MPO (Metropolitan Planning Organization)

A Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) is a regional agency responsible for coordinating transportation planning and funding for urban areas. Its goal is to develop long-term, sustainable plans for roads, transit, and other transportation systems to meet the community’s current and future needs. MPOs gather input from local governments and the public to ensure transportation projects improve mobility, safety, and environmental health. They play a key role in prioritizing funding for projects and ensuring that transportation planning aligns with broader regional growth and development goals.