Welcome to Kootenai Metropolitan Planning Organization (KMPO). KMPO is the Metropolitan Planning Organization for Kootenai County. For more information on what we do at KMPO please check out the 'About KMPO' page.
A place to express your opinions when it comes to local transportation issues. Click here to visit KMPO's new 'blog.'
PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION RESOURCES
- Citylink - Click here to view Citylink's most recent Ridership Charts.
- KATS (Kootenai Area Transportation System) - Click here to view KATS-Link Monthly Ridership Chart.
NEWS AND NOTICES
April 17, 2008 - Special Meeting of KMPO Board Scheduled
A special meeting of the Kootenai Metropolitan Planning Organization (KMPO) Board has been called to address recent vehicle emissions testing legislation passed by Idaho Governor Butch Otter.
The Board will meet with the Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) on April 17, 2008 at
3:00 p.m. at the Post Falls Public Library, 821 N. Spokane St., Post Falls, ID.
The agenda for the meeting includes a presentation of the Vehicle Emissions Legislation by DEQ and how it affects Kootenai County, a Board discussion of alternative measures that may eliminate the need for emissions testing, and an opportunity for public comment on the topic.
KMPO weighs in on proposed emission testing
On Friday afternoon, KMPO was made aware of new automobile emission control legislation that is sitting on the governor's desk awaiting his signature. The bill is HB586, and would require Kootenai County to establish an automobile emission inspection and maintenance program. After reviewing the legislation and weighing the potential impacts KMPO responded to the Governor's office with many concerns. Read the letter KMPO sent to the governor on Monday by clicking here.
New Public Transportation Advisory Panel to be Formed
Kootenai Metropolitan Planning Organization is holding a formational meeting of the Public Transportation Committee, a group whose objective is to serve in an advisory capacity to the KMPO, providing recommendations on public transportation services and system improvements.
The meeting is Tuesday, April 8, 2008 from 2-4 p.m. at the Coeur d’Alene Public Library, 702 E. Front St., Coeur d’Alene. Members of the public may attend, but public comment will not be taken at this initial meeting. Subsequent meetings will provide an opportunity for public comment.
SRTMC Website
The Spokane Regional Transportation Management Center (SRTMC) has a new website that can help save time, gas, and frustration for Idaho residents who commute to Spokane. The new high-tech, customizable site provides real-time traffic information to help motorists avoid accidents, delays, and construction projects. Click here to check out the site and learn more about the SRTMC.
KMPO Launches New 'Web Log'
In an effort to reach more people and satisfy the demand for increased interaction between the public and local government agencies, KMPO has just launched a new interactive 'web log,' or 'blog.' Anyone with transportation questions or concerns is encouraged to click here to read the content and add their own comments or questions.
Kootenai County Comprehensive Plan
Kootenai County is currently working on a new Comprehensive Plan. Please go to http://www.kcgov.us/departments/planning/newcompplan.asp to review and make comments on the plan.
KMPO NEWSLETTER
The January '08 KMPO newsletter is now available! Click here to see what projects and activities KMPO has been working on lately.
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