The newly formed Hernando/Citrus Metropolitan Planning Organization is looking for volunteers for two of its committees.

The 11-member Citizens Advisory Committee evaluates and proposes solutions for alternative transportation and other critical issues. One representative each is needed for Brooksville, Crystal River and Inverness. Also needed are one public transit user and two representatives from the unincorporated areas of each county.

The seven-members Bicycle Pedestrian Advisory Committee provides a forum for bicycle/pedestrian issues. One representative each is needed for Brooksville, Crystal River and Inverness, and two representatives each are needed for Citrus and Hernando counties at large.

Applications are available at the MPO’s office or through www.co.hernando.fl.us/MPO. Questions can be directed to Steve Diez, Transportation Planner II, Hernando/Citrus Metropolitan Planning Organization, 20 N. Main St., Room 262, Brooksville, FL 34601. He can be reached at 352-754-4057 or stevend@hernandocounty.us.

The deadline for applying is Aug. 4.