Notice of Public Meeting and Public Hearing

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NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN to all citizens of the Kingsport Tennessee-Virginia area and the public at large, there will be a Public Meeting of the Kingsport Metropolitan Transportation Planning Organization (MTPO) Executive Board on Thursday, February 8, 2018 at 2:00 P.M. (EST) in the Bob Clear Conference Room, Improvement Building (first floor), 201 West Market Street, in (downtown) Kingsport, Tennessee. Copies of the agenda and supporting documentation can be found in the MTPO office in the Improvement Building, City Hall, and Kingsport Public Library in addition to the following website: https://www.kingsporttn.gov/city-services/kmtpo. The primary items for this meeting include discussion/adoption of Safety Performance Measures as established by TDOT and VDOT, an overview of adjustments to the Transportation Improvement Program (TIP), and a discussion about TDOT’s Consolidated Planning Grant. A public hearing will also be held in order to receive comments and questions on these or other items pertaining to the Kingsport Metropolitan Transportation Planning Organization. Disabled citizens wishing to attend and needing special accommodations or anyone seeking further information on the MTPO meeting should contact William A. Albright at (423) 224-2677. For persons with disabilities or limited English proficiency, contact VDOT’s Civil Rights Division at 804-786-2085 or by mail 1401 E Broad St, Richmond, Virginia 23219. In Tennessee you may contact TDOT’s Civil Rights Office at (615) 714-3169. If you have a hearing or speech disability or use a TTY please use the FCC 711 dialing code to access a Telecommunications Relay Service to forward your comment. Kingsport MTPO ensures nondiscrimination and equal employment in all programs and activities in accordance with Title VI and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. Si usted necesita la traducción por favor entre en contacto con el MPO en por el teléfono en 423-224-2677.

Notice of Public Meeting and Public Hearing

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NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN to all citizens of the Kingsport Tennessee-Virginia area and the public at large, there will be a Public Meeting of the Kingsport Area Metropolitan Transportation Planning Organization (MTPO) Executive Board on Thursday, November 9, 2017 at 1:30 P.M. (EST) 2nd Floor Council Room, Kingsport City Hall, 225 West Center Street, (downtown) Kingsport, Tennessee. Copies of the agenda and supporting documentation can be found in the Improvement Building, City Hall, and Kingsport Public Library in addition to the following website: https://www.kingsporttn.gov/city-services/kmtpo. The primary items for this meeting include an amendment to the current Kingsport Area Transportation Improvement Program to provide funding for Railroad Crossing Safety Improvement Projects for Scott County, Virginia, the Annual Federal Funds Obligations Report for FY2017, and Ranking of MPO Area Improve Act Projects. A public hearing will also be held in order to receive comments and questions on these or other items pertaining to the Kingsport Metropolitan Transportation Planning Organization. Disabled citizens wishing to attend and needing special accommodations or anyone seeking further information on the MTPO meeting should contact William A. Albright at (423) 224-2677. For persons with disabilities or limited English proficiency, contact VDOT’s Civil Rights Division at 804-786-2085 or by mail 1401 E Broad St, Richmond, Virginia 23219. In Tennessee you may contact TDOT’s Civil Rights Office at (615) 714-3169. If you have a hearing or speech disability or use a TTY please use the FCC 711 dialing code to access a Telecommunications Relay Service to forward your comment. Kingsport MTPO ensures nondiscrimination and equal employment in all programs and activities in accordance with Title VI and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. Si usted necesita la traducción por favor entre en contacto con el MPO en por el teléfono en 423-224-2677.

NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING AND PUBLIC HEARING

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NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN to all citizens of the Kingsport Tennessee-Virginia area and the public at large, there will be a Public Meeting of the Kingsport Area Metropolitan Transportation Planning Organization (MTPO) Executive Board on Friday, September 22, 2017 at 10:00 A.M. (EST) in the Bob Clear Conference Room, First Floor Development Services Building, 201 West Market Street, (downtown) Kingsport, Tennessee. Copies of the agenda and supporting documentation can be found in the Improvement Building, City Hall, and Kingsport Public Library in addition to the following website: https://www.kingsporttn.gov/city-services/kmtpo.  The primary purpose of this meeting is to amend the current Kingsport Area Transportation Improvement Program to provide funding for the Lynn Garden Drive Coordinated Signal System. A public hearing will also be held in order to receive comments and questions on these or other items pertaining to the Kingsport Metropolitan Transportation Planning Organization. Disabled citizens wishing to attend and needing special accommodations or anyone seeking further information on the MTPO meeting should contact William A. Albright at (423) 224-2677.  For persons with disabilities or limited English proficiency, contact VDOT’s Civil Rights Division at 804-786-2085 or by mail 1401 E Broad St, Richmond, Virginia 23219.  In Tennessee you may contact TDOT’s Civil Rights Office at (615) 714-3169. If you have a hearing or speech disability or use a TTY please use the FCC 711 dialing code to access a Telecommunications Relay Service to forward your comment.  Kingsport MTPO ensures nondiscrimination and equal employment in all programs and activities in accordance with Title VI and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964.  Si usted necesita la traducción por favor entre en contacto con el MPO en por el teléfono en 423-224-2677.

Notice of Public Hearing – Development of West End Greenbelt

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Development of “West End” Greenbelt Project and Application to TDOT for Federal Grant Funds

Notice is hereby given that the City of Kingsport will be holding a public hearing in the sanctuary foyer of the Crossroads United Methodist Church, 200 Bays Cove Trail, Kingsport Tn. on Thursday, September 14  from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. to receive comments and questions from the public concerning the City’s application to the Tennessee Department of Transportation for federal grant funds to assist in the development of the “West End” Greenbelt project.  The proposed project extends the current Greenbelt from Rotherwood Drive to Lewis Lane along the south side of Netherland Inn Road and West Stone Drive (SR 1 / US 11-W). Citizens are encouraged to attend and provide input on this proposed project and grant application.  Note ADA facilities are available, including transportation to and from this meeting. The project will be under the guidance of federal and state regulations, including Equal Opportunity and Title VI requirements.  For further information about this public hearing and related questions regarding ADA facilities and transportation, please call William A. Albright with the City of Kingsport at (423) 224-2677 or e-mail billalbright@kingsporttn.gov.

Notice of Public Meeting – MTPO Executive Board – August 3, 2017 @ 10:00 a.m.

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING

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NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN to all citizens of the Kingsport Tennessee-Virginia area and the public at large, there will be a Public Meeting of the Kingsport Area Metropolitan Transportation Planning Organization (MTPO) Executive Board on Thursday, August 3, 2017 at 10:00 A.M. (EST) in the Kingsport City Hall 2nd floor Council Room located at 225 West Center Street, (downtown) Kingsport, Tennessee. Copies of the agenda and supporting documentation can be found in the Improvement Building, City Hall, and Kingsport Public Library in addition to the following website: https://www.kingsporttn.gov/city-services/kmtpo.  The primary agenda items for this meeting are the review and adoption of the MTPO’s 2018-19 Unified Planning Work Program (and budget) and amendments to the current Transportation Improvement Program, adding funds to Phase I and Phase II of the SR 126 (Memorial Boulevard) project.  A public hearing will also be held in order to receive comments and questions on these or other items pertaining to the Kingsport Metropolitan Transportation Planning Organization. Disabled citizens wishing to attend and needing special accommodations or anyone seeking further information on the MTPO meeting should contact William A. Albright at (423) 224-2677.  For persons with disabilities or limited English proficiency, contact VDOT’s Civil Rights Division at 804-786-2085 or by mail 1401 E Broad St, Richmond, Virginia 23219.  In Tennessee you may contact TDOT’s Civil Rights Office at (615) 714-3169. If you have a hearing or speech disability or use a TTY please use the FCC 711 dialing code to access a Telecommunications Relay Service to forward your comment.  Kingsport MTPO ensures nondiscrimination and equal employment in all programs and activities in accordance with Title VI and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964.  Si usted necesita la traducción por favor entre en contacto con el MPO en por el teléfono en 423-224-2677.

