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UPWP_FY2026-27 Document

From the Rapides Area Planning Commission meeting on July 1, 2026

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TABLE 1 | 2026 - 2027 UPWP Record of Changes Number Resolution Number Approval Date Description Change RAPC#20260506-02 03/13/26 Staff submitted first draft UPWP to DOTD/FHWA/FTA for review and comment. 2 04/22/26 Staff addressed FHWA and DOTD comments into second draft UPWP and submitted to DOTD/FHWA/FTA for review and comment. 3 4/22 - 5/6/26 Draft UPWP published for public review and comment comments were submitted. 4 04/29/26 Draft UPWP was presented to and approved for adoption by MPO Technical Advisory Committee. 5 05/06/26 Draft UPWP was presented to and adopted by the MPO Transportation Policy Committee. 7 5/27/26 Staff received additional DOTD and FHWA comments and updated document to address comments. 8 5/29/26 Resolution adopting the FY26 UPWP was signed by the TPC Chairman. 9 6/25/26 Staff submitted final revised FY 2026–2027 UPWP to LADOTD for federal approval. 10 07/07/2026 FHWA approved the Alexandria–Pineville MPO FY 2026– 2027 Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP).

RAPC SFY 2026–2027 UPWP – Final FHWA Approved RAPC SFY 2026–2027 UPWP – Final FHWA Approved Introduction The Uniﬁed Planning Work Program (UPWP) describes the transportation planning activities to be conducted within the Alexandria–Pineville Metropolitan Planning Area (MPA) during the ﬁscal year. The UPWP identiﬁes the planning tasks to be undertaken by the Alexandria– Pineville Metropolitan Planning Organization (APMPO) and its staﬀ and documents the funding sources that support these activities. The UPWP is developed by the MPO in cooperation with the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (LADOTD), the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), the Federal Transit Administration (FTA), and public transportation providers. The program outlines transportation planning activities organized into major task areas and establishes the budget and schedule associated with each activity. Financial support for the UPWP is provided through planning funds from FHWA and FTA, administered through LADOTD, along with matching contributions from local member governments of the Rapides Area Planning Commission (RAPC). FHWA and FTA planning funds are generally provided on an 80 percent federal and 20 percent local match basis. Certain planning initiatives, such as Complete Streets planning activities formula-funded through federal grant programs, may be provided with a 100 percent federal share. Preparation and implementation of the UPWP is required under federal metropolitan transportation planning regulations contained in 23 CFR 450.308 and 23 CFR 450.334 for urbanized areas with populations greater than 50,000. UPWP Planning Framework The planning activities described in this Uniﬁed Planning Work Program are organized into three major sections that reﬂect the MPO’s overall transportation planning process. They support a coordinated transportation planning process that links data collection and monitoring, planning and project development, and programming and implementation. Section A – Information and Monitoring Systems includes activities related to the collection, maintenance, and analysis of transportation, land use, and socioeconomic data used in the metropolitan transportation planning process. These activities provide the technical foundation for planning studies and support monitoring of transportation system performance. Section B – Planning Activities includes development and maintenance of regional transportation plans and planning initiatives, including the Metropolitan Transportation Plan (MTP), the MPO’s Complete Streets Program, and technical assistance provided to member governments. These activities help identify transportation needs and develop strategies to improve regional mobility, safety, and accessibility. Section C – Administration and Program Management includes activities that support administration of the metropolitan transportation planning program and implementation of planning initiatives. These activities include development and maintenance of the Transportation Improvement Program (TIP), preparation of required planning reports, administration of planning grants, coordination of transit planning activities, implementation of special studies and grant programs, and regional safety planning. RAPC SFY 2026–2027 UPWP – Final FHWA Approved About the Alexandria–Pineville MPO The Alexandria–Pineville Metropolitan Planning Organization (APMPO), administered by the Rapides Area Planning Commission (RAPC), is responsible for conducting the federally required metropolitan transportation planning process for the Alexandria–Pineville Metropolitan Planning Area (MPA). The MPO coordinates transportation planning activities among local governments, state and federal agencies, transit providers, and the public to ensure that transportation investments support regional mobility, safety, and economic development. Administration RAPC staﬀ administer the metropolitan transportation planning program and coordinate planning activities associated with the Transportation Improvement Program (TIP), Metropolitan Transportation Plan (MTP), Uniﬁed Planning Work Program (UPWP), and the Human Services Coordination Plan (HSCP). These activities support the e ﬀective management of the transportation planning process within the Alexandria–Pineville metropolitan area. Transportation planning activities are conducted through a continuing, cooperative, and comprehensive (3-C) planning process involving local governments, transportation agencies, stakeholders, and the public. Through this process, RAPC works with regional partners to identify transportation needs, develop planning studies, and coordinate implementation of transportation improvements. RAPC staﬀ will continue to monitor federal and state transportation legislation and planning guidance aﬀecting the MPO program. The Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA), enacted in November 2021, established updated federal transportation programs and policies that continue to guide metropolitan transportation planning activities. The MPO will continue implementing applicable requirements and guidance associated with IIJA and previous federal legislation such as the FAST Act. Regional Coordination The MPO promotes regional coordination by working closely with local, regional, state, and federal agencies involved in transportation planning and project implementation. These partners include the Rapides Area Planning Commission, Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development, Federal Highway Administration, Federal Transit Administration, Rapides Parish Police Jury, the City of Alexandria, the City of Pineville, the Town of Ball, and other regional organizations and stakeholders involved in transportation planning. RAPC staﬀ also participate in regional and statewide planning and safety initiatives, including coordination with planning organizations, transportation agencies, and professional associations involved in transportation planning and policy development. RAPC SFY 2026–2027 UPWP – Final FHWA Approved Data and Information Transportation planning activities described in the UPWP rely on data and information obtained through coordination with state agencies, local governments, transit providers, and other data sources. Much of the data used in the MPO planning process originates from information collected during development of the Metropolitan Transportation Plan (MTP) and other regional planning studies. Additional data sources include traﬃc counts collected by LADOTD and Rapides Parish, as well as demographic and economic data from the U.S. Census Bureau, FHWA, FTA, and the Louisiana Highway Safety Commission. These datasets are used to support transportation system analysis, travel demand forecasting, safety analysis, and performance monitoring. RAPC continues to enhance its technical capabilities and anticipates expanding its ability to collect traﬃc and multimodal transportation data through the acquisition of traﬃc counting equipment and related software to support future planning activities. Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) The Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) identiﬁes federally funded transportation projects scheduled for implementation within the Alexandria–Pineville Metropolitan Planning Area (MPA). The TIP is updated every four years and covers a minimum four-year programming period. The program is reviewed and amended as necessary to reﬂect project updates and funding changes. The MPO coordinates closely with the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (LADOTD) and local project sponsors to develop and maintain the TIP . The program includes projects funded through federal transportation programs such as the Surface Transportation Block Grant Program (STBG) and other federal and state transportation funding sources. The MPO continues to emphasize projects that can be implemented eﬃciently and provide near-term beneﬁts to the regional transportation system. Priority project types include pavement preservation, safety improvements, intersection and operational improvements, and other projects that enhance system performance and safety while minimizing the need for extensive right-of-way acquisition or utility relocation. TIP development and updates will follow applicable federal regulations and guidance, including 23 CFR Part 450, as well as current LADOTD procedures and formatting requirements. Activities related to TIP development, amendments, and monitoring are described in Subtask C-1 of this UPWP . Metropolitan Transportation Plan (MTP) The Metropolitan Transportation Plan (MTP) establishes the long-range transportation vision for the Alexandria–Pineville Metropolitan Planning Area and identiﬁes strategies and investments needed to support regional mobility over a minimum 20-year planning horizon. The current Alexandria–Pineville Metropolitan Transportation Plan 2045 was adopted by the MPO Policy Committee in December 2021. Development of the plan included reﬁnement of the regional travel demand model, with technical assistance provided by Alliance Transportation RAPC SFY 2026–2027 UPWP – Final FHWA Approved Group (ATG). MPO staﬀ now maintain and utilize the model to evaluate future transportation improvements and support long-range planning activities. The MTP identiﬁes regional transportation priorities that guide planning and project development activities, including:

• Safety
• System preservation and modernization
• Mobility and congestion management
• Environmental stewardship
• Transportation equity
• Economic vitality The MPO will begin the next update of the Metropolitan Transportation Plan in FY 2026, with completion anticipated in FY 2027. Activities related to the MTP update are described in Subtask B-2 of this UPWP . Special Project Planning The MPO conducts additional planning activities to support coordination of regional transportation services and address emerging transportation issues. Coordinated Human Services Transportation Planning Federal Transit Administration programs supporting transportation services for seniors, individuals with disabilities, and other transportation-disadvantaged populations require that projects be derived from a locally developed Coordinated Public Transit–Human Services Transportation Plan. This requirement applies to several federal programs, including FTA Sections 5310 and 5311, and supports coordination among transportation providers and human service agencies. To support these eﬀorts, RAPC established the Cenla Transportation Coalition (CTC), which includes regional transit providers, human service agencies, and other stakeholders. The coalition provides a forum for identifying transportation needs, improving coordination among service providers, and identifying opportunities to enhance mobility for transportationdisadvantaged populations. Development of the coordinated plan included stakeholder outreach, surveys, and public meetings to identify transportation needs and opportunities for improved coordination among service providers. The planning process also included evaluation of existing transportation services and identiﬁcation of gaps in service. The coordinated planning process includes three primary phases:

