LCATS

What We Do

The Licking County Area Transportation Study (LCATS) is the designated Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) for the Newark, Ohio urbanized area and conducts a continuing, cooperative, and comprehensive multi-modal urban transportation planning process.

An MPO must conduct a continuing, cooperative, and comprehensive (3-C) urban transportation planning process that results in plans and programs that consider all transportation modes and supports metropolitan community development and social goals. These plans and programs shall 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.

Safe Streets for All

LCATS has adopted the final draft of the LCATS Safe Streets for All Comprehensive Safety Action Plan. Please see final report and link to the countermeasure toolkit below.

Check out the Maps of the High Risk Network and the High Injury Network below:

Public Meetings

Next LCATS Policy Meeting: March 10, 2026 - 9:30 AM

Meeting Packet - March 10, 2026 (opens in new window)

Microsoft Teams Meeting Info

Meeting ID: 234 980 001 853 28
Passcode: A2GJ2hY3

Proposed TIP Amendments for March Meeting

Licking County Area Transportation Study (LCATS) logo

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])
  • Wil Lloyd - Special Projects Manager
  • Alex Griffith - Program Manager
  • Mona Large - Transit Planning and Mobility Manager