KDOT Invites Public Input at October Local Consult Meetings
Published on September 23, 2025
The Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT) is inviting Kansans to share ideas and discuss regional transportation needs at Local Consult meetings taking place statewide in October. Topics will include highways, public transit, pedestrian access, and other infrastructure priorities.
“We want to hear directly from Kansans about what transportation improvements are important to them,” said Secretary Calvin Reed. “Those attending the Local Consult meetings will be providing input on what projects KDOT should prioritize for future improvements.”
Attendees will also learn about recent investments in their area and available grant funding opportunities.
Eight in-person meetings are scheduled across Kansas, along with a statewide virtual option:
- Pittsburg – 9 a.m. to noon, Tuesday, Oct. 7, Pittsburg Memorial Auditorium, 503 N Pine St. (District 4).
- Wichita – 9 a.m. to noon, Wednesday, Oct. 8, Eugene M. Hughes Metropolitan Complex, 5015 E. 29th St. N
- (KDOT Metro)
- Topeka - 9 a.m. to noon on Wednesday, Oct. 8: Maner Conference Centre, 1720 SW Western Ave. (KDOT District 1)
- Pratt – 1 to 4 p.m., Monday, Oct. 13, Pratt Community College – Benson Education Center, 348 NE Sr 61 (KDOT District 5).
- Liberal – 9 a.m. to noon, Tuesday, Oct. 14, Seward County Activity Center, 810 Stadium Rd. (KDOT District 6).
- Colby – 9 a.m. to noon, Wednesday, Oct. 15, City Limits Convention Center, 2227 S. Range Ave. (KDOT District 3).
- Kansas City – 1 to 4 p.m., Tuesday, Oct. 21, Great Wolf Lodge, 10401 Cabela Dr. (KDOT Metro).
- Salina – 9 a.m. to noon, Thursday, Oct. 23, Tony's Pizza Events Center, 800 The Midway (KDOT District 2).
Statewide Virtual Meeting – 5:30 to 8:30 p.m., Tuesday, Oct. 28. Register in advance at ksdot.gov/local-consult-2025.
KDOT encourages all Kansans to complete a short online survey before attending a meeting. Local Consult meetings are held every two years to provide opportunities for residents to ask questions and speak directly with local, state, and federal officials about transportation needs.