LCATS
What We Do
The Licking County Area Transportation Study (LCATS) is the designated Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) for the Newark, Ohio urbanized area. LCATS conducts a continuing, cooperative, and comprehensive (3-C) multi-modal urban transportation planning process that results in plans and programs considerate of all transportation modes and supportive of metropolitan community development and social goals. These plans and programs aim to lead to the development and operation of an integrated, inter-and intra-modal transportation system that facilitates the efficient economic movement of people and goods.
Mission
The main goal of LCATS is to utilize federal transportation funds that are available to the area to produce the most efficient transportation system possible. These funds can be used for studies, projects and improvements, including federal-aid roadways, bridges, transit and enhancement projects. We ensure the transportation system in Licking County supports and encourages appropriate economic development and social activities, while maximizing the efficient use of our natural and human resources and minimizing adverse impacts upon the natural and built environments.
Public Meetings
Next LCATS Policy Meeting: September 8, 2026 - 9:30 AM
Meeting ID: 269 661 293 415 751
Passcode: 2pD7yA9w
Address:
20 South Second Street
Newark, OH 43055
Office Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Main Line: (740) 670-5200
Staff
- Carson Combs - Planning Director
- Matt Hill - Technical Study Director ([email protected])
- Alex Nouanesengsy - Assistant Transportation Manager
- Wil Lloyd - Special Projects Manager
- Alex Griffith - Program Manager
- Mona Large - Transit Planning and Mobility Manager