MPO staff is underway writing an update for the existing Central Iowa Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan.
All MPO work is based in our Long-Range Transportation Plan – Mobilizing Tomorrow.
Background
The INTERCONNECT Plan will provide an update to the Connect Plan that will enhance bicycle and pedestrian transportation in both safety and accessibility throughout the region. Public Participation will kick off in May with two public open house events hosted by the Central Iowa Bicycle Pedestrian Roundtable.
Roundtables
MPO meeting agendas, minutes, and other information can be found on our Agendas & Minutes webpage.
Survey
The Active Transportation Plan Survey is LIVE. Share your thoughts on active transportation facilities in the Greater Des Moines Area HERE: https://arcg.is/1myDCi
Regional Walk Audits
As part of the development of the INTERCONNECT plan, the MPO, ang with America Walks and plan-sponsor AARP Iowa are rolling out a series of walk audits throughout the region to help assess the state of the region’s pedestrian network. The walk audit series will commence with a Walk Audit Workshop in the Dogtown neighborhood on October 1, 2025.
Interested in learning more about using walk audits to advocate for walkability, or attending future walk audit opportunities? Contact Addison Williamson at awilliamson@dmampo.org.
Interested in learning how AARP Walk Audit materials fit into their livable communities initiative? Follow this link to learn more.
Existing Plan
The full plan is available for viewing and download here:
CONNECT – Central Iowa Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan
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