ATLANTA (AP) — The Georgia Department of Transportation is planning three public meetings to discuss long-range transportation planning projects.

Officials say they're developing a long-term plan for passenger and freight rail transportation through 2040 and are hosting meetings with the public and stakeholders.

Officials say they're hosting a meeting Aug. 12 at Dalton City Hall, Aug. 13 at the Atlanta Regional Commission and Aug. 14 at Valdosta City Hall.

Each meeting runs from 5 to 7 p.m. and members of the public will be given opportunities to share input with state transportation officials.