Category Archives: News
CMPDD is Accepting Grant Applications for $7 Million Available Through the Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) for Transportation Alternatives Projects
On August 13th CMPDD announced the availability of $7 million in federal transportation funding for transportation alternative improvement projects in the metropolitan area which includes portions of Hinds, Madison, and Rankin Counties.
Project applications for Transportation Alternatives funding must be received by the CMPDD by September 30, 2025.… Read more.
2nd Annual Drive Away Hunger for Seniors Golf Tournament
Thursday, October 16, 2025
The Refuge Golf Course
Help provide nutritious meals to seniors age 60 and over so they can remain healthy, independent, and in their communities.
Request for Proposals for the Older Adult Nutrition Program (OANP): RFP No. 2025042301 – WITH ADDENDUM
(4/23/2025) – The Consortium of Planning and Development Districts/Area Agencies on Aging are requesting proposals to secure negotiated rate contracts to provide nutrition services to older adults, consisting of seven Mississippi Planning and Development Districts, comprised of 53 counties.
Interested parties may request proposal packets in writing from the Area Agency on Aging of Central Mississippi Planning and Development District, 1020 Centre Pointe Blvd, Pearl, Mississippi 39208.… Read more.
Workforce Training That’s Changing Lives
South Central MS Works and the Central Mississippi Planning and Development District (CMPDD) are proud to support the Relaunch. Reskill. Reconnect. initiative. This is a powerful workforce training program aimed at helping Mississippians gain valuable skills and re-enter the workforce with confidence.… Read more.
Jackson MPO Adopts Updated Safety Targets
Federal guidelines require Metropolitan Planning Organizations (MPOs) State Departments of Transportation (DOTs) and transit service providers to develop and implement a performance-based transportation planning and programming approach that evaluates the effectiveness of transportation funding investments in maintaining and improving the operability of the overall transportation system.… Read more.
Launching the Amazon Web Services (AWS) Information Infrastructure Pre-Apprenticeship Program in Ridgeland, MS
We are thrilled to announce the launch of the Amazon Web Services (AWS) Information Infrastructure Pre-Apprenticeship Program, designed to equip individuals with the skills and knowledge needed for a successful career in cloud computing and information technology. This program, part of a national initiative, aims to address the growing demand for skilled workers in the rapidly evolving tech industry and is the first training opportunity for future workers at Amazon Web Services economic development project in Madison County.… Read more.
CMPDD Launches Online Transportation Survey for the 2050 Metropolitan Transportation Plan
CMPDD is excited to announce the launch of an online transportation survey, offering residents an opportunity to engage in the development of the Metropolitan Planning Organization’s (MPO’s) 2050 Metropolitan Transportation Plan.
The online survey invites residents to provide valuable input on various topics, including congestion locations, bike and pedestrian pathways, transit needs, safety improvements, and funding prioritization.… Read more.
CMPDD Contracts with Broadband Expansion and Accessibility of Mississippi (BEAM)
CMPDD has contracted with Broadband Expansion and Accessibility of Mississippi (BEAM) to work toward the best possible level of internet service for all seven counties in our district. CMPDD’s role will be to assist local governments and counties in identifying and testing internet speeds in areas that have service but may be lacking the latest technology resulting in slow or inadequate service.… Read more.
CMPDD Announces Grant Awards for 26 Metro-Area Transportation Projects
The Central Mississippi Planning and Development District Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) is pleased to announce more than $28 million in grant awards for 26 projects in the three metro area counties.
The MPO grants support a wide variety of projects that will be implemented over the next five years. … Read more.
2050 Travel Demand Model
To project future conditions on the roadway system throughout the Metropolitan Planning Organization’s (MPO’s) planning area, CMPDD uses a computer-modeling tool known as a Travel Demand Model. The Model covers portions of Hinds, Madison, and Rankin Counties and is a forecasting tool used to predict changes in travel patterns and the utilization of the transportation system in response to changes in development patterns, demographics, and transportation supply.… Read more.
