GPATS

10/15/2026

Learn about the penny tax proposal before you head to the polls.

🗳️ We're just a few days away from early voting, and now is the time to learn about the Transportation Penny Tax Referendum before you head to the polls!

📊 Get the nonpartisan facts. No spin. Hear from Greenville County staff on the preliminary projects list and give your feedback.

📍 Canebrake Fire District
📍 Mauldin Public Library

These two events next week are our final in-person events we'll be hosting on the county's referendum, so make sure to attend!

10/08/2026

Learn more about the Greenville County Penny Tax at a free, public education event.

🗓️ This week: six non-partisan public education events on the Greenville County Transportation Sales Tax

Whether you're for, against, or undecided, everyone is welcomed and encouraged to attend a meeting and learn more about the referendum.

👋 Attend to see the preliminary projects list, ask questions, and give feedback to members of Greenville County staff on the measure.

More information about the penny tax and these meetings can be found at https://www.greenvillecounty.org/TransportationSalesandUseTax.aspx

09/15/2026

The Greenville Transit Authority (GTA), better known as Greenlink, is taking over the FTA 5310 program from GPATS. A key component of the 5310 program is a Coordinated Mobility Plan, which must go through public vetting. GTA will be accepting public comment from Sept. 10 to 24. The draft plan can be found at https://www.greenvillesc.gov/coordinated-public-transit-human-services-transportation-plan. Additionally, on September 17th at 10 am, Greenlink is hosting a 5310 Meet & Greet--we hope to see you there!

08/27/2026

Our neighbors at the Spartanburg Area Transportation Study (SPATS) are hosting a virtual public information meeting for their 2050 LRTP Update. Take a look at the information below to participate:

The Spartanburg Area Transportation Study (SPATS) Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) invites community members to participate in a Virtual Public Information Meeting (VPIM), available now through September 12, 2026.

The VPIM, available at sc-stateplanning.com/spats-2050-lrtp, gives the public an opportunity to review the draft recommendations and proposed priority projects for the SPATS 2050 Long-Range Transportation Plan (LRTP). Community members are encouraged to provide feedback through the VPIM survey and comment form before the plan is finalized.

Process: The VPIM builds on feedback gathered during in-person meetings held in May 2026. Based on community input about transportation needs and priorities across the region, the project team developed the draft plan and proposed priority projects. SPATS is now seeking additional feedback to help refine the project list before the LRTP is finalized and adopted.
Community members are encouraged to:
• Review the online materials.
• Complete the survey and comment form.
• Submit feedback by September 12, 2026.
To participate:
Visit sc-stateplanning.com/spats-2050-lrtp (English).

Para completar la encuesta en español:
Visite sc-stateplanning.com/spats-2050-lrtp (Español).

Thank you for taking the time to help shape the future of transportation in Spartanburg County and the surrounding region!!

08/07/2026

🚨 SIMPSONVILLE 🚨We are coming to hear from you!

Tomorrow from 8am-12pm we will be at the Simpsonville Farmer's Market where you can can review draft transportation project ideas for the Horizon 2050 Long-Range Transportation Plan, ask questions, and provide feedback. Materials will highlight proposed improvements across all modes and reflect prior community input, technical analysis, and regional priorities.

Location: Simpsonville Farmers Market, Gracely Park, 100 Park Drive, Simpsonville, SC.

For more information about the LRTP, visit the project website: https://gpatshorizon2050.com/

08/06/2026

Yesterday was walking safety, today is biking safety! Take a look below for some tips on how to bike around safely.

A quick bike check before every ride helps keep kids safe and ready for the road. Wear a properly fitted helmet, follow traffic signs, and use hand signals so others know where you're going. Use a bike lane or shared path when available; if neither are, ride on the far right side of the road. Reduce distractions by never using headphone or a cellphone while riding and keep your eyes up to watch for vehicles.

Remember: ABC + Helmet; Air, Brakes, Chain, and a helmet for every ride!

Here is a great resource with more tips to help you and your loved ones stay safe while riding a bike to school:
https://www.nhtsa.gov/road-safety/bicycle-safety

08/05/2026

You may not have realized it, but when walking to the school bus, your child is a pedestrian! Take a look at this video for some tips you can share with your child to keep them safe at the bus stop this year:

08/05/2026

Back to school is here and we want to make sure that everyone makes it to school safely!

Walking to school is a great way to stay active, but safety must come first. When available, always use sidewalks, cross at marked crosswalks, and stay alert by putting away phones and headphones. Keep your head up and and focus on watching for dangerous traffic.

Remember: Stop. Look. Wait. Walk. Every crossing, every time.

Here are some other great resources that can help you and your loved ones stay safe while walking to school:
https://www.nhtsa.gov/road-safety/pedestrian-safety
https://www.walkbiketoschool.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/tips_for_kids.pdf

08/04/2026

Back to school is coming soon and we have some tips to make sure that your child makes it safely to school. Join us over the next few days as we share tips on how to walk and bike safely! Regardless of whether you and your child will just be walking to the bus stop or biking all the way to school, we want to make sure that you have all the information you need to get them there safely.

07/27/2026

TRAVELERS REST: Tomorrow we are coming to hear from YOU! The GPATS team will be at City hall from 5-7pm for a drop-in meeting on the Horizon 2050 Long-Range Transportation Plan; we are ready to hear your feedback on the work we’ve done so far.

Event Location: City Hall, 125 Trailblazer Drive, Travelers Rest, SC 29690
Parking: Use the parking lot along Old Buncombe Road

For more information about the LRTP, visit the project website: https://gpatshorizon2050.com/

We had two great community meetings last week as part of our second round of public input for our Horizon 2050 Long-Range Transportation Plan. These meetings are valuable for the community to share their insights and needs with the project team so that the LRTP can reflect the needs and desires of the GPATS community. Join us tomorrow and see what we have been working on!

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