Idaho Transportation Department

09/10/2025 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 09/10/2025 11:18

Public meetings planned to gather input on Rathdrum Prairie transportation study




9/10/2025

Heather McDaniel
ITD Communication
208-772-8084
[email protected]

Public meetings planned to gather input on Rathdrum Prairie transportation study

COEUR d'ALENE - The Idaho Transportation Department is inviting the public to provide feedback that will help shape the future of roads and highways across the Rathdrum Prairie.

The Rathdrum Prairie Area Transportation Study began with more than 50 ideas for improving travel across Kootenai County. Through earlier rounds of public input and technical review, those concepts have been narrowed to 13 alternatives. These options focus on improving safety, reducing congestion, and keeping traffic moving as the region grows.

Two upcoming public meetings will give community members a chance to see how the alternatives were compared and which ones are recommended to move forward. Feedback from this round will help the study team narrow the list of alternatives even further and shape the recommendations that will guide future projects across the Rathdrum Prairie.

Meeting details

Wednesday, Sept. 17, 2025

4:30 - 7 p.m.

Coeur d'Alene Chamber of Commerce

105 N. 1st St.

Coeur d'Alene, Idaho

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Thursday, Sept 18, 2025

4:30 - 7 p.m.

Q'emiln Park Trailhead Event Center

12201 W. Parkway Dr.

Post Falls, Idaho


Both meetings will be held in an open-house style so people can drop in anytime. Displays will show updates, and staff will be available to answer questions and gather feedback. The events are open to everyone, including families.

Those who cannot attend in person can review identical information online from Sept. 17 through Oct. 1 at https://itdprojects.idaho.gov/pages/rathdrum-prairie-pel

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