Omaha, NE. —The Metropolitan Area Planning Agency (MAPA) is seeking public feedback for 33 transportation improvement projects in Omaha and Council Bluffs. A trail, plans and studies to upgrade access for bicyclists and pedestrians, as well as several intersection improvements, are part of the propositions, which total over $58 million.

The 33 projects are part of the Transportation Improvement Program, which is a six-year document, and are being considered for federal transportation funding. The program also includes highway maintenance and expansion, Metro Transit projects and aviation projects.

Public comments can be made from now through June 22nd. Interested persons are invited to attend an open house at the MAPA offices on June 8th from 4-5:30 p.m. Written comments may be submitted by 4:30 p.m. on June 22 via email (mapa@mapacog.org) or U.S. mail (MAPA, 2222 Cuming St., Omaha, NE 68102).