Jamie Setz Launches Regional Transportation Survey
Capital Region Planning Commission Executive Director Jamie Setz has launched a new public transportation survey. The results will guide how people travel across the Baton Rouge region for the next 25 years.
Federal law requires the long-range plan because the region does not meet Clean Air Act standards. Setz says public input is essential to building a plan that reflects real traffic conditions.
Public Survey Open Across Five Parishes
Anyone can take the survey by visiting crpcla.org. A banner on the homepage links directly to it.
The survey covers East Baton Rouge, West Baton Rouge, Livingston, Ascension, and Iberville parishes. The plan looks beyond Baton Rouge city limits and focuses on how the entire region moves each day.
Traffic patterns have changed over time. More residents commute across parish lines for work and school. LSU also brings in one of the largest commuter populations in the SEC.
Survey Focuses on Real Commute Problems
The survey asks where people live, where they work, and where traffic causes the most frustration. This information helps planners understand modern travel habits.
Most commuters make several stops during the day. They drop off children, shop for groceries, and run errands. These trips often go uncounted without direct public feedback.
Funding Limits Shape Future Projects
Funding remains the biggest challenge. The 25-year plan will include a list of projects the region can realistically afford. It will also identify major projects that still need funding.
The plan will review public transit, carpooling, vanpooling, intersection upgrades, and traffic signal timing. It also considers roundabouts, which can improve safety and traffic flow.
Why Public Input Matters Now
Setz urges residents to focus on solutions instead of past frustrations. Early feedback helps set priorities before projects move forward.
The survey is open for a limited time. Residents should visit crpcla.org, share their concerns, and help shape the future of transportation in the Capital Region.