Data Collection – Identifying transportation providers, services, and service areas.
GIS Integration – Mapping transportation services, routes, and demographic data.
Service Coordination Strategies – Identifying service gaps, overlaps, and opportunities for improved coordination. The most recent Human Services Coordinated Transportation Plan was completed in 2023. RAPC will continue to convene quarterly meetings of the Cenla Transportation Coalition to support ongoing coordination among service providers. The next plan update is anticipated during FY 2026–FY 2027. RAPC SFY 2026–2027 UPWP – Final FHWA Approved Ozone Advance and Carbon Reduction Initiatives In 2016, RAPC developed the Ozone Advance Program (OAP) and submitted it to EPA Region VI. The program outlines strategies to maintain attainment of federal ozone standards in the Alexandria–Pineville urbanized area by identifying local emission reduction opportunities and coordinating regional air quality initiatives. Elements of the Ozone Advance Program will continue to inform regional strategies implemented through the Carbon Reduction Program (CRP) and other transportation planning initiatives aimed at reducing transportation-related emissions and improving environmental sustainability. Participation in the EPA Ozone Advance Program is conducted as a coordination activity and is not funded with FHWA PL or FTA 5303 planning funds. Central Louisiana Regional Infrastructure Beltway Commission The Central Louisiana Regional Infrastructure Beltway Commission was established by Act 518 of the 2009 Louisiana Legislature to plan and develop a transportation and utility corridor supporting residential, commercial, and industrial growth in Rapides Parish and southern Grant Parish. The proposed beltway is intended to improve regional mobility, support economic development, and enhance long-term transportation connectivity. The beltway project has been identiﬁed as a Priority A project on the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (LADOTD) Mega Project List. Beginning in 2014, the MPO initiated feasibility studies for the southern segment of the proposed beltway corridor (LA 28 West to LA 28 East) using MPO STP urbanized attributable funds and local matching funds provided by RAPC. Following completion of the initial study phases, the MPO Policy Committee and the Beltway Commission reviewed the study ﬁndings. In June 2020, the Beltway Commission voted to continue advancement of the project and directed staﬀ to pursue development of a Phase II planning eﬀort. RAPC SFY 2026–2027 UPWP – Final FHWA Approved Systems Planning Compliance with Federal Planning Requirements The metropolitan transportation planning process conducted by the Alexandria–Pineville Metropolitan Planning Organization (APMPO) is guided by federal transportation legislation, including the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA), and implementing regulations under 23 CFR Part 450. These regulations require MPOs to conduct transportation planning through a continuing, cooperative, and comprehensive (3-C) process. In coordination with the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (LADOTD), the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), and the Federal Transit Administration (FTA), RAPC ensures that metropolitan transportation planning activities comply with federal requirements. The planning tasks described in this Uniﬁed Planning Work Program address the federal planning factors established in IIJA and reﬂected throughout the metropolitan planning process. Each UPWP task contributes to one or more federal planning factors. The relationship between UPWP tasks and the planning factors is summarized in Table 5. MPO Project Development Pipeline RAPC coordinates planning activities across multiple UPWP tasks to support a structured project development pipeline that advances transportation improvements from planning to implementation. Transportation needs and potential projects are ﬁrst identiﬁed through system monitoring, longrange planning, and technical analysis. Public engagement activities help conﬁrm community priorities and inform project development. Planning initiatives such as Complete Streets planning, safety initiatives, and carbon reduction strategies further evaluate and reﬁne candidate projects. Projects identiﬁed through these eﬀorts may advance toward funding and implementation through programming in the Transportation Improvement Program (TIP). RAPC SFY 2026–2027 UPWP – Final FHWA Approved Federal Planning Factors Federal transportation law requires MPOs to consider a set of planning factors when developing transportation plans and programs. These factors guide the development of the Metropolitan Transportation Plan (MTP), Transportation Improvement Program (TIP), and Uniﬁed Planning Work Program (UPWP). The MPO annually certiﬁes that the metropolitan transportation planning process addresses these planning factors and complies with federal planning regulations under 23 CFR 450.308. These federal planning factors are listed in the table below. TABLE 2 | IIJA Federal Planning Factors Planning Factors Crosswalk Federal metropolitan transportation planning regulations require MPOs to consider a set of planning factors when developing transportation plans and programs. These factors, established under 23 CFR 450.306(b) and reinforced through the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA), guide the development of the Metropolitan Transportation Plan (MTP), Transportation Improvement Program (TIP), and Uniﬁed Planning Work Program (UPWP). The Alexandria–Pineville MPO addresses these planning factors through the planning activities described in this work program. Table 5 illustrates how individual UPWP tasks support the federal planning factors and demonstrates how the MPO’s planning program advances a continuing, cooperative, and comprehensive transportation planning process. # Federal Planning Factor 1 Support economic vitality and global competitiveness of metropolitan areas 2 Increase safety for motorized and non-motorized users 3 Increase security of the transportation system 4 Increase accessibility and mobility options for people and freight 5 Protect and enhance the environment, promote energy conservation, and improve quality of life 6 Enhance integration and connectivity of the transportation system across modes 7 Promote eﬃcient system management and operation 8 Emphasize preservation of the existing transportation system 9 Improve resiliency and reliability of the transportation system and reduce stormwater impacts 10 Enhance travel and tourism RAPC SFY 2026–2027 UPWP – Final FHWA Approved TABLE 3 | UPWP Task Matrix (IIJA Planning Factors) Factor 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 UPWP Task Econ Vitality Safety Security Mobility & Access Environment Multimodal Integration System Mgmt Preservation Resilience Tourism A-1 Trafﬁc & Development Monitoring ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ A-2 GIS & Spatial Analysis ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ B-1 MPO Services ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ B-2 MTP Development & Maintenance ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ B-3 Complete Streets Program ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ C-1 TIP Development & Programming ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ C-2 Program Support & Administration ✓ C-3 FHWA Funded Planning Activities ✓ ✓ C-4 FTA Funded Transit Planning Activities ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ C-5 Special Studies ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ C-6 Regional Safety Activities ✓ ✓ ✓ RAPC SFY 2026–2027 UPWP – Final FHWA Approved Public Involvement Public participation is a fundamental component of the metropolitan transportation planning process. Federal transportation legislation and regulations under 23 CFR Part 450 require Metropolitan Planning Organizations (MPOs) to provide meaningful opportunities for public involvement in the development of transportation plans and programs. RAPC, serving as the Alexandria–Pineville Metropolitan Planning Organization (APMPO), is committed to maintaining an open and inclusive planning process that encourages participation from residents, stakeholders, and partner agencies throughout the metropolitan planning area. Public involvement activities are conducted in accordance with the MPO’s Public Participation Plan (P3), which establishes procedures for providing the public with early and continuous opportunities to participate in transportation planning activities. These procedures ensure that citizens, public agencies, private organizations, and other interested parties have access to information and opportunities to provide input during development of MPO plans and programs. Public Engagement Summary The Alexandria–Pineville MPO provides multiple opportunities for public participation throughout the transportation planning process. Public engagement activities are designed to ensure that community perspectives are incorporated into regional transportation decisions. TABLE 4 | MPO Public Engagement Activities These outreach activities support the MPO’s continuing, cooperative, and comprehensive (3-C) planning process and help ensure that transportation plans and programs reﬂect the needs and priorities of the Alexandria–Pineville metropolitan area. Public Engagement Activity Purpose Example Activities Public Meetings and Workshops Provide opportunities for residents and stakeholders to review and comment on transportation plans and programs Public meetings during development of the MTP , TIP , UPWP , and other planning studies Public Review and Comment Periods Allow the public to review draft planning documents prior to adoption Public comment periods for major plan updates and amendments Stakeholder Outreach Engage community organizations, local governments, and transportation partners Presentations to civic organizations, coordination with partner agencies Digital Engagement Provide access to planning information and opportunities for input online RAPC transportation website, online surveys, email notiﬁcations Accessible Participation Ensure inclusive