August 19, 2026 Metropolitan Planning Organization Transportation Policy Board Meeting

The City of Longview's Metropolitan Planning Organization Transportation Policy Board met on August 19, 2026, primarily to discuss and consider the adoption of complete street design guidelines and a related policy statement. The presentation by a senior transportation engineer from Frieza Nichols highlighted the importance of integrating all modes of transportation—including pedestrian, bicycle, and vehicular traffic—into planning to improve community mobility, safety, and economic vitality. The board reviewed peer city programs, design manuals, and public feedback collected through surveys and open houses. The policy aims to formalize the consideration of all transportation modes in planning and project evaluation, fulfilling federal infrastructure bill requirements and local needs. The board approved moving forward with the adoption of these guidelines and policies to guide future transportation projects and funding prioritization. Additionally, updates were provided on the Fourth Street corridor study, public engagement efforts, and ongoing demographic and travel demand modeling to support long-term transportation planning through 2055. No specific contract awards or vendor selections were reported, but the meeting emphasized policy adoption and planning frameworks that will influence future procurement and project implementation.