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Transportation Department
The Transportation Department is responsible for a broad range of transportation services, which include traffic signs and signals, transportation planning, transportation demand management, parking operations, street lighting, taxicab administration and bicycle and pedestrian planning.
The department works to increase transportation choices as well as local and regional connectivity by planning for and securing funds for highways, public transportation, and bicycle and pedestrian improvements. As guided by the City’s Strategic Plan, the City’s Transportation Department helps to strengthen the foundation, enhance the value, and improve the quality and sustainability of neighborhoods that are necessary for a strong and diverse community. The provision of a sound transportation system is critical to maintaining a strong economy.
Current News and Projects
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The New Durham County Transit Plan
We need your help to decide how to spend $500 million on transit improvements over the next 20 years.
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GoDurham Senior Shuttle Pilot Program Offers Free Shuttle to Grocery Store for Seniors
To combat food insecurity, a partnership between GoTriangle, GoDurham and End Hunger Durham has formed to shuttle senior citizens to grocery stores. Starting July 5, GoDurham ACCESS will run this free shuttle for five senior communities in Durham. More info is available at https://godurhamtransit.org/senior-shuttle.
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GoDurham Better Bus Project in Full Swing
Does