participation in the planning process ADA-accessible meeting locations and accommodation for persons with disabilities RAPC SFY 2026–2027 UPWP – Final FHWA Approved Public Engagement Process Public engagement occurs throughout the development of MPO plans and programs. Opportunities for participation are provided at key stages of the metropolitan transportation planning process. TABLE 5 | MPO Public Engagement Process Community Outreach RAPC staﬀ provide information regarding transportation planning activities through a variety of outreach methods. Notices of meetings and planning activities are posted on the RAPC transportation website (www.rapc.info/transportation) and distributed through email lists, media notices, and other communication channels. MPO staﬀ maintain a list of interested parties who request notiﬁcation of transportation planning activities. This list includes local governments, transportation providers, community organizations, and members of the public interested in MPO planning activities. Presentations regarding transportation plans, studies, and initiatives may also be provided to civic organizations, neighborhood groups, and other community stakeholders upon request. Planning documents including the Public Participation Plan (PPP), Uniﬁed Planning Work Program (UPWP), Metropolitan Transportation Plan (MTP), and Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) are available to the public through the RAPC website (www.rapc.info/ transportation ) and at the RAPC oﬃce. Planning Activity Purpose Public Engagement Opportunities Data and System Monitoring Evaluate transportation system conditions and identify emerging needs Stakeholder outreach and information sharing Metropolitan Transportation Plan (MTP) Establish long-range transportation vision and priorities Public meetings, workshops, surveys, public review and comment periods Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) Program federally funded transportation projects for implementation Public review periods and public meetings for signiﬁcant amendments Uniﬁed Planning Work Program (UPWP) Deﬁne annual transportation planning activities and budgets Public review and comment prior to adoption Special Studies and Planning Initiatives Evaluate speciﬁc transportation issues and develop project concepts Public workshops, stakeholder coordination, and online engagement tools RAPC SFY 2026–2027 UPWP – Final FHWA Approved Inclusive Participation RAPC is committed to ensuring that all individuals have the opportunity to participate in the transportation planning process. Special eﬀorts are made to engage traditionally underserved populations, including low-income communities, minority populations, older adults, and individuals with disabilities. All public meetings and events are held in locations that are accessible in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals requiring special accommodations or communication assistance may contact the Rapides Area Planning Commission in advance of the meeting. Requests for accommodations should be directed to: Requests for accommodations should be made at least three working days prior to scheduled meetings whenever possible. Public Review and Comment Draft versions of the Metropolitan Transportation Plan (MTP), Transportation Improvement Program (TIP), Uniﬁed Planning Work Program (UPWP), and Public Participation Plan (P3), as well as major amendments to these documents, will be made available for public review prior to adoption. Notices of public review periods and public meetings will be published on the RAPC transportation website (www.rapc.info/transportation) and distributed to interested parties. Draft documents will be available for review on the RAPC website and at the RAPC oﬃce. Public review periods will provide adequate time for interested parties to submit comments. A minimum two-week notice will be provided prior to public participation meetings when feasible. All comments received during public review periods will be considered prior to adoption of MPO plans and programs. A summary of comments received and responses provided will be included in the ﬁnal adopted documents. The Public Participation Plan (PPP) is periodically reviewed to ensure that the public involvement process remains eﬀective. Updates to the PPP will be subject to a minimum 45day public review and comment period prior to adoption. RAPC SFY 2026–2027 UPWP – Final FHWA Approved Public Review and Title VI Development of this Uniﬁed Planning Work Program included opportunities for public review and participation. MPO committee meetings were conducted in publicly accessible venues and through virtual participation options. Public comment opportunities were provided during meetings of the Transportation Policy Committee (TPC) and other MPO committees. Draft copies of the UPWP were distributed to appropriate partner agencies and made available for public review at the Rapides Area Planning Commission (RAPC) oﬃce and on the RAPC transportation website (https://www.rapc.info/transportation). Comments received during the review period were considered and addressed where appropriate prior to adoption. RAPC conducts transportation planning activities in compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, which provides that no person in the United States shall, on the basis of race, color, or national origin, be excluded from participation in, denied the beneﬁts of, or otherwise subjected to discrimination under any program or activity receiving federal ﬁnancial assistance. Level of Planning Eﬀort The planning tasks described in this UPWP respond to the transportation planning needs of the Alexandria–Pineville Metropolitan Planning Area (MPA) and support a continuing, cooperative, and comprehensive (3-C) planning process. The work program includes activities addressing multiple transportation modes, including roadway, transit, bicycle, pedestrian, and freight transportation. Transportation planning activities conducted under this UPWP consider the objectives of local comprehensive plans and other regional planning initiatives to ensure coordination between land use and transportation planning. Work products will be developed by RAPC staﬀ, with support from consultants and coordination with partner agencies including local governments, LADOTD, FHWA, FTA, and other regional stakeholders. Air Quality Planning The Alexandria–Pineville Metropolitan Planning Area is currently in attainment of federal ozone standards and is not subject to transportation conformity requirements. However, RAPC continues to support proactive air quality planning initiatives aimed at maintaining healthy air quality conditions in the region. RAPC participates in the EPA Ozone Advance Program, which promotes voluntary strategies to preserve or improve regional air quality. Eﬀorts focus on increasing public awareness of ground-level ozone and identifying practical strategies that may reduce emissions from transportation sources. Air quality planning activities are coordinated with regional partners and may also support initiatives implemented through programs such as the Carbon Reduction Program (CRP) and other transportation planning eﬀorts that promote sustainable transportation and reduced emissions. RAPC SFY 2026–2027 UPWP – Final FHWA Approved Regional Transportation System Priorities Through ongoing coordination with local governments, stakeholders, and the public, several key priorities have been identiﬁed for the regional transportation system. These priorities guide planning and project development activities within the MPO program. TABLE 6 | MPO Key Regional Priorities Key Regional Priorities Preservation of the existing transportation system, including maintenance and rehabilitation of roadway infrastructure. Improved transportation access and mobility, supporting workforce participation and economic opportunity. Eﬃcient movement of freight, which is critical to the region’s economic competitiveness. Improved transportation safety for all users, including motorists, pedestrians, bicyclists, and transit users. Expanded multimodal transportation options, ensuring safe and accessible travel choices for residents and visitors. Transportation system resilience, particularly in response to extreme weather events and other hazards. Regional coordination of public transportation services, reducing barriers created by jurisdictional boundaries and improving system integration. RAPC SFY 2026–2027 UPWP – Final FHWA Approved Organization and Management The Alexandria–Pineville Metropolitan Planning Organization (APMPO), administered by the Rapides Area Planning Commission (RAPC), is responsible for conducting the federally required metropolitan transportation planning process for the Alexandria–Pineville Metropolitan Planning Area (MPA). RAPC coordinates transportation planning activities among local governments, state and federal agencies, transit providers, and the public to support regional mobility, safety, and economic development. The MPO operates through a committee structure supported by RAPC staﬀ and coordinated through cooperative agreements with state and federal transportation agencies. Organizational Structure The MPO planning process is supported by a multi-level organizational structure that includes policy leadership, technical advisory support, and professional sta ﬀ responsible for implementing the transportation planning program. TABLE 7 | MPO Organizational Structure MPO Committees Transportation Policy Committee (TPC) The Transportation Policy Committee (TPC) serves as the policy-making body for the MPO and provides overall direction for the metropolitan transportation planning process. The committee is responsible for approving major MPO plans and programs, including the Metropolitan Transportation Plan (MTP), Transportation Improvement Program (TIP), and Uniﬁed Planning Work Program (UPWP). Membership consists primarily of elected oﬃcials representing jurisdictions within the Metropolitan Planning Area along with representatives from regional transportation agencies. Membership is established through agreement among participating jurisdictions and in accordance with 23 CFR 450.310. Voting Members