Notice of Public Meeting – MTPO Executive Board – June 2, 2017 @ 10:30 a.m.

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING

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PUBLIC HEARING

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN to all citizens of the Kingsport Tennessee-Virginia area and the public at large, there will be a Public Meeting of the Kingsport Area Metropolitan Transportation Planning Organization (MTPO) Executive Board on Friday June 2, 2017 at 10:30 A.M. (EST) in the Kingsport City Hall 2nd floor Council Room located at 225 West Center Street, (downtown) Kingsport, Tennessee. Copies of the agenda and supporting documentation can be found in the Improvement Building, City Hall, and Kingsport Public Library in addition to the following website: https://www.kingsporttn.gov/city-services/kmtpo.  The primary agenda item for this meeting is the Review and Adoption of the (Year 2040) Kingsport Metropolitan Area Long-Range Transportation Plan.  A public hearing will also be held in order to receive comments and questions on this or other items pertaining to the Kingsport Metropolitan Transportation Planning Organization. Disabled citizens wishing to attend and needing special accommodations or anyone seeking further information on the MTPO meeting should contact Bill Albright at (423) 224-2677.  For persons with disabilities or limited English proficiency, contact VDOT’s Civil Rights Division at 804-786-2085 or by mail 1401 E Broad St, Richmond, Virginia 23219.  In Tennessee you may contact TDOT’s Civil Rights Office at (615) 714-3169. If you have a hearing or speech disability or use a TTY please use the FCC 711 dialing code to access a Telecommunications Relay Service to forward your comment.  Kingsport MTPO ensures nondiscrimination and equal employment in all programs and activities in accordance with Title VI and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964.  Si usted necesita la traducción por favor entre en contacto con el MPO en por el teléfono en 423-224-2677.

Notice of Public Meeting – MTPO Executive Board – May 4, 2017 @ 11:00 a.m.

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING

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PUBLIC HEARING

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN to all citizens of the Kingsport Tennessee-Virginia area and the public at large, there will be a Public Meeting of the Kingsport Area Metropolitan Transportation Planning Organization (MTPO) Executive Board on Thursday May 4, 2017 at 11:00 A.M. (EST) in Kingsport City Hall 2nd floor Council Room located at 225 West Center  Street, (downtown) Kingsport, Tennessee. Copies of the agenda and supporting documentation can be found in the Improvement Building, City Hall, and Kingsport Public Library in addition to the following website: https://www.kingsporttn.gov/city-services/kmtpo.  The primary agenda items for this meeting are Review and Adoption of the FY’18-‘19 Unified Planning Work Program – Virginia version, Functional Classification Amendments, Self Certification and overall project updates.  A public hearing will also be held in order to receive comments and questions on this or other items pertaining to the Kingsport Metropolitan Transportation Planning Organization. Disabled citizens wishing to attend and needing special accommodations or anyone seeking further information on the MTPO meeting should contact Bill Albright at (423) 224-2677.  For persons with disabilities or limited English proficiency, contact VDOT’s Civil Rights Division at 804-786-2085 or by mail 1401 E Broad St, Richmond, Virginia 23219.  In Tennessee you may contact TDOT’s Civil Rights Office at (615) 714-3169. If you have a hearing or speech disability or use a TTY please use the FCC 711 dialing code to access a Telecommunications Relay Service to forward your comment.  Kingsport MTPO ensures nondiscrimination and equal employment in all programs and activities in accordance with Title VI and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964.  Si usted necesita la traducción por favor entre en contacto con el MPO en por el teléfono en 423-224-2677.

Notice of Kingsport Area Long-Range Transportation Plan Review Period

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The Kingsport Metropolitan Transportation Planning Organization (MTPO) is responsible for developing an area Long-Range Transportation Plan that has a minimum 20-year horizon and includes a multi-modal element.  The MTPO has developed a draft “Year 2040” Plan that includes recommendations for various transportation projects that focus on safety, congestion mitigation, access and travel time, economic development, and mobility options.  The Plan includes a significant amount of background data, forecasts of area development and traffic flow patterns, and anticipated funding that will provide the resources for implementing priority projects.  Partners in developing this plan include the Cities of Kingsport, Mt. Carmel, Church Hill, Weber City, Gate City, Sullivan County, Hawkins County, Scott County, the Tennessee and Virginia Departments of Transportation, the Federal Highway Administration, and the Federal Transit Administration. The Plan document is now available for public review.  Locations where copies can be found during normal business hours include;  (1) MTPO Offices – 201 West Market Street Downtown Kingsport, (2) Kingsport Public Library – 400 Broad Street Downtown Kingsport, and (3) Civic Auditorium – Parks and Recreation Office, 1550 Fort Henry Drive Kingsport.  A copy can also be found on the City of Kingsport’s website at www.kingsporttn.gov/city-services/kmtpo.  This notice begins a 30-day review period which is open until May 24, 2017.  Public meetings will also be held to provide the public an opportunity to review the plan, ask questions, and/or make comments.  These will be held May 17, 2017 at the following locations and times:  Kingsport Development Service Building Bob Clear Conference Room – 201 West Market Street from 11 a.m. until 1:30 p.m., V.O. Dobbins Senior Complex – Douglass Room, 301 Louis Street – Kingsport, from 11 a.m. until 1:30 p.m. and from 4 p.m. until 7:30 p.m.  Upon request, ADA compatible transportation service to these meetings will be provided during area transit service hours (call 423-224-2613).

Questions concerning the Plan, the public meetings, and the review process can be addressed by calling the MTPO offices at (423) 224-2677. For the hearing impaired please dial 711, or Limited English Proficiency please contact AVAZA at http://avaza.co.   The Kingsport MTPO ensures nondiscrimination and equal employment in all programs and activities in accordance with Title VI and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. Si necesita la ayuda para la traducción, comuníquese con el MTPO por teléfono al 423-224-2677.

 

 

2040 Draft Long Range Transportation Plan Is Now Available for Review

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Click here for Long Range Plan Draft (please be patient – it’s a large PDF)

Click here for Appendix Draft

PUBLIC NOTICE

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING

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PUBLIC HEARING

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN to all citizens of the Kingsport Tennessee-Virginia area and the public at large, there will be a Public Meeting of the Kingsport Area Metropolitan Transportation Planning Organization (MTPO) Executive Board on Thursday February 9, 2017 at 10:00 A.M. (EST) in Kingsport Engineering Building Conference Room located 130 Shelby   Street, (downtown) Kingsport, Tennessee. Copies of the agenda and supporting documentation can be found the Improvement Building, City Hall, and Kingsport Public Library in addition to the following website: https://www.kingsporttn.gov/city-services/kmtpo.  The primary agenda items for this meeting are amendments Transportation Improvement Program adding Virginia DOT project funding, Tennessee DOT funding 2040 Long Range Plan Update, IMPROVE ACT information, and overall project updates.  A public hearing will also be held in order to receive comments and questions on this or other items pertaining to the Kingsport Metropolitan Transportation Planning Organization. Disabled citizens wishing to attend and needing special accommodations or anyone seeking further information on the MTPO meeting should contact Troy Ebbert at (423) 224-2670.  For persons with disabilities or limited English proficiency, contact VDOT’s Civil Rights Division at 804-786-2085 or by mail 1401 E Broad St, Richmond, Virginia 23219.  In Tennessee you may contact TDOT’s Civil Rights Office at (615) 714-3169. If you have a hearing or speech disability or use a TTY please use the FCC 711 dialing code to access a Telecommunications Relay Service to forward your comment.  Kingsport MTPO ensures nondiscrimination and equal employment in all programs and activities in accordance with Title VI and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964.  Si usted necesita la traducción por favor entre en contacto con el MPO en por el teléfono en 423-224-2677.