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Draft Southeast Alaska Transportation Plan Update Comment Period

What is this notice about?

The Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities (DOT&PF) has released a draft update to the Southeast Alaska Transportation Plan (SEATP), which will guide roads, ferries, airports, trails and marine facilities over the next 20 years. The public can read the draft online and share comments until October 19, 2026.

Why was this notice issued?

DOT&PF is updating the Southeast Alaska Transportation Plan and released the draft to gather public feedback.

What action is being taken?

DOT&PF is asking for public comments on the draft SEATP Update and its appendices. The plan looks at travel between communities and local transportation needs across all types of transportation. It identifies regional priorities and possible projects. It will also help inform the Statewide Transportation Improvement Program (STIP) and the Aviation Improvement Program (AIP).

Who is involved: Communities and travelers in the Southeast Alaska planning area; project team (DOWL, via SEATP@dowl.com)

How can the public respond?

Respond by Mon, Oct 19, 2026 This deadline has passed.

“Comments on the draft SEATP are due by October 19, 2026.”

Ways to respond

  • Online form www.SoutheastAlaskaTransportationPlan.com
  • Email SEATP@dowl.com
  • In person Project team members at one of the open houses (information available on the website www.SoutheastAlaskaTransportationPlan.com)

What to include

The draft SEATP and appendices are available at www.SoutheastAlaskaTransportationPlan.com. DOT&PF asks: Does the draft reflect your community's transportation needs and priorities, and why or why not? Are there recommendations, priorities, projects or strategies you support or want revised? Looking ahead 20 years, what transportation improvements would most benefit your community and Southeast Alaska? If you need a reasonable accommodation to take part, contact the project manager at least 10 days before it is needed. Text telephone users can dial TTY 711 or 1-800-770-8973. Project number: SFHWY00533.

Contact

Project management team (Public Involvement)
Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities (DOT&PF)
SEATP@dowl.com
(907) 562-2000

Will there be public meetings?

The notice does not announce any public meeting or hearing.

Key dates

  • Sep 15, 2026: Notice published; draft SEATP Update available for comment
  • Oct 19, 2026: Deadline for comments on the draft SEATP

Original notice text

Draft Southeast Alaska Transportation Plan Update Public Comment Period The Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities (DOT&PF) has released the draft Southeast Alaska Transportation Plan (SEATP) Update to gather public feedback. The draft SEATP and appendices are available on the project website at www.SoutheastAlaskaTransportationPlan.com. • Does the draft SEATP reflect the transportation needs and priorities of your community? Why or why not? • Are there any recommendations, priorities, projects, or strategies in the draft SEATP that you support or would like to see revised? • Looking ahead 20 years, what transportation improvements would have the greatest benefit for your community and Southeast Alaska? Comments on the draft SEATP are due by October 19, 2026. Submit Comments To: • Project team members at one of the open houses (information available on the website) • Project website at www.SoutheastAlaskaTransportationPlan.com • Project email at SEATP@dowl.com Questions or need assistance? Contact the project management team by email at SEATP@dowl.com or call Public Involvement (907) 562-2000. Project Overview DOT&PF is updating the SEATP to guide transportation improvements over the next 20 years. The plan: • Considers both intercommunity travel and local transportation needs • Addresses all modes of transportation, including roads, ferries, airports, trails, and marine facilities • Identifies regional priorities and potential projects to meet those needs • Helps inform the Statewide Transportation Improvement Program (STIP) and the Aviation Improvement Program (AIP) • Covers the Southeast Alaska planning area, which is characterized by unique geography and a reliance on diverse transportation modes The environmental review, consultation, and other actions required by applicable Federal environmental laws for this project are being, or have been, carried out by DOT&PF pursuant to 23 U.S.C. 327 and a Memorandum of Understanding dated April 13, 2023, and executed by FHWA and DOT&PF. If you require reasonable accommodation and/or special modifications to participate in this comment period, please contact the project manager listed above. Please make your request at least 10 days before the accommodation is needed in order to make any necessary arrangements. To communicate by text telephone, dial TTY 711 or 1-800-770-8973. It is the policy of the Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities DOT&PF that no one shall be subject to discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability, regardless of the funding source, including Federal Transit Administration, Federal Aviation Administration, Federal Highway Administration, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, and State of Alaska funds. Title VI Nondiscrimination Policy: https://dot.alaska.gov/tvi_statement.shtml. To file a complaint, visit https://dot.alaska.gov/cvlrts/titlevi.shtml.

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