What's Being Discussed

• Executive Director's Report: Executive Director Mark Garrity will give an update on current O'ahu Metropolitan Planning Organization (O'ahuMPO) activities, the status of federal transportation funding, and recaps from recent advisory committee meetings. This is for information only — no vote is required.
• FY2028-2029 Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP) Priorities: Staff will present proposed regional transportation planning priorities for the next two-year work program cycle. These priorities determine how federal planning funds are spent on O'ahu transportation projects and studies.
• Public Comment Period: Members of the public can speak on topics not already on the agenda.

Decisions Expected

• The board will vote to approve the meeting minutes from July 27, 2026.
• The board will vote to approve the regional planning priorities for FY2028-2029, which will guide how transportation planning funds are programmed for the next work cycle. Federal rules require MPOs to include these priorities in their planning documents.

Who Should Pay Attention

• O'ahu residents interested in how transportation planning decisions are made on the island
• Commuters, transit riders, and drivers who may be affected by future transportation projects and studies
• Community advocates and organizations focused on transportation, infrastructure, or land use
• Anyone who wants to weigh in on how federal transportation planning dollars are prioritized for O'ahu

The meeting is Monday, August 31, 2026, at 1:00 PM, held via Zoom and in person at 707 Richards Street, Suite 200, Honolulu. Public testimony can be submitted by email to OahuMPO@OahuMPO.org. Written testimony is encouraged and should be submitted at least 24 hours in advance.