• City of Alexandria (3)
• City of Pineville (2)
• Town of Ball (1)
• Rapides Parish Police Jury (2)
• LADOTD District 08 (1)
• Central Louisiana Regional Port (1)
• England Airpark (1) Entity Role Transportation Policy Committee (TPC) Policy-making body responsible for approving MPO plans, programs, and policies Technical Advisory Committee (TAC) Provides technical guidance and recommendations on transportation plans and studies RAPC Staff Administers the MPO planning program and implements planning activities Advisory Groups and Partners Includes regional transportation providers, human services agencies, and other stakeholders RAPC SFY 2026–2027 UPWP – Final FHWA Approved Non-Voting Advisory Members
• Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) Louisiana Division
• Federal Transit Administration (FTA) Region VI Technical Advisory Committee (TAC) The Technical Advisory Committee (TAC) provides technical guidance and professional recommendations to the Transportation Policy Committee regarding transportation plans, programs, and projects. TAC membership consists of technical staﬀ representing local governments, state agencies, and transportation providers within the region. The committee reviews planning studies, evaluates technical analyses, and provides recommendations prior to consideration by the TPC. Voting Members
• City of Alexandria (1)
• City of Pineville (1)
• Town of Ball (1)
• Rapides Parish Police Jury (1)
• LADOTD District 08 (2)
• LADOTD HQ (1)
• LADOTD Public Transit (1)
• Rapides Area Planning Commission (4) Both the TPC and TAC meet on a quarterly basis, with additional meetings scheduled as needed. TAC and TPC FY 2027 quarterly meeting schedule located in Appendix D. CenLA Transportation Coalition (CTC) The CenLA Transportation Coalition (CTC) supports coordination among regional transit providers and human services agencies to improve mobility for transportation-disadvantaged populations. The coalition was previously known as the Human Services Coordination Plan Committee (HSCPC). The CTC meets quarterly and helps guide development and implementation of the Coordinated Public Transit–Human Services Transportation Plan. Staﬀ Support Services RAPC staﬀ provide professional planning, technical analysis, and administrative support necessary to implement the MPO planning program. Table 8 summarizes the staﬀ services supporting MPO planning activities. Key staff functions include:
• Metropolitan Transportation Plan (MTP) development and updates
• Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) development and monitoring
• Uniﬁed Planning Work Program (UPWP) development and administration
• GIS mapping and spatial analysis
• Transportation data collection and analysis
• Public engagement and stakeholder outreach
• Grant administration and ﬁnancial management
• Committee coordination and meeting support RAPC SFY 2026–2027 UPWP – Final FHWA Approved TABLE 8 | Staﬀ Support Services UPWP Section Program Area Staﬀ Support Services Section A – Information and Monitoring Systems Data Collection and System Monitoring
• Traﬃc, bicycle, and pedestrian data collection • Socioeconomic and land use data analysis • Travel demand model support • Performance measure monitoring and reporting GIS and Spatial Analysis
• GIS database development and maintenance • Mapping and spatial analysis for MPO plans and studies • Data visualization and technical mapping support Section B – Planning Activities MPO Planning Services
• Technical assistance to member governments • Local transportation and land use planning support
• Multimodal and Complete Streets planning Long-Range Planning
• Metropolitan Transportation Plan (MTP) development and updates • Corridor and system planning studies • Safety, mobility, and sustainability planning initiatives Section C – Program Management and Implementation Program Development and Administration
• Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) development and monitoring • Uniﬁed Planning Work Program (UPWP) development and administration • Grant and contract administration Public Engagement and Coordination
• Public involvement and stakeholder outreach • Coordination of MPO committees (TPC, TAC) • Regional coordination with LADOTD, FHWA, FTA, and partner agencies Administrative Support
• Meeting coordination, agendas, and minutes • Website and digital communications management • Reports, newsletters, and planning publications • Records management and document distribution RAPC SFY 2026–2027 UPWP – Final FHWA Approved FIGURE 1 | Rapides Area Planning Commission (RAPC) Organizational Structure Chief Executive Ofﬁcer Matt Johns, AICP , CFM, CSI RAPC Board of Commissioners Executive Planning Assistant Ivy Guillot HR/Accounting Manager Heidi Murrell Chief Information Ofﬁcer Jamie Wallace Chief Building Ofﬁcial Chris Wiley, CBO Chief Transportation Ofﬁcer Jonathan Bolen Chief Development Ofﬁcer Melissa Wynn, CFM Permit Techs Brittaney Bayonne Jessica Johnson Melissa Ballard, CFM Jennifer Taylor Monique Thompson Kassidy Stephens Stacey Bardwell Building Ofﬁcials Jean Paul Pellerin, CBO Robert Guimbellot, CBO Dennis Stewart, CBO Klint Klimsey, CBO Billy McShan, CBO Scott Grady, CBO Wayne Blocker, CBO Development Administrator Blake Powell, CSI Hazard Mitigation Planner / Grant Administrator Kimberly Boyd Hazard Mitigation Planning Interns Regional Mobility Manager Nicolas Blackstone Regional Highway Safety Coordinator Destiny Kunefke Transportation Planner I Darryll Martin Transportation Planner II Jimontanae McBride Joanne Poret Transportation Planning Interns RAPC SFY 2026–2027 UPWP – Final FHWA Approved Agreements Metropolitan transportation planning activities are conducted through cooperative agreements among the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), Federal Transit Administration (FTA), and the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (LADOTD). Federal planning funds are administered through LADOTD with local matching funds provided by RAPC and its member governments. RAPC also maintains cooperative relationships with regional transportation partners and may utilize consultant services to support specialized planning activities. These agreements support the implementation of a continuing, cooperative, and comprehensive (3-C) transportation planning process. Operational Procedures and Bylaws The Rapides Area Planning Commission (RAPC) was established by executive order of the Governor of Louisiana in 1972 to provide regional planning services to local governments within Rapides Parish and the surrounding region. RAPC provides transportation planning, geographic information systems (GIS), ﬂoodplain management, and other technical services to communities in central Louisiana. RAPC is designated by the Governor as the Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) for the Alexandria–Pineville Metropolitan Planning Area, which includes the City of Alexandria, City of Pineville, Town of Ball, and surrounding areas of Rapides Parish. The MPO operates in accordance with adopted bylaws that deﬁne the responsibilities of the Transportation Policy Committee, Technical Advisory Committee, and MPO staﬀ. These bylaws guide the administration of the metropolitan transportation planning process and are available to the public upon request from RAPC. The adopted MPO by-laws are available to the public upon request via email to Heidi Murrell RAPC SFY 2026–2027 UPWP – Final FHWA Approved FIGURE 2 | MPO Planning Area Map (based on 2020 Census) RAPC SFY 2026–2027 UPWP – Final FHWA Approved FHWA and FTA Administration Tasks and Funding The following sections describe the planning tasks, funding sources supporting the planning tasks, funded through the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) and the Federal Transit Administration (FT
A) metropolitan planning programs. These tasks support implementation of the Alexandria–Pineville Metropolitan Planning Organization’s transportation planning activities and are organized by major program areas within the Uniﬁed Planning Work Program. TABLE 9 | UPWP T ask Matrix Task Title Page # Section A – Information and Monitoring Systems A-1 Traﬃc and Development Monitoring 24 A-2 Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and Spatial Analysis 25 Section B – Planning Activities B-1 MPO Services 27 B-2 Metropolitan Transportation Plan (MTP) Development and Maintenance 28 B-3 Complete Streets 29 Section C – Administration and Program Management C-1 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) Development and Programming 31 C-2 Program Support and Administration 32 C-3 FHWA Funded Planning Activities 33 C-4 FTA Funded Transit Planning Activities 34 C-5 Special Studies 35 C-6 Regional Safety Activities 38 RAPC SFY 2026–2027 UPWP – Final FHWA Approved Section A – Information and Monitoring Systems Section A includes activities that support the collection, management, and analysis of transportation, land use, and socioeconomic data used in the Alexandria–Pineville MPO planning process. These activities provide the technical foundation for regional transportation planning by monitoring transportation system conditions, development trends, and demographic changes within the MPO planning area. Tasks within this section include monitoring traﬃc conditions and development trends, maintaining planning datasets, and managing geographic information system (GIS) resources used to support MPO planning activities. Information developed through these tasks supports preparation of the Metropolitan Transportation Plan (MTP), Transportation Improvement Program (TIP), safety analysis, travel demand modeling, and other planning studies conducted under the Uniﬁed Planning Work Program. Subtask Role Focus A-1 Traﬃc and Development Monitoring Data monitoring Collection and analysis of traﬃc, socioeconomic, and system performance data A-2 Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and Spatial Analysis Technical analysis GIS data management, spatial analysis, mapping, and modeling support RAPC SFY 2026–2027 UPWP – Final FHWA Approved Subtask A-1 Purpose To collect and monitor traﬃc data and development activity within the Alexandria–Pineville MPO planning area. Data collected under this task supports development of the Metropolitan Transportation Plan (MTP), Transportation Improvement Program (TIP), travel demand modeling, and performance monitoring. Methodology RAPC staﬀ will coordinate with LADOTD, local jurisdictions, and regional partners to collect, maintain, and monitor traﬃc count data and development activity within the MPO planning area. Activities will include conducting traﬃc counts, maintaining traﬃc data records, and monitoring land development trends to support transportation planning and project development. Data collected under this task will be used to support performance-based planning and travel demand modeling and will be provided for integration into GIS resources maintained under Subtask A-2. This task does not include GIS analysis or system-level modeling activities, which are addressed under Subtask A-2 and Task B-2. Schedule This task will be completed throughout the entire FY 2026-2027. Traﬃc and Development Monitoring Funding Sources 2026-2027 LADOTD $ 0.00 FHWA_PL $ 36,428.60 RAPC Match $ 9,107.15 TOTAL $ 45,535.75 Expected Work Product Responsible Party Anticipated Completion Collect traﬃc counts (vehicular, bicycle, and pedestrian) to support MPO planning activities, project development, and performance monitoring. RAPC Summer 2027 Maintain traﬃc count database and associated records for use in planning, modeling, and project evaluation. RAPC Ongoing Monitor land development activity to support transportation planning and project development. RAPC Ongoing Provide traﬃc count data and development monitoring inputs to support the APMPO Travel Demand Model. RAPC Ongoing Support MPO performance monitoring through collection of traﬃc and related data inputs. RAPC Ongoing Coordinate with LADOTD and local partners on traﬃc data collection and data sharing eﬀorts. RAPC Ongoing / As Needed RAPC SFY 2026–2027 UPWP – Final FHWA Approved Subtask A-2 Purpose To maintain GIS databases and spatial analysis capabilities used to support transportation planning and decision-making within the Alexandria–Pineville MPO planning area. Methodology RAPC staﬀ will maintain and update GIS databases and spatial datasets supporting MPO planning activities, including transportation, land use, and demographic data. Activities will include data integration, validation, and quality control of datasets developed under Task A-1 and other sources. Staﬀ will produce mapping and spatial analysis to support MPO planning activities, including the TIP , safety planning, travel demand modeling, and other UPWP tasks. Coordination with LADOTD, local jurisdictions, and regional partners will support updates to multimodal datasets and integration of MPO data into internal systems and public-facing mapping platforms. Schedule This task will be completed throughout the entire FY 2026-2027. Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and Spatial Analysis Funding Sources 2026-2027 LADOTD $ 0.00 FHWA_PL $ 46,924.10 RAPC Match $ 11,731.03 FTA-5303 $ 7,360.00 RAPC Match $ 1,840.00 TOTAL $ 67,855.13 Expected Work Product Responsible Party Anticipated Completion Maintain and update GIS databases and spatial datasets supporting MPO planning activities, including transportation, land use, and demographic data. RAPC Ongoing Perform data integration, validation, and quality control of MPO datasets, including traﬃc, multimodal network, land use, and demographic data. RAPC Ongoing Maintain, validate, and update multimodal transportation network datasets (roadway, bicycle, pedestrian, and transit), including coordination with member jurisdictions and integration with public-facing mapping platforms (e.g., Google Maps, OpenStreetMap). RAPC Ongoing Produce maps, spatial analysis, and visualization products to support MPO plans, studies, project development, and public outreach. RAPC Ongoing Provide GIS and mapping support for the APMPO Travel Demand Model and other UPWP tasks. RAPC Ongoing / As Needed Provide GIS and mapping assistance to local governments within the MPO planning area. RAPC Ongoing / As Requested Existing Sidewalk GIS Database – Phase III. RAPC Summer 2027 RAPC SFY 2026–2027 UPWP – Final FHWA Approved Section B – Planning Activities Section B includes activities that support development of transportation plans, policies, and planning initiatives within the Alexandria–Pineville MPO planning area. These activities evaluate transportation system needs, develop strategies to improve regional mobility and safety, and support identi ﬁcation of transportation improvements that may advance through the Transportation Improvement Program (TIP). Subtasks within this section function as a coordinated Planning and Project Development Program. Activities include providing technical assistance to local governments, developing and maintaining the Metropolitan Transportation Plan (MTP), and implementing the MPO’s Complete Streets program to identify and advance multimodal transportation improvements. Subtask Role Focus B-1 MPO Services Local planning coordination Technical assistance to member governments B-2 MTP Development and Maintenance Long-range planning Regional mobility strategy and modeling B-3 Complete Streets Project development Multimodal project identiﬁcation and prioritization RAPC SFY 2026–2027 UPWP – Final FHWA Approved Subtask B-1 Purpose To provide technical planning assistance to local governments within the Alexandria–Pineville MPO planning area for transportation-related activities that support coordinated regional development. Assistance under this task helps ensure that local plans, policies, and development decisions are consistent with the goals and strategies of the Metropolitan Transportation Plan (MTP) and other adopted MPO plans and programs. Methodology RAPC staﬀ will provide technical planning assistance to member governments, as requested, to support transportation-related planning initiatives within the MPO planning area. Assistance may include coordination with local jurisdictions, review of plans and development proposals, and support for activities that ensure consistency between local eﬀorts and regional transportation plans and policies. Services will be delivered through a structured request process and scoped as small-scale, planning-level eﬀorts based on MPO priorities, project readiness, and available budget. Work products are limited to planning-level activities and will not include ﬁnal design, engineering, or construction. Schedule This task will be completed throughout the entire FY 2026-2027. MPO Services Funding Sources 2026-2027 LADOTD $ 0.00 FHWA_PL $ 36,904.77 RAPC Match $ 9,226.19 FTA-5303 $ 4,905.60 RAPC Match $ 1,226.40 TOTAL $ 52,262.96 Expected Work Product Responsible Party Anticipated Completion Provide mapping, GIS, and technical planning assistance to MPO member governments. RAPC Ongoing / As Requested Assist local governments with updates to plans, regulations, and ordinances to maintain consistency with regional transportation goals. RAPC Ongoing / As Requested Conduct technical studies and analyses for member jurisdictions (e.g., traﬃc, transit, parking, demographic, environmental, or outreachrelated studies). RAPC As Requested Support development of local transportation-related plans such as comprehensive plans, master street plans, land use plans, bikeway and pedestrian plans, and transit service plans. RAPC As Requested Provide additional transportation-related planning support to MPO member jurisdictions. RAPC As Requested RAPC SFY 2026–2027 UPWP – Final FHWA Approved Subtask B-2 Purpose To develop, update, and maintain the Alexandria–Pineville Metropolitan Transportation Plan (MTP), a ﬁnancially constrained 20-year transportation plan that identi ﬁes regional transportation needs and strategies for the metropolitan planning area. The MTP will support a multimodal, performance-based transportation planning process that evaluates system performance, addresses safety and infrastructure condition, and guides long-range transportation investment consistent with federal metropolitan planning requirements. Methodology RAPC staﬀ will continue development and maintenance of the Metropolitan Transportation Plan (MTP) in accordance with the metropolitan planning requirements outlined in 23 CFR 450, ensuring a continuing, cooperative, and comprehensive (3-C) planning process. The MTP update is currently underway and is anticipated to be completed and adopted by June 30, 2027. This task will build upon foundational work conducted under UPWP Tasks A-1 and A-2, including ongoing data collection, system monitoring, GIS database development, and spatial analysis. RAPC will utilize these resources, along with the APMPO Travel Demand Model, to evaluate existing transportation conditions, forecast future travel demand, and assess multimodal system performance across the Metropolitan Planning Area (MPA). The MTP update will result in a comprehensive, multimodal transportation strategy that reﬂects regional priorities, supports federal performance goals, and provides a clear framework for future transportation investment decisions within the MPA. Data development, GIS analysis, and system monitoring supporting the MTP will be performed under Subtasks A-1 and A-2 to ensure clear separation of planning functions for compliance and audit purposes. This task includes both ongoing MTP maintenance activities and the comprehensive Move 2050 MTP update eﬀort, which are reﬂected separately in the UPWP funding summary for clarity. Key activities include:
• Evaluation of system performance and identi ﬁcation of transportation needs using performance-based planning principles;
• Development of goals, objectives, performance measures, and scenario-based investment strategies;
• Travel demand modeling and analysis of future conditions;
• Public and stakeholder engagement consistent with the MPO’s Public Participation Plan and federal requirements; Metropolitan Transportation Plan (MTP) Development and Maintenance Funding Sources 2026-2027 LADOTD SPR-A [MTP Update] $ 80,000.00 LADOTD Match [MTP Update] $ 20,000.00 STP50-200K [MTP Update] $ 80,000.00 RAPC Match [MTP Update] $ 20,000.00 FHWA_PL $ 16,126.38 RAPC Match $ 4,031.60 FTA-5303 $ 6,974.40 RAPC Match $ 1,743.60 TOTAL $ 228,875.98 RAPC SFY 2026–2027 UPWP – Final FHWA Approved
• Coordination with regional partners, including the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development(LADOTD), to ensure consistency with state and regional plans;
• Integration of related planning eﬀorts, including Complete Streets (B-3), Carbon Reduction Program activities, safety initiatives, transit planning (C-3), and TIP development (C-1); and
• Preparation of a ﬁscally constrained, performance-based MTP , including all required elements for adoption. Schedule This task will be completed throughout the entire FY 2026-2028. Expected Work Product Responsible Party Anticipated Completion Updated MTP planning assumptions, existing conditions analysis, and baseline data integration utilizing inputs developed under Subtasks A-1 and A-2 (including socioeconomic and demographic data updates). RAPC Dec-26 Updated Street and Highway Networks to 2024 Base Year, including ADT and network validation for model application. Consultant Summer Updated Trafﬁc Analysis Zone (TAZ) demographic data to 2024 Base Year. Consultant Summer Extension of TAZ socioeconomic forecasts to horizon years (2030, 2040, and 2050) to support long-range modeling and scenario planning. Consultant Fall 2026 Travel demand model updates, calibration support, and networkbased forecast analysis to evaluate future transportation conditions and scenarios. RAPC (with Consultant support) Mar-27 Development of MTP goals, objectives, performance measures, and scenario evaluation framework consistent with performance-based planning requirements. RAPC Mar-27 Performance measure monitoring, system condition assessment, and needs analysis supporting MTP development. RAPC Apr-27 Public and stakeholder engagement activities, including documentation of outreach in accordance with the MPO Public Participation Plan and federal requirements. RAPC Ongoing through May Draft Move 2050 MTP document, including ﬁnancial plan, project prioritization, and multimodal investment strategies. RAPC May-27 Final Move 2050 MTP document, including all required elements for a ﬁscally constrained, performance-based plan. RAPC Jun-27 MTP amendments, administrative modiﬁcations, or technical updates to maintain consistency with the Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) and planning activities. RAPC As needed Documentation supporting MTP development, maintenance, and compliance with federal planning requirements. RAPC 30-Jun-27 RAPC SFY 2026–2027 UPWP – Final FHWA Approved Subtask B-3 Purpose Following completion of the Complete Streets Prioritization Plan as part of the 2025-2026 UPWP , staﬀ will develop a small toolkit to help local governments advance prioritized Complete Streets projects toward funding and implementation. The eﬀort will focus on translating selected priority corridors into simple concept-level project summaries and identifying potential funding sources. Methodology Staﬀ will review the prioritized project list and select several projects suitable for near-term advancement. Staﬀ will utilize available data and analysis developed under Subtasks A-1 and A-2, including roadway conditions, safety data, and pedestrian and bicycle infrastructure information. Staﬀ will develop concept-level Complete Streets improvements based on identiﬁed needs and existing data and describe the proposed improvements, planning-level cost ranges, and potential beneﬁts. Potential funding programs such as HSIP , STBG, CRP , TAP , and SS4A will also be identiﬁed. Data collection, GIS analysis, and system monitoring supporting Complete Streets activities will be conducted under Subtasks A-1 and A-2. Schedule This task will be completed throughout the entire FY 2026-2027. Complete Streets Funding Sources 2026-2027 LADOTD $ 0.00 FHWA_PL (100%) $ 4,153.00 RAPC Match $ 0.00 TOTAL $ 4,153.00 Expected Work Product Responsible Party Anticipated Completion Complete Streets funding source reference table. RAPC September 2026 Project development checklist and screening guidance to support advancement of Complete Streets projects. RAPC October 2026 Complete Streets Implementation Toolkit (focused on applying existing plan recommendations and project pipeline). RAPC December 2026 RAPC SFY 2026–2027 UPWP – Final FHWA Approved Section C – Administration and Program Management Section C includes activities that support administration and implementation of the Alexandria– Pineville MPO transportation planning program. These activities ensure compliance with federal metropolitan planning requirements and support coordination with federal, state, and local partners. Tasks within this section include development and maintenance of the Transportation Improvement Program (TIP), administration of the Uniﬁed Planning Work Program (UPWP), management