4/9/2025
Courtney Wagner
ITD Communication
208.886.7800
courtney.wagner@itd.idaho.gov
New Magic Valley Metropolitan Planning Organization to host series of public open houses to discuss long-term needs
Contact: njerke@magicvalleympo.org
TWIN FALLS – The Magic Valley Metropolitan Planning Organization (MVMPO) will host three public open houses in April to introduce the public to the organization and gather feedback on the experiences of residents, workers, and visitors traveling through the region.
The in-person open houses are scheduled for:
- Tuesday, April 15, from 4 to 6 p.m. at the Twin Falls Reformed Church, 1631 Grandview Dr N, Twin Falls
- Wednesday, April 16, from 4 to 6 p.m. at the Rock Creek Fire Station, 1559 Main St N, Kimberly
- Thursday, April 17, from 4 to 6 p.m. at Con Paulos Chevrolet, 251 E Frontage Road S, Jerome
Community members are encouraged to drop by anytime to learn about the MVMPO, share input about their traveling experience, and ask questions of MVMPO representatives. There will be no formal presentation.
Those unable to attend can participate online until April 30, 2025 by visiting the project website: https://magicvalleympo.org/209/Vision-2050-Connecting-Magic-Valley
The resources available online include the same information shared at the open houses and offer an opportunity to submit comments and questions.
The Magic Valley Metropolitan Planning Organization is a new agency, formed with the purpose of understanding the short and long-term transportation needs of the Magic Valley and facilitating solutions to meet the area’s growing needs. This process is largely community-driven, and engaging with the public will be critical to the success of the MPO.
“We’re thrilled to be connecting with the public in the first of many opportunities for involvement,” said MVMPO Director Nathan Jerke. “The April open houses will be an opportunity to learn more about how our local infrastructure and public transit is used and incorporating that feedback into long-term solutions that work for our community.”
The MPO’s planning area includes the City of Twin Falls, City of Kimberly, and parts of Twin Falls and Jerome Counties, including the state and local roadway network. The MPO works closely with members of each of these agencies to develop plans that best accommodate the unique needs of the region. The coordination between these agencies ensures a compatibility and effectiveness in planning that exceeds what the agencies could accomplish individually.
To learn more, visit MagicValleyMPO.org or contact info@magicvallympo.org.