Public Comments Sought – East-West Gateway Council of Governments Public Involvement Plan East-West Gateway Council of Governments (EWG) is seeking public comment on its proposed 2026 update to its Public Involvement Plan. The document will be posted online at www.ewgateway.org/PIP2026 and also available for viewing in person at 1 S. Memorial Dr., Suite 1600, St. Louis, MO 63102 from January 28 through March 16, 2026. The public is also invited to view and comment on this document directly with EWG staff through an in-person or virtual appointment by emailing communityengagement@ewgateway.org or calling (314) 421-4220 or (618)274-2750. Requests for a language translation of the draft or for accommodations should be submitted to EWG at titlevi@ewgateway.org or by calling the (314) 421-4220. All comments must be received or post-marked by midnight, March 16, 2026. Comments may be submitted by emailing communityengagement@ewgateway.org or by mailing to PIP Comments, East-West Gateway Council of Governments, 1 S. Memorial Dr., St. Louis, MO, Suite 1600, St. Louis, MO 63102. The PIP and related meetings and comment period fulfill the requirements from the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) under 23 CFR 450.316. EWG also fully complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and related statutes and regulations in all programs & activities. For more information, or to obtain a Title VI nondiscrimination complaint form, call (314) 421-4220 or (616) 274-2750 or see www.ewgateway.org/titlevi. IPL0308589 Jan 28 2026