side of the page)
In addition to the survey, check back on the MATS main website (www.maconmpo.com) for public listening session opportunities, where you can discuss your ideas directly:
We look forward to hearing from you!
Notice is hereby given that the Macon Area Transportation Study Metropolitan Planning Organization (MATS MPO) intends to amend the FY 2024 – 2027 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) and 2050 Metropolitan Transportation Plan (2050 MTP), at the meeting of their Policy Committee on May 6, 2026.
On March 19, 2026, Georgia Dept. of Transportation – Office of Planning Division advised MATS MPO of the need for the following amendments:
Amend MATS 2024 – 2027 TIP as follows:
Amend MATS 2050 MTP as follows:
In accordance with the requirements and procedures set forth in the MATS MPO Public Participation Plan, a public comment period on the initial draft plans will be open from April 16, 2026 through May 1, 2026. Comments can be e-mailed to Dr. Michael J. (Mike) Greenwald (mgreenwald@mbpz.org)
Click here to download a summary of the proposed amendments to the 2050 MTP and FY 2024 – 2027 TIP.
The MATS Technical Coordinating Committee will hold its regularly scheduled meeting on April 15, 2026 @ 10:00 A.M. at the Macon-Bibb County Planning & Zoning Commission Office (3661 Eisenhower Pkwy, Suite MB 104, Macon GA 31206).
Those wishing to observe may attend in person, or us the public MS-Teams link included in the agenda (click on link below). Please note: MATS CITIZENS’ ADVISORY COMMITTEE VOTING MEMBERS MUST ATTEND IN PERSON IN ORDER TO COUNT TOWARDS QUORUM AND HAVE THEIR VOTES COUNT (OCGA §50-14-1(f) and (g))