MPO Boundary
MVP will review and possibly amend the Metropolitan Planning Area (MPA) boundary every ten years following the census certification to ensure that the planning area includes the new urbanized area and the areas expected to grow in population.
About the MPA
The MPA encompasses the Mat-Su Valley’s urbanized area, plus the geographic areas expected to become urbanized within the next 20 years. It serves as the geographic focus for regional transportation planning, coordination, and funding.
MVP is responsible for ensuring all transportation plans, projects, and engagement efforts align with the Valley’s needs and priorities.
Census Designated Urbanized Area (UZA) - Released December 2022
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2019 Department of Labor projected population growth of 46,000 between 2020-2045.
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Urbanized Area with Proposed Final Metropolitan Planning Area Boundary
Public Input & Adoption
MVP held several public meetings to share and refine the boundary proposal. Comments were accepted through April 28, 2023. Input from residents, local developers, and surveyors helped shape the final version, which was approved by the Policy Board on September 19, 2023.
MatSu Valley Planning for Transportation
Contact
(907) 921-2425
Location
PO Box 2587
Palmer, AK 99645
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