We are pleased to present the FY2020 Annual Report, highlighting our work over the past year and illustrating the value we bring to our member governments.

Metropolitan Planning Briefing July 2020 In this Briefing we unveil the MPO’s 2020 Annual Report; offer updates on the Transload Facility, the Transportation Improvement Plan, and a new list of […]

The Des Moines Area MPO has been planning for a new Des Moines Transload Facility, which will strengthen the connection between the region’s trucking and rail freight networks and lower […]

Public asked for feedback on illustrative projects for region’s long-range transportation plan Residents of Greater Des Moines are invited to give their feedback on a draft appendix of 11 illustrative […]

Public asked for feedback on draft Transportation Improvement Plans The public is invited to an online public input meeting to provide feedback on the draft Federal Fiscal Years 2021-2024 Transportation […]

Online public meeting opens for Des Moines River Activation and Possible Dam Modification Project The Des Moines Area Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO), in conjunction with the Iowa Department of Transportation […]

Metropolitan Planning Briefing April 2020 In this Briefing we offer updates on the MPO’s response to COVID-19 impacts to transportation, MPO funding, regional efforts to better manage stormwater, and an […]

MPO announces project funding to advance regional goals The Des Moines Area Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) today announces $15 million in grant awards for 16 projects around Greater Des Moines. […]

Like so many of you, we are closely monitoring the COVID-19 pandemic and following Governor Kim Reynolds’ emergency proclamation and directive to suspend meetings of more than 10 people. We […]

Metropolitan Planning Briefing February 2020 In this Briefing we offer updates on public comment period for MPO grants, paved trail conditions, MPO officers for 2020, and upcoming speakers. Public feedback […]