Public Hearing Notice
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The Commonwealth Transportation Board and DRPT are holding a series of public meetings and accepting comments on recommended projects for the FY2027–2032 Six-Year Improvement Program (SYIP). Public input will influence allocation of state and federal transportation funds through June 1, 2026.
Key Takeaways
- Public meetings across Virginia begin April 20 through May 27, 2026
- Comments accepted online, by email, mail, or at meetings until June 1, 2026
- Projects include highways, bridges, rail, transit, bikeways, and pedestrian work
- New projects over $25 million are subject to a formal comment period
- DRPT hosts a virtual meeting May 27 at 5:30 p.m. for rail and transit
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What to do next
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Attend a local public meeting
Go to the listed district meeting (e.g., Fredericksburg Apr 20, Northern Virginia May 19) to provide verbal comments.
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Submit written comments by June 1, 2026
Use https://bit.ly/4dwwluS or email Six-YearProgram@vdot.virginia.gov (roads) or drptpr@drpt.virginia.gov (rail/transit).
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Join DRPT virtual meeting
Participate May 27, 2026 at 5:30 p.m. for public transportation and rail program comments; visit drpt.virginia.gov for details.
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Request accommodations if needed
Contact VDOT Title VI Officer at 804-786-2730 or DRPT Title VI Officer at 804-786-4440 (TTY 711) for assistance.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the deadline to submit comments on the FY2027–2032 SYIP?
- Comments must be submitted by June 1, 2026.
- How can I submit comments if I cannot attend a meeting?
- Submit comments online at https://bit.ly/4dwwluS, by email, or by mail by June 1, 2026.
- Which meeting covers rail and public transportation projects?
- DRPT will host a virtual meeting on May 27, 2026 at 5:30 p.m. focused on rail and public transit.
- Who do I contact about roads and highways in the SYIP?
- Email Six-YearProgram@vdot.virginia.gov or mail Infrastructure Investment Director, VDOT, 1221 East Broad St, Richmond, VA 23219.
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Legal terms in this notice
- Six-Year Improvement Program (SYIP)
- Virginia's plan allocating state and federal funds to transportation projects over six years.
- Statewide Transportation Improvement Program
- A federally required document listing short-term transportation projects using federal funds.
- Title VI
- Civil Rights law prohibiting discrimination in federal-aid programs based on race, color, or national origin.
Full Notice Text
Public Meetings Funding the Right Transportation Projects You are invited to share comments on transportation projects that have been recommended for funding in the FY2027- 2032 Six-Year Improvement Program (SYIP). Additionally, pursuant to 33.2-202 of the Code of Virginia, comments will be accepted for new projects valued in excess of $25 million. The Commonwealth Transportation Board will take your comments into consideration as it develops the FY2027-2032 SYIP. The program allocates public funds to highway, road, bridge, rail, bicycle, pedestrian, and public transportation projects. All federally eligible projects in the SYIP will be included in the Statewide Transportation Improvement Program to document how Virginia plans to obligate its federal funds. Meeting materials will be available at https://ctb.virginia.gov/planning-funding/six-year-improvement-program/2026- spring-meetings/. Public meetings begin at 4 p.m. in each of the locations except as noted below: A formal comment period will be held at these meetings. Monday, April 20 Fredericksburg District Jepson Alumni Executive Center at the University of Mary Washington 1119 Hanover Street Fredericksburg, VA 22401 Tuesday, April 28 Staunton District Blue Ridge Community College, Plecker Center for Continuing Education One College Lane Weyers Cave, VA 24486 Thursday, April 30 Hampton Roads District Hampton Roads District Auditorium 7511 Burbage Drive Suffolk, VA 23435 Tuesday, May 5 Culpeper District Culpeper District Auditorium 1601 Orange Road Culpeper, VA 22701 Thursday, May 7 Bristol District Southwest Virginia Higher Education Center One Partnership Circle Abingdon, VA 24210 Monday, May 11 Richmond District Richmond District Hawthorne Auditorium 2430 Pine Forest Drive Colonial Heights, VA 23834 Wednesday, May 13 Salem District Holiday Inn Roanoke Airport Conference Center 3315 Ordway Drive Roanoke, VA 24017 Tuesday, May 19, 5 p.m. Northern Virginia District Hotel AKA Alexandria 625 First St. Alexandria, VA 22314 Tuesday, May 26 Lynchburg District Lynchburg District Ramey Auditorium 4303 Campbell Avenue Lynchburg, VA 24501 The Virginia Department of Rail and Public Transportation (DRPT) will host a virtual public meeting on May 27 at 5:30 p.m. DRPT will receive public comment on public transportation and rail programs in its FY2027-2032 SYIP. For more information, visit http://www.drpt.virginia.gov/. You can submit comments online at https://bit.ly/4dwwluS, or by email or mail by June 1, 2026. For roads and highways: Six-YearProgram@vdot.virginia.gov, or Infrastructure Investment Director, Virginia Department of Transportation, 1221 East Broad Street, Richmond, VA 23219. For rail and public transportation: drptpr@drpt.virginia.gov, or Public Information Office, Virginia Department of Rail and Public Transportation, 600 East Main Street, Suite 2102, Richmond VA, 23219. The Commonwealth is committed to ensuring that no person is excluded from participation in, or denied the benefits of its services on the basis of race, color or national origin, as protected by Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. If you need further information on these policies or special assistance for persons with disabilities or limited English proficiency, please contact the Virginia Department of Transportation's Title VI Compliance Officer at 804- 786-2730 or the Virginia Department of Rail and Public Transportation's Title VI Compliance Officer at 804-786- 4440 (TTY users call 711).
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