Moore County residents have a new opportunity to help shape the region’s long-term transportation priorities. The public-comment period for the Sandhills 2055 Metropolitan Transportation Plan is open through Nov. 14. The plan is scheduled for adoption in December. What the Plan Covers The long-range plan identifies proposed improvements involving roads, intersections, bicycle and pedestrian connections, and public transportation. It covers Pinehurst, Southern Pines, Aberdeen, Whispering Pines, Pinebluff, Taylortown, Foxfire and surrounding portions of Moore County.
Public Comment Opens on Sandhills 2055 Transportation Plan
Moore County residents have a new opportunity to help shape the region’s long-term transportation priorities.
The public-comment period for the Sandhills 2055 Metropolitan Transportation Plan is open through Nov. 14. The plan is scheduled for adoption in December.
What the Plan Covers
The long-range plan identifies proposed improvements involving roads, intersections, bicycle and pedestrian connections, and public transportation. It covers Pinehurst, Southern Pines, Aberdeen, Whispering Pines, Pinebluff, Taylortown, Foxfire and surrounding portions of Moore County.
Projects included in the final plan may become eligible to compete for future federal transportation funding. Inclusion does not guarantee construction or funding.
How to Comment
Residents can examine project maps and provide feedback online at Sandhills2055MTP.com. Comments must be submitted by Nov. 14.
Source: Official announcement from the Town of Aberdeen and Sandhills Metropolitan Planning Organization project materials.
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