The Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT) is seeking input from the public on regional transportation priorities at Local Consult meetings across the state in October.

"For people in communities from Great Bend to Winfield, Hutchinson and the surrounding area, Local Consult is a fantastic opportunity to let us know their priorities for the Kansas transportation system," said KDOT District 5 engineer Nick Squires. "I always find it encouraging when people come together to share what's important, and I'm looking forward to the discussion on October 13."

People in south central Kansas (KDOT District 5) are invited to participate –

PRATT - 9 a.m. to noon on Monday, Oct. 13:

Pratt Community College – Benson Education Center, 348 NE Sr 61

Attendees will also hear about transportation investments being made in their area and learn about various grant funding programs available through KDOT.

People can attend other upcoming regional Local Consult meetings set for –

LIBERAL - 9 a.m. to noon on Tuesday, Oct. 14: Seward County Activity Center, 810 Stadium Rd. (southwest Kansas, District 6).

COLBY - 9 a.m. to noon on Wednesday, Oct 15: City Limits Convention Center, 2227 S. Range Ave. (northwest Kansas, District 3).

KANSAS CITY - 1 to 4 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 21: Great Wolf Lodge, 10401 Cabela Dr. (metro area).

SALINA - 9 a.m. to noon on Thursday, Oct. 23: Tony's Pizza Events Center, 800 The Midway (north central Kansas, District 2).

STATEWIDE VIRTUAL MEETING - 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 28:

Please register in advance – visit https://www.ksdot.gov/local-consult-2025 to attend the virtual meeting.

Local Consult meetings occur every two years to provide Kansans opportunities to ask questions and speak with local, state and federal officials about transportation needs across the state.

For more meeting or project information, please email KDOT.Engagement@ks.gov.