When are the in-person Horizon 2050 public meetings?

In-person drop-in meetings are May 11–May 22 at six locations, each from 5–7 PM.

How can I view the meeting if I can't attend in person?

A virtual on-demand meeting and all materials are available through the Horizon 2050 web portal May 11–June 21.

How do I submit feedback on the Horizon 2050 plan?

Use the web portal's Contact page, the area-specific comment map, or complete the transportation survey on the project website.

What will the Horizon 2050 LRTP include?

A financially constrained, prioritized list of transportation improvement projects for the next 25 years.

May 10, 2026 Public Hearing: Greenville, SC

For Immediate Release: May 26, 2026 Media Contact: Keith Brockington GPATS GPATS@greenvillecounty.org 864-467-7174 GPATS to Host a Series of Public Information Meetings on the Horizon 2050 Long-Range Transportation Plan The Greenville-Pickens Area Transportation Study (GPATS) team will host a series of Public Information Meetings lasting from May 11 – May 22 to collect local and regional feedback on transportation needs. These drop-in style Public Information Meetings will provide an overview of the Horizon 2050 Long-Range Transportation Plan (LRTP), projects that came out of Horizon 2045 planning, existing conditions, and provide opportunities for community feedback on needs and priorities. There will be no formal presentations, and each meeting will present the same information. An overview of meeting times, dates, and locations are outlined below. The public is encouraged to attend to learn more about GPATS and the Horizon 2050 LRTP. • Greer: City of Greer, Events Hall – May 11, 5-7 PM 301 East Poinsett Street, Greer, SC 29651 • Greenville: Hughes Main Library – May 13, 5-7 PM 25 Heritage Green Pl, Greenville, SC 29601 • Travelers Rest: City Hall – May 14, 5-7 PM 125 Trailblazer Drive, Travelers Rest, SC 29690 • Simpsonville: Simpsonville Library – May 19, 5-7 PM 626 NE Main Street, Simpsonville, SC 29681 • Easley: Kimberley Hampton Memorial Library – May 20, 5-7 PM 304 Biltmore Road, Easley, SC 29640 • Powdersville: Bethesda United Church – May 21, 5-7 PM 516 Piedmont Road, Easley, SC 29642 The Horizon 2050 LTRP will include a financially constrained and prioritized list of improvement projects to be completed in the next 25 years, based on current funding levels. Each potential project is evaluated by the GPATS Study Team, comprising local planners, engineers, and other transportation professionals, in conjunction with the South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) and the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA). The LRTP must balance economic development goals and strategies with community investments. This balancing act involves cooperation at local, regional, state, and federal levels. The last LRTP review conducted by GPATS was adopted in 2022. Unable to attend a meeting in person? From May 11 to June 21, a virtual meeting will be available through the Horizon 2050 web portal. The meeting will be on-demand and can be viewed at any time. All meeting materials will also be available through links on the portal page. Want to provide feedback? There are several ways to get involved and provide feedback. Community members can leave general comments through the web portal using the “Contact” page or area-specific comments by using the comment map on the home page. A transportation survey will also be available through the project website in advance of the public meetings. For more information about GPATS, visit our website or contact the study team by emailing GPATS@greenvillecounty.org. All Horizon 2050 information and details can be found on the Horizon 2050 portal (https://gpatshorizon2050.com/).

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