A public input session about walking and biking in Mattapoisett will be held  Oct. 8 at 6:30 p.m. in the Center School Cafeteria.

People of all ages and abilities who use public ways, including walkers, cyclists and motorists, are invited to give make suggestions for the draft of Mattapoisett Municipal Pedestrian and Bicycle Plan.

At 6:30 p.m., there will be a brief overview of the plan’s purpose. At 6:40 p.m., attendees will break into groups to discuss walking/wheeling experience on public ways in four sections of town.

People will be asked to mark large maps with their primary destinations, favorite routes and areas that they consider hazardous for walkers and cyclists. Separate comment sheets will be provided for participants to make specific written notes. At a future date, a meeting will specifically address the Route 6 business district.

The group will come together for a brief information session at 7 p.m. regarding various projects including bike path planning. This will be followed by a priorities setting discussion. The public input session should end by 7:30 p.m.