The Georgia Department of Transportation (Georgia DOT) is seeking input from citizens on the draft Statewide Transportation Improvement Program (STIP) during the public comment period open through August 15.
A public information and open house meeting for Pierce County’s district will be held from 5-7 p.m. Tueday, July 28, at the Wayne County Library located at 759 Sunset Blvd., Jesup. Similar meetings will be held in rural districts throughout the state. The local district DOT office is located in Jesup.
Every three years, Georgia DOT works closely with the citizens of Georgia, local governments and interested stakeholders to develop the STIP—a four-year plan outlining transportation and capital improvements across the state. The STIP includes federally funded projects statewide, except for those within Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) boundaries—generally areas with big cities.
Projects are chosen through a process that considers state and federal priorities, available funding, technical analysis, and input from local governments, regional partners, and the public.
In addition to the July 28 meeting, citizens can review the draft STIP at any time online, including if they are unable to attend an in-person meeting. The website is https://stip-gdot.hub.arcgis.com. Using an interactive mapping tool, users can easily locate projects in their communities, review detailed project descriptions, funding sources, and anticipated timelines.
The site also includes an online survey, allowing residents to submit comments and questions directly, making public input convenient and accessible from anywhere at any time. Whether online or in person, everyone has the chance to learn about proposed projects and share their feedback to help shape transportation priorities in their area. For those who prefer to review information offline and/or are unable to attend an in-person event, citizens can schedule a visit by calling their local district office during regular business hours, Monday through Friday. District staff is available to provide printed materials, answer questions, and offer personalized support to help residents better understand the STIP projects affecting their area.
