Next Stop 2050
Next Stop 2050 – Draft Long Range Transportation Plan
The Ozarks Transportation Organization (OTO) invites the public to review and comment on the draft Next Stop 2050 Long Range Transportation Plan. The plan establishes the region's transportation priorities through 2050, including goals, strategies, anticipated funding, and planned transportation investments.
Public Comment Period: October 20 – November 18, 2026
The draft plan identifies transportation needs throughout the region and outlines proposed investments in roadways, transit, bicycle and pedestrian facilities, and other transportation improvements. Interactive project maps are available to help the public explore proposed projects and investment priorities.
View the Draft Next Stop 2050 Plan (PDF)
Share Your Feedback
The public is encouraged to review the draft plan and provide comments on its recommendations, proposed projects, and transportation priorities.
Comments may also be submitted by email to comment@ozarkstransportation.org.
Meet with OTO Staff
Have questions about Next Stop 2050 or want to learn more about proposed transportation projects? Stop by one of our upcoming public drop-in sessions to explore the plan, ask questions, and share your feedback. No RSVP required!
Upcoming In-Person Opportunities
- Tuesday, November 10 | 4:30-6:00 pm
Library Station - Santa Fe Room, Springfield - Thursday, November 12 | 1:30-3:30 pm
Republic Library - Drop-in Session - Thursday, November 12 | 4:30-6:00 pm
Library Center - Community Room A, Springfield - Tuesday, November 17 | 4:30-6 pm
Christian County Library - Ozark Branch, Sondhi Storytime Room
Additional opportunities may be announced. Check back for updates.
Community Display: A Next Stop 2050 informational display will be available at Library Station. Visitors can explore proposed transportation projects and scan QR codes to access the plan and interactive maps online.
Copies of the draft plan are available at the OTO Office, MoDOT Southwest District Office, City Utilities Transit Center, Library Station, Library Center, Republic Branch Library, and Christian County Library Ozark Branch.
Public Comments are due by 5:00 pm on November 18, 2026.
