AMES, Iowa – Aug. 6, 2026 – The Iowa Department of Transportation (Iowa DOT) will hold a virtual meeting to accept public comments about the draft Iowa Statewide Transportation Improvement Program (STIP) from 1:00 to 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, August 18, 2026.
The draft STIP identifies all projects proposed to be authorized for funding provided by the Federal Highway Administration and Federal Transit Administration during federal fiscal years 2027-2030. It includes projects for state, county, city, and federal transportation systems. Development of the STIP is required by federal law. The draft STIP can be viewed on the Iowa DOT's website at:
https://iowadot.gov/transportation-development/future-programs/stip-and-amendments
A brief overview of the STIP and its development process will be provided beginning at 1:00 p.m. and will be followed by time for comments and questions on the STIP. The public meeting is available via the Microsoft Teams Meeting link. For those who wish to only join via phone, dial 515-817-6093 and use conference ID 810 191 826#.
Comments on the draft STIP can be provided at the meeting or by contacting Zac Bitting at 515-239-1197 or [email protected]. Comments on the draft STIP will be accepted through September 6, 2026. You can also contact Zac Bitting if you would like a printed copy of the draft STIP.
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Contact: Zac Bitting at 515-239-1197 or [email protected].