CIRCLE 2050 MTP Update

The Indianapolis MPO is undergoing a major update to the region's metropolitan transportation plan (MTP). The CIRCLE 2050 MTP (Central Indiana: Reflect, Create, Lead, Excel) will include updated goals, information about regional transportation trends and projections, and an updated list of proposed major transportation projects through 2050.

To learn more about what an MTP is, check out this video.

Or visit this page to review the IMPO's current 2050 MTP. 

Project Milestones

  • Late Summer 2023 Public Engagement
  • Fall 2023 Develop goals, key performance indicators, and project scoring criteria
  • Winter-Spring 2024 Call for projects from IMPO member communities
  • Spring 2024 Public feedback on recommended project list
  • Summer 2024 Project Scoring
  • Fall 2024 Public feedback on CIRCLE 2050 draft plan (In Progress)
  • Fall/Winter 2024 CIRCLE 2050 Public Hearing & Adoption

Public Review Draft - Fall 2024

A draft document for the CIRCLE 2050 MTP is available for public review and comment from September 27 - October 27. As part of the public comment period, the document is available to review at the link below, or at the IMPO's office (by appointment) at 200 E. Washington St, Suite 2322, Indianapolis, IN 46204.


CIRCLE 2050 MTP - Public Review Draft (complete)


The document will also be available to view and discuss during Listening Sessions throughout the region and online. Listening Sessions will take place: 

    • Monday, Sept 30, 5:30-6:30 PM - Plainfield Public Library
    • Tuesday, Oct 1, 5-6 PM - Greenwood Public Library
    • Wednesday, Oct 2, 4:30-5:30 PM - Hancock County Public Library, Greenfield
    • Thursday, Oct 3, 1-2 PM - Indianapolis Central Library
    • Friday, Oct 4, 3-4 PM - Indianapolis Public Library, 38th St Branch
    • Saturday, Oct 5, 11:30 AM-12:30 PM - Indianapolis Public Library, Eagle Branch
    • Monday, Oct 7, 4-5 PM - Franklin Public Library
    • Thursday, Oct 10, 5-6 PM - Avon Public Library
    • Saturday, Oct 12, 11 AM-12 PM, Westfield Public Library
    • Monday, Oct 21, 2-3 PM - Garfield Park Arts Center
    • Online Listening Sessions


    Please submit any comments you have:

      • By email to Info@IndyMPO.gov
      • By phone by leaving a message on the IMPO's voicemail at 317-327-8601
      • By mail (must be received by Oct 27) to: Indianapolis MPO, 200 E. Washington St, Suite 2322, Indianapolis, IN 46204

Proposed Projects Feedback - Spring 2024

From April 22 through May 12, 2024 the IMPO accepted public comments on the major transportation projects proposed by cities, towns, and counties in Central Indiana. Those comments were shared with the communities who submitted each project. 

If you'd like to see a list or map of projects currently in the MTP, visit the active MTP webpage. If you'd like to see a list or map of projects that are being developed with IMPO funding, including roadways, bikeways, bridges, transit, and more, visit MiTIP

Public Survey - Fall 2023

The IMPO offered two CIRCLE 2050 MTP public surveys (one statistically valid) in Fall 2023, as well as holding seven focus group meetings. A summary of those results and conversations is below.  

CIRCLE 2050 MTP Public Engagement - 2023

Contact

Stay Informed

For updates and involvement opportunities on this project and others, please subscribe to our bi-weekly newsletter, teMPO. The newsletter includes regional project updates, upcoming educational and public input opportunities, and useful regional planning news.

To reach staff with questions or comments, contact the project manager: 

Jen Higginbotham

Jen Higginbotham