of federal planning grants, coordination of public participation activities, transit planning coordination, implementation of special studies, and regional safety planning. Subtask Role Focus C-1 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) Development & Programming Project programming Development, management, and monitoring of federally funded transportation projects C-2 Program Support & Administration Program reporting Preparation and publication of required MPO plans, reports, and planning documents C-3 FHWA Funded Planning Activities Planning program administration UPWP administration, grant management, public participation, and compliance with federal planning requirements C-4 FTA Funded Transit Planning Activities Transit planning coordination Coordination of regional transit planning activities, including mobility management and transit facility initiatives C-5 Special Studies Planning initiatives and grant implementation Implementation of special planning programs such as TDM, Reconnecting Communities, SS4A initiatives, and Roadway Drainage Study C-6 Regional Safety Activities Safety planning coordination Support for regional safety planning, SHSP implementation, LRSP development, and safety performance monitoring RAPC SFY 2026–2027 UPWP – Final FHWA Approved Subtask C-1 Purpose To develop, maintain, and implement the Alexandria–Pineville MPO Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) in cooperation with the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (LADOTD), local governments, and transit providers, consistent with 23 CFR Part 450 Subpart C. This task supports the programming and advancement of federally funded transportation projects, including Surface Transportation Block Grant (STBG) and Carbon Reduction Program (CRP) investments, and ensures consistency with the adopted Metropolitan Transportation Plan (MTP) and the Statewide Transportation Improvement Program (STIP). Methodology RAPC staﬀ will coordinate with LADOTD, local jurisdictions, transit providers, and project sponsors to develop, maintain, and implement the TIP in accordance with applicable federal and state requirements. Key activities include:
• Development and adoption of the FFY 2027–2030 TIP , including project prioritization and ﬁscal constraint;
• Administration of the MPO’s Surface Transportation Block Grant (STBG) suballocation program and coordination of Carbon Reduction Program (CRP) funds apportioned to the MPO;
• Programming and incorporation of projects identiﬁed through the MPO’s Carbon Reduction Plan into the TIP and project delivery pipeline;
• Processing TIP amendments and administrative modiﬁcations to maintain consistency with project readiness, funding availability, and implementation schedules;
• Monitoring the status and advancement of programmed projects in coordination with LADOTD and project sponsors;
• Preparation and publication of the Annual Listing of Obligated Projects (ALOP) in accordance with federal requirements; and
• Documentation and reporting of TIP activities to ensure consistency with the MTP and STIP and compliance with federal and state requirements. Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) Development & Programming Funding Sources 2026-2027 LADOTD $ 0.00 FHWA_PL $ 25,717.64 RAPC Match $ 6,429.41 FTA-5303 $ 4,652.00 RAPC Match $ 1,163.00 TOTAL $ 37,962.05 RAPC SFY 2026–2027 UPWP – Final FHWA Approved All activities will be conducted at a planning and programming level and will not include project construction or direct implementation of capital improvements. This task focuses on transportation project programming and reporting and does not include general program administration or transit-speciﬁc planning activities, which are addressed under Tasks C-2 and C-4, respectively. Schedule This task will be completed throughout the entire FY 2026-2027. Expected Work Product Responsible Party Anticipated Completion Final revisions to FFY 2027–2030 TIP submitted to LADOTD RAPC July 2026 Adopted FFY 2027–2030 TIP document RAPC September 30, STBG and CRP project selection and programming documentation RAPC September 2026 TIP amendments and administrative modiﬁcations RAPC As needed TIP project status monitoring summaries for MPO use RAPC Ongoing Annual Listing of Obligated Projects (ALOP) RAPC October 2026 Incorporation of Carbon Reduction Plan projects into the TIP and programming pipeline RAPC 2026–2027 RAPC SFY 2026–2027 UPWP – Final FHWA Approved Subtask C-2 Purpose To administer the metropolitan transportation planning program and prepare required MPO planning reports in support of federal metropolitan transportation planning requirements, consistent with 23 CFR Part 450 Subpart C. This task includes development and management of the Uniﬁed Planning Work Program (UPWP), administration of FHWA PL and FTA 5303 planning funds, preparation of required planning reports, maintenance of planning documentation, and ensuring that MPO planning products and reports are accessible to MPO committees, partner agencies, and the public. Methodology RAPC staﬀ will administer the metropolitan transportation planning program and the Uniﬁed Planning Work Program (UPWP), including sta ﬃng, ﬁnancial management, contract administration, and coordination necessary to carry out planning activities. Key activities include:
• Development, management, and amendment of the UPWP (including both FHWA PL- and FTA 5303-funded components);
• Administration of FHWA PL and FTA 5303 planning funds, including budgeting, invoicing, reimbursement requests, and ﬁnancial reporting;
• Maintenance of accounting records, cost allocation, and supporting documentation to ensure compliance with federal grant requirements and audit standards;
• Preparation of required planning reports and program summaries, including documentation of planning activities and expenditures;
• Document preparation, recordkeeping, archiving, and maintenance of oﬃcial MPO planning documents;
• Publication and distribution of MPO plans, studies, and reports in accordance with the APMPO Public Participation Plan;
• Administration of consultant contracts and interagency agreements supporting the planning program; and
• Support of MPO committee coordination, including preparation and distribution of meeting materials and documentation. Program Support and Administration Funding Sources 2026-2027 LADOTD $ 0.00 FHWA_PL $ 16,000.38 RAPC Match $ 4,000.10 FTA-5303 $ 6,974.40 RAPC Match $ 1,743.60 TOTAL $ 28,718.48 RAPC SFY 2026–2027 UPWP – Final FHWA Approved All activities will be conducted to ensure proper documentation, transparency, and accountability, and to support federal and state oversight, audits, and certiﬁcation reviews. This task includes overall MPO program administration and UPWP development for both FHWA and FTA planning funds. Schedule This task will be completed throughout the entire FY 2026-2027. Expected Work Product Responsible Party Anticipated Completion Draft FY 2028 Uniﬁed Planning Work Program (UPWP) RAPC March 2027 Final FY 2028 UPWP (Adopted) RAPC June 2027 UPWP Amendments and Administrative Modiﬁcations RAPC As needed UPWP Progress Reports (PL and FTA-funded activities) RAPC Quarterly Annual Performance and Expenditure Report (FHWA/FTA) RAPC August 2026 Financial documentation, invoices, and supporting records (PL & 5303) RAPC Ongoing Maintain and archive oﬃcial MPO planning documents (MTP , TIP , UPWP , PPP) RAPC Ongoing MPO planning documents published and maintained on RAPC website RAPC Ongoing Maintain records management system and planning program ﬁles for audit and compliance RAPC Ongoing Consultant contracts and interagency agreements (execution and management) RAPC Ongoing MPO committee meeting coordination and documentation (TAC, TPC, Policy) RAPC Ongoing RAPC SFY 2026–2027 UPWP – Final FHWA Approved Subtask C-3 Purpose To conduct metropolitan transportation planning activities funded with Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) Planning (PL) funds in accordance with 23 CFR Part 450 Subpart C, ensuring a continuing, cooperative, and comprehensive (3-C) planning process. This task includes general planning support, interagency coordination, and performance monitoring activities necessary to implement the metropolitan transportation planning program. Methodology RAPC staﬀ will carry out FHWA-funded planning activities that support the metropolitan transportation planning process, including coordination with the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (LADOTD), FHWA, local jurisdictions, and regional stakeholders. Key activities include:
• Interagency coordination and participation in regional planning initiatives to support transportation system planning and policy development;
• Monitoring and documentation of transportation system performance and planning activities outside of the Metropolitan Transportation Plan (MTP) update;
• Support for performance-based planning and programming, including coordination of performance measures and targets consistent with federal and state requirements;
• Coordination and support of regional safety initiatives, including participation in programs aligned with state and national safety goals;
• Planning-level support for implementation of adopted plans, programs, and policies, including coordination with local jurisdictions and partner agencies;
• Documentation of planning activities and maintenance of records necessary to demonstrate compliance with federal metropolitan planning requirements; and
• Participation in training, professional development, and technical coordination activities that support the metropolitan planning process. FHWA Funded Planning Activities Funding Sources 2026-2027 LADOTD $ 0.00 FHWA_PL $ 24,279.13 RAPC Match $ 6,069.78 TOTAL $ 30,348.91 RAPC SFY 2026–2027 UPWP – Final FHWA Approved All activities will be conducted at a planning level and will not include program administration, UPWP development, or transit-speciﬁc planning activities, which are addressed under Tasks C-2 and C-4, respectively. Schedule This task will be completed throughout the entire FY 2026-2027. Expected Work Product Responsible Party Anticipated Completion Interagency coordination and participation in regional planning initiatives RAPC Ongoing Documentation of planning activities and compliance with federal planning requirements RAPC Ongoing Performance monitoring and reporting supporting performance-based planning and programming RAPC Ongoing Coordination and participation in regional safety planning initiatives and programs RAPC Ongoing Planning-level support for implementation of adopted plans, policies, and programs RAPC Ongoing Technical coordination, training, and professional development activities RAPC Ongoing RAPC SFY 2026–2027 UPWP – Final FHWA Approved Subtask C-4 Purpose To support public transportation planning activities within the Alexandria–Pineville Metropolitan Planning Area (MPA) in coordination with regional transit providers and the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development(LADOTD), consistent with 23 CFR Part 450 Subpart C and Federal Transit Administration (FTA) requirements. This task includes transit system planning, performance monitoring, data integration, and evaluation of regional and intercity transit opportunities. Methodology RAPC staﬀ will coordinate with transit providers, LADOTD, and regional partners to support transit planning activities funded through FTA Section 5303 and coordinated with FTA Section 5311 programs. Key activities include:
• Transit system planning and technical support, including service planning coordination, system evaluation, and identiﬁcation of capital and operational needs;
• Support for Transit Asset Management (TAM) and State of Good Repair (SGR) planning, including performance monitoring and asset inventory development; FTA Funded Transit Planning Activities Item Funding Sources 2026-2027 Urban Transit Planning LADOTD $ 0.00 FTA-5303 $ 15,628.80 RAPC Match $ 3,907.20 Subtotal $ 19,536.00 Regional Mobility Manager LADOTD $ 0.00 FTA-5311 $ 80,000.00 RAPC Match $ 20,000.00 Subtotal $ 100,000.00 ICAM Grant - Consolidated Transit Vehicle Inspection & Driver Training Facility LADOTD $ 0.00 FTA-ICAM $ 384,000.00 RAPC Match $ 96,000.00 Subtotal $ 480,000.00 Central Louisiana Intercity FixedRoute Feasibility Study LADOTD $ 0.00 FTA-5303 $ 120,000.00 RAPC Match $ 30,000.00 Subtotal $ 150,000.00 TOTAL $ 749,536.00 RAPC SFY 2026–2027 UPWP – Final FHWA Approved
• Development, maintenance, and integration of transit data, including GIS datasets and General Transit Feed Speciﬁcation (GTFS), to support planning and public information systems;
• Integration of transit planning into the Metropolitan Transportation Plan (MTP) and Transportation Improvement Program (TIP);
• Planning-level evaluation of regional and intercity transit opportunities, including feasibility analysis and stakeholder coordination;
• Coordination with regional mobility programs, including planning support activities associated with the Regional Mobility Manager Program and ICAM-funded initiatives; and
• Preparation of transit-related planning documentation, reports, and technical analyses. All activities will be conducted at a planning level and will not include direct program operations or service delivery. This task focuses on transit-speciﬁc planning activities funded under FTA Section 5303 and does not include UPWP development or overall MPO program administration, which are addressed under Task C-2. Schedule This task will be completed throughout the entire FY 2026-2027. Expected Work Product Responsible Party Anticipated Completion Coordination with regional partners and LADOTD regarding transit planning, mobility management, and rural transit programs RAPC Ongoing Planning-level support for Regional Mobility Manager Program (FTA Section 5311 coordination) RAPC Ongoing Planning coordination for ICAM-funded transit facility initiatives RAPC Ongoing Documentation supporting FTA Section 5303 transit planning activities RAPC Ongoing Transit data collection, analysis, and GIS mapping support, including maintenance of transit datasets and asset inventories RAPC Ongoing Technical support for transit elements of the MTP and TIP RAPC Ongoing Transit performance monitoring and reporting (including TAM/ SGR) RAPC Ongoing Support development and maintenance of Human Services Coordinated Transportation Plan (HSCTP) and TAM plans RAPC As needed Transit Data Integration and Passenger Information Systems (GTFS and mapping platforms, including Google Maps Transit) RAPC June 2027 Central Louisiana Intercity Transit Feasibility Study and implementation strategy (planning-level) RAPC June 2027 RAPC SFY 2026–2027 UPWP – Final FHWA Approved Subtask C-5 Purpose To conduct targeted transportation planning studies that address system preservation, resiliency, safety, and infrastructure needs within the Alexandria–Pineville Metropolitan Planning Area (MPA), consistent with 23 CFR Part 450 Subpart C. These eﬀorts support development of planning-level solutions, cost-feasible projects, and implementation strategies to advance regional priorities and inform Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) programming and future funding opportunities. This task includes implementation of deﬁned planning initiatives and studies, including the Travel Demand Management (TDM) Program, coordination of the Reconnecting Communities program, implementation of the Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) Vulnerable Road User Improvement Program, and the Metropolitan Planning Area (MPA) Roadway Drainage Study. Corridor-level and sub-area analyses are incorporated within these planning eﬀorts, and no additional standalone corridor or sub-area studies are anticipated during this program period. Methodologies and deliverables for activities under this task are deﬁned within each individual study or program component. Special Studies Item Funding Sources 2026-2027 Travel Demand Management LADOTD $ 0.00 STBG (STP50-200K) $ 100,000.00 RAPC Match $ 0.00 Subtotal $ 100,000.00 Reconnecting Communities Pilot LADOTD $ 0.00 Reconnecting Communities $ 100,000.00 RAPC Match $ 25,000.00 Subtotal $ 125,000.00 VRU Safety Improvement Program LADOTD $ 0.00 SS4A $ 246,400.00 RAPC Match $ 61,600.00 Subtotal $ 308,000.00 RAPC MPA Roadway Drainage Study LADOTD $ 0.00 STBG (STP50-200K) $ 300,000.00 RAPC Match $ 75,000.00 Subtotal $ 375,000.00 TOTAL $ 908,000.00 RAPC SFY 2026–2027 UPWP – Final FHWA Approved Methodology Travel Demand Management (TDM) Program RAPC staﬀ will administer the regional Travel Demand Management (TDM) program, including promotion of carpooling and vanpooling and coordination with employers to support trip reduction strategies. Activities may include outreach to employers, development of informational materials, and coordination with regional partners to encourage alternative transportation options. Reconnecting Communities Grant RAPC will coordinate with FHWA and project partners to implement the Reconnecting Communities grant, including ﬁnalizing the scope of work, administering consultant services, coordinating stakeholder engagement, and supporting planning activities associated with the study. Expected Work Product Responsible Party Anticipated Completion Provide technical assistance to implement workplace commuter programs RAPC As Requested Monitor regional transportation performance measures RAPC Ongoing Active Travel Demand Management program activities RAPC Annually Employer Workplace Commuter Survey Tool RAPC As Requested Maintain TDM resource webpage RAPC Ongoing Annual application to continue TDM program RAPC April 2027 Expected Work Product Responsible Party Anticipated Completion Administration and execution of RCP grant and RAPC/ FHWA agreement RAPC Ongoing Project website RAPC July 2026 Public workshops and community meetings RAPC August 2026 Public input survey, interactive mapping tool, and summary report RAPC September 2026 Prioritized VRU project listing RAPC / Consultant Summer 2027 Pathways to Unity: Connecting Divided Communities in Central Louisianaproject report RAPC / Consultant Summer 2028 Engineering (30%) for Priority VRU Projects in the MPA Consultant Summer 2027 RAPC SFY 2026–2027 UPWP – Final FHWA Approved Vulnerable Road User (VRU) Improvement Program RAPC staﬀ will coordinate implementation of the Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) VRU Improvement Program, including administration of consultant contracts, coordination with local jurisdictions and stakeholders, and development of safety improvement strategies and implementation actions. As of July 1, 2026, approximately 18 months remain in the two-year program. MPA Roadway Drainage Study RAPC staﬀ will coordinate with LADOTD and local partners to conduct transportation-focused drainage planning using existing data and the regional H&H model to evaluate ﬂood-prone roadway corridors. Activities include identifying de ﬁciencies, developing conceptual improvements, preparing planning-level cost estimates, and prioritizing projects based on asset preservation, ﬂood risk reduction, and regional signiﬁcance. Deliverables will support advancement of cost-ready projects for TIP programming, funding, and coordination with DOTD and local jurisdictions. Schedule These tasks will be completed throughout FY 2026-2028. Expected Work Product Responsible Party Anticipated Completion Administration of SS4A grant and VRU Improvement Program RAPC Ongoing RAPC/FHWA Recipient Agreement and Subrecipient Agreements RAPC October 2025 Updated Rapides Parish Local Road Safety Plan RAPC / Consultant Summer 2027 Five Rural Community Safety Action Plans RAPC / Consultant Summer 2027 ADA Transition Plan for the MPA Consultant October 2026 Engineering (30%) for Priority Safety Projects – Rapides Parish Consultant Summer 2027 Engineering (30%) for Priority Safety Projects – Clayton, Colfax, Ferriday, Vidalia, Winnﬁeld Consultant Summer 2027 Expected Work Product Responsible Party Anticipated Completion Deﬁne study corridors and identify ﬂood-prone roadway segments RAPC August 2026 Assess drainage deﬁciencies using existing H&H model RAPC October 2026 Develop conceptual drainage improvement alternatives RAPC December 2026 Prepare planning-level cost estimates and phasing RAPC January 2027 Prioritize projects based on risk and system importance RAPC February 2027 Prepare supporting mapping, technical summaries, and GIS data RAPC April 2027 Develop project summaries for funding and implementation RAPC May 2027 Prepare draft and ﬁnal study report RAPC June 2027 RAPC SFY 2026–2027 UPWP – Final FHWA Approved Subtask C-6 Purpose To support regional transportation safety planning within the Alexandria–Pineville MPO planning area by coordinating with LADOTD, local jurisdictions, and regional safety partners to address roadway safety concerns and advance safety improvement strategies. Methodology RAPC staﬀ will coordinate with LADOTD and local jurisdictions to identify and address surface transportation safety concerns within the MPO planning area. Activities include participation in Destination Zero Deaths (DZD) – Central Region safety coordination eﬀorts and support for implementation of the Louisiana Strategic Highway Safety Plan (SHSP). RAPC staﬀ will assist local jurisdictions with development and maintenance of Local Road Safety Plans (LRSPs) and monitor regional safety performance and APMPO safety performance targets, consistent with statewide safety performance targets. Safety analysis and coordination activities will also help inform regional safety initiatives and project development eﬀorts. Schedule This task will be completed throughout the entire FY 2026-2027. Regional Safety Activities Funding Sources 2026-2027 LADOTD $ 0.00 HSIP $ 293,000.00 RAPC Match $ 0.00 TOTAL $ 293,000.00 Expected Work Product Responsible Party Anticipated Completion Coordination with LADOTD and regional safety partners RAPC Ongoing Participation in Destination Zero Deaths – Central Region activities RAPC Ongoing Development or maintenance of Local Road Safety Plans RAPC As Needed Regional safety outreach and coordination activities RAPC Ongoing Monitoring and reporting of APMPO safety performance targets RAPC Ongoing Coordination of regional safety initiatives supporting SHSP implementation and SS4A safety eﬀorts RAPC Ongoing RAPC SFY 2026–2027 UPWP – Final FHWA Approved Task Fund Type Fund Split Federal Local Federal Local Total Task Budget A-1 PL 80/20 $ 36,428.60 $ 9,107.15 $ - $ - $ 45,535.75 A-2 PL 80/20 $ 46,924.10 $ 11,731.03 $ 7,360.00 $ 1,840.00 $ 67,855.13 B-1 PL 80/20 $ 36,904.77 $ 9,226.19 $ 4,905.60 $ 1,226.40 $ 52,262.96 B-2 PL 80/20 $ 16,126.38 $ 4,031.60 $ 6,974.40 $ 1,743.60 $ 28,875.98 STP 50-200K 80/20 $ 80,000.00 $ 20,000.00 $ - $ - $ 100,000.00 SPR-A (DOTD) 80/20 $ 80,000.00 $ 20,000.00 $ 100,000.00 B-3 PL 100/0 $ 4,153.00 $ - $ - $ - $ 4,153.00 C-1 PL 80/20 $ 25,717.64 $ 6,429.41 $ 4,652.00 $ 1,163.00 $ 37,962.05 C-2 PL 80/20 $ 16,000.38 $ 4,000.10 $ 6,974.40 $ 1,743.60 $ 28,718.48 C-3 PL 80/20 $ 24,279.13 $ 6,069.78 $ - $ - $ 30,348.91 C-4 FTA Funded Transit Planning Activities PL 80/20 $ - $ - $ 15,628.80 $ 3,907.20 $ 19,536.00 C-4 Regional Mobility Manager 5311 80/20 $ - $ - $ 80,000.00 $ 20,000.00 $ 100,000.00 C-4 Consolidated Transit Vehicle Inspection & Training Center ICAM 80/20 $ - $ - $384,000.00 $ 96,000.00 $ 480,000.00 C-4 Central Louisiana Intercity FixedRoute Feasibility Study 5304 80/20 $ - $ - $120,000.00 $ 30,000.00 $ 150,000.00 C-5 Travel Demand Management STP 50-200K 100/0 $ 100,000.00 $ - $ - $ - $ 100,000.00 C-5 Reconnecting Communities Pilot RCP 80/20 $ 100,000.00 $ 25,000.00 $ - $ - $ 125,000.00 C-5 VRU Safety Improvement Program SS4A 80/20 $ 246,400.00 $ 61,600.00 $ - $ - $ 308,000.00 C-5 MPA Roadway Drainage Study STP 50-200K 80/20 $ 300,000.00 $ 75,000.00 $ 375,000.00 C-6 HSIP 100/0 $ 293,950.22 $ - $ - $ - $ 293,950.22 1,406,884.22$ 252,195.25$ 630,495.20$ 157,623.80$ 2,447,198.47$ FHWA PL SUMMARY Federal Local FHWA PL 202,381.00$ 50,595.25$ Complete Streets 4,153.00$ -$ FHWA Total FTA PL SUMMARY Federal Local FTA PL 46,495.20$ 11,623.80$ FTA Total TIP Development & Programming Program Support & Administration FHWA Funded Planning Activities Regional Safety Activities GIS and Spatial Analysis MPO Services MTP Maintenance (Ongoing Activities) MTP Development Complete Streets TABLE 10 | UPWP Funding Sources Summary TOTAL 2026-2027 UPWP BUDGET 58,119.00$ 257,129.25$ FHWA FTA NOTE: The MTP update is funded through a combination of STP-50-200K funds administered by the MPO and SPR funds administered by the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD). Each funding source follows an 80% federal / 20% local match structure. The local match is proportionally split between the MPO and DOTD based on their respective share of project costs. B-2 Special Studies FTA Funded Transit Planning Activities Description Traffic & Development Monitoring RAPC SFY 2026–2027 UPWP – Final FHWA Approved Appendix A FTA Certiﬁcations & Assurances RAPC SFY 2026–2027 UPWP – Final FHWA Approved RAPC SFY 2026–2027 UPWP – Final FHWA Approved RAPC SFY 2026–2027 UPWP – Final FHWA Approved RAPC SFY 2026–2027 UPWP – Final FHWA Approved Appendix B

