Public Comment Period: April 08, 2026 – June 07, 2026
The Alaska Department of Transportation & Public Facilities (DOT&PF) is seeking public review and comment on the updated Non-Metropolitan Local Official Cooperation Process (NMLOCP). This document establishes the process used by DOT&PF to cooperate with non-metropolitan local officials in the development of the Statewide Transportation Improvement Program (STIP) and the Statewide Long-Range Transportation Plan (LRTP), in accordance with federal requirements under 23 CFR 450.210(b).
This update represents DOT&PF’s required five-year review of the NMLOCP and incorporates process improvements, updated coordination practices, and lessons learned since the previous adoption in February 2021.
The NMLOCP defines how DOT&PF:
DOT&PF invites comments from non-metropolitan local officials, stakeholders, and the public.
Comments must be received by June 07, 2026 and may be submitted via:
For questions or additional information, please contact:
ADA and Title VI Information
DOT&PF complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and related statutes and regulations. DOT&PF operates without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability regardless of funding source.
Individuals requiring special accommodations, auxiliary aids, or services, or those who require materials in alternative formats or languages, should contact DOT&PF using the contact information above. To ensure reasonable accommodation, requests should be made at least five (5) days in advance of the comment deadline.
Following the comment period, DOT&PF will review and consider all comments received. A summary of comments and responses will be made publicly available on the DOT&PF Public Involvement in Transportation Planning website. If proposed changes are not adopted, DOT&PF will provide an explanation consistent with federal requirements.