Public Notice & Comment

RAPC SFY 2026–2027 UPWP – Final FHWA Approved Notice Summary Cover Sheet Public notice was provided in accordance with the RAPC Public Participation Plan adopted on June 30, 2025, speciﬁcally TIP Public Participation Process Section, which requires notice via website posting, email notiﬁcation to interested parties, and notiﬁcation to local media outlets at least 14 days prior to action. Item Documentation Project/Action SFY2026-2027 Uniﬁed Planning Work Program Public Comment Period April 22 – May 6, 2026 Notice Posted Date April 22, 2026 Methods Used Website, Email Lists (300+ recipients), Social Media (FB), Press Release to 10 outlets PPP Section Referenced UPWP Public Participation Process Section Responsible Staﬀ Planner III Comments Received None Certiﬁcation Notice consistent with adopted Public Participation Plan (P3) RAPC Notice Summary Cover Sheet_022526 RAPC SFY 2026–2027 UPWP – Final FHWA Approved Media Contact: Jonathan Bolen, Chief Transportation Officer

ADA Notice: The Rapides Area Planning Commission does not discriminate on the basis of disability in its programs, services, activities and employment practices.

Upon request, this notice is also available in alternative formats. If you need auxiliary aids and services for effective communication (such as a sign language interpreter, an assistive listening device or print material in digital format) or reasonable modification to programs, services or activities contact the ADA Coordinator, via phone 318-487-5401 as soon as possible, preferably 3 days before the end of the comment period. April 22, 2026

PUBLIC COMMENT INVITED:

The Rapides Area Planning Commission, the local Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO), has released the following document for public review online:

• 2023 – 2026 Transportation Improvement Program, Amendment 9
• 2027 – 2030 Transportation Improvement Program, DRAFT
• 2026 – 2027 Unified Planning Work Program, DRAFT

In order to meet the requirements provided within 23 CFR 450.316 and MPO’s public participation plan, these documents will be available for review and comment for a minimum period of (14) days prior to final adoption. This is the second public review and comment period. Both items were readvertised for an additional public review and comment period. Beginning April 22 through May 6, interested members of the public may review and comment on this document on the RAPC website, www.rapc.info/transportation.

Printed copies are available by request at the Rapides Area Planning Commission, 803 Johnston Street, Alexandria, LA 71301, by calling 318-487-5401, or email to

Written comments or suggestions can be submitted to the Alexandria-Pineville Metropolitan Planning Organization by mail to 803 Johnston Street, Alexandria, LA 71301, by email to jbolen@rapc.info, or online using the APMPO Online Public Comment Form on our website. Comments will be accepted in writing until May 6, 2026.

RAPC SFY 2026–2027 UPWP – Final FHWA Approved Appendix A | Public Participation Certiﬁcation FFY2023-2027 TIP Amendment No. 9 Email to RAPC Local Media Contacts Listing 5/7/26, 1: 59 PM Page 1 of 2https://outlook.office.com/mail/id/AAQkADMzYTMzOTQzLTgwMTYtNGFjOS1iOGZkLThmYWE1ZWIyNTJlNwAQAD36rt2PE%2BFLmnl9oiLpZIY%3D Outlook APMPO NOTICE: New Items for Public Review & Comment Date Wed 4/22/2026 11:03 AM Bcc metro@thetowntalk.com <metro@thetowntalk.com>; contact@cenlafocus.com <contact@cenlafocus.com>; Matt Johns <matt@rapc.info>; news@klax-tv.com <news@klax-tv.com>; Nick Blackstone <nick@rapc.info>; news@kalb.com <news@kalb.com>; news@thetowntalk.com <news@thetowntalk.com>; pat@cenlabroadcasting.com <pat@cenlabroadcasting.com>; dave@cenlabroadcasting.com <dave@cenlabroadcasting.com>; jay@cenlabroadcasting.com <jay@cenlabroadcasting.com>; eyesopentbrown@yahoo.com <eyesopentbrown@yahoo.com>; downtownnickbrown@gmail.com <downtownnickbrown@gmail.com>; graphics@cenlafocus.com <graphics@cenlafocus.com>; melissa@cenlabroadcasting.com <melissa@cenlabroadcasting.com>; <maddtracks@gmail.com>; davidxmasonpoint@gmail.com <davidxmasonpoint@gmail.com>; PUBLIC COMMENT INVITED: The Rapides Area Planning Commission, the local Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO), has released the following document for public review online: 2023 – 2026 Transportation Improvement Program, Amendment 9 (link) 2027 – 2030 Transportation Improvement Program, DRAFT (link) 2026 – 2027 Uniﬁed Planning Work Program, DRAFT (link) Submit a comment using the Online Public Review and Comment Form (link) In order to meet the requirements provided within 23 CFR 450.316 and MPO’s public participation plan, these documents will be available for review and comment for a minimum period of (14) days prior to ﬁnal adoption. This is the second public review and comment period. Both items were readvertised for an additional public review and comment period. Beginning April 22 through May 6, interested members of the public may review and comment on these documents using the above listed links or 5/7/26, 1: 59 PM Page 2 of 2https://outlook.office.com/mail/id/AAQkADMzYTMzOTQzLTgwMTYtNGFjOS1iOGZkLThmYWE1ZWIyNTJlNwAQAD36rt2PE%2BFLmnl9oiLpZIY%3D Printed copies are available by request at the Rapides Area Planning Commission, 803 Johnston Street, Alexandria, LA 71301, by calling 318-4875401, or email to Written comments or suggestions can be submitted to the Alexandria-Pineville Metropolitan Planning Organization by mail to 803 Johnston Street, Alexandria, LA 71301, by email to Public Comment Form on our website. Comments will be accepted in writing until May 6, 2026. ADA Notice: The Rapides Area Planning Commission does not discriminate on the basis of disability in its programs, services, activities and employment practices. Upon request, this notice is also available in alternative formats. If you need auxiliary aids and services for effective communication (such as a sign language interpreter, an assistive listening device or print material in digital format) or reasonable modiﬁcation to programs, services or activities contact the ADA Coordinator, via phone 318-487-5401 as soon as possible, preferably 3 days before the end of the comment period. Media Contact: Jonathan Bolen Chief Transportation Ofﬁcer CONFIDENTIALITY NOTICE: Do not read, copy or disseminate this communication unless you are the intended addressee. This communication may contain information that is privileged, conﬁdential and exempt from disclosure under applicable law. This information contained in this transmission is conﬁdential and does not reﬂect the ofﬁcial opinion of RAPC. If you are not the intended recipient, you are hereby put on notice that any unauthorized disclosure, copying, distribution, and/or taking of any action in reliance on the contents of the electronically transmitted materials is prohibited. If you have received this communication in error, please contact me immediately. RAPC SFY 2026–2027 UPWP – Final FHWA Approved Public Participation Certiﬁcation SFY2026-2027 Unified Planning Work Program Public Notice on RAPC Transportation Website’s Public Notice Section RAPC SFY 2026–2027 UPWP – Final FHWA Approved Appendix A | Public Participation Certiﬁcation SFY2026-2027 Unified Planning Work Program RAPC Online Public Comment Report FFY 2023-2026 TIP Amendment 9 RAPC SFY 2026–2027 UPWP – Final FHWA Approved Appendix A | Public Participation Certiﬁcation SFY2026-2027 Unified Planning Work Program Public Notice Published on RAPC MPO Facebook 4 Times (https://www.facebook.com/people/Alexandria-Pineville-Metropolitan-TransportationOrganization/61583182095302/) 5/7/26, 2 :47 PM Page 2 of 11https://outlook.office.com/mail/inbox/id/AAQkADMzYTMzOTQzLTgw…FjOS1iOGZkLThmYWE1ZWIyNTJlNwAQALx%2BYpXj%2Bw1EiMqryIinObU%3D 5/7/26, 2 :47 PM Page 3 of 11https://outlook.office.com/mail/inbox/id/AAQkADMzYTMzOTQzLTgw…FjOS1iOGZkLThmYWE1ZWIyNTJlNwAQALx%2BYpXj%2Bw1EiMqryIinObU%3D 5/7/26, 2 :47 PM Page 4 of 11https://outlook.office.com/mail/inbox/id/AAQkADMzYTMzOTQzLTgw…FjOS1iOGZkLThmYWE1ZWIyNTJlNwAQALx%2BYpXj%2Bw1EiMqryIinObU%3D 5/7/26, 2 :47 PM Page 4 of 11https://outlook.office.com/mail/inbox/id/AAQkADMzYTMzOTQzLTgw…FjOS1iOGZkLThmYWE1ZWIyNTJlNwAQALx%2BYpXj%2Bw1EiMqryIinObU%3D RAPC SFY 2026–2027 UPWP – Final FHWA Approved Appendix C

Title VI Notice

The Rapides Area Planning Commission (RAPC) operates its programs and services in accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and related federal nondiscrimination statutes. RAPC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, or national origin in the administration of its programs or activities. This policy applies to all RAPC operations, including programs conducted by contractors or subrecipients receiving federal ﬁnancial assistance through RAPC. Discrimination, harassment, retaliation, or actions that result in disparate impacts on protected populations are prohibited. Title VI compliance is a condition of receiving federal funding. RAPC works to ensure that all programs and activities are conducted in accordance with applicable federal civil rights laws, including Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and implementing regulations under 49 CFR Part 21. Filing a Title VI Complaint Any person who believes they have been subjected to discrimination based on race, color, or national origin under RAPC programs or activities may ﬁle a complaint with the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (LADOTD). Complaints must be submitted within 180 days of the alleged discriminatory act.

Technical Advisory Committee & Transportation Policy Committee FY 2026 - 2027 Meeting Schedule:

Technical Advisory Committee

• Meeting 1: August 5, 2026
• Meeting 2: November 4, 2026
• Meeting 3: January 13, 2027
• Meeting 4: April 21, 2027 Transportation Policy Committee
• Meeting 1: September 2, 2026
• Meeting 2: December 2, 2026
• Meeting 3: February 3, 2027
• Meeting 4: May 5, 2027

Note: All meetings are scheduled 10:00AM to 11:00AM at the Rapides Area Planning Commission conference room located 803 Johnston Street, Alexandria, LA 71301 and online using Zoom.

ADA Notice: The Rapides Area Planning Commission does not discriminate on the basis of disability in its programs, services, activities and employment practices.

Upon request, this notice is also available in alternative formats. If you need auxiliary aids and services for eﬀective communication (such as a sign language interpreter, an assistive listening device or print material in digital format) or reasonable modiﬁcation to programs, services or activities contact the ADA Coordinator - Kathy Powell, via phone 318-487-5401 ext. 15 as soon as possible, preferably 3 days before the end of the comment period.

RAPC SFY 2026–2027 UPWP – Final FHWA Approved Appendix E FHWA FY27 UPWP Approval RAPC SFY 2026–2027 UPWP – Final FHWA Approved us. Department dla,sportatia1 Federal Highway Administration July 1, 2026 In Reply Refer To: HDA-LA Glenn Ledet, Secretary Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development Secretary Ledet: This letter provides approval of the Alexandria 2027 Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP) as submitted to LADOTD by Jae McBride, Chief Transportation Officer of the Rapides Area Planning Commission, on June 25, 2026. The UPWP was adopted by the Transportation Policy Committee on May 29, 2026. Should you have any questions regarding this matter, please contact Ms. Laura Phillips, FHW A, c: Sarah Moss, LADOTD Derek Breaux, LADOTD Tina Athalone, LADOTD Matt Johns, RAPC Jae McBride, RAPC Michelle Bloomer, FTA Sincerely, LAURA ELIZABETH DigitallysignedbyLAURA ELIZABETH PHILLIPS PH I LLIPS Date: 2026.07.01 10:06:57 -05'00' Laura E. Phillips Transportation Planner RAPC SFY 2026–2027 UPWP – Final FHWA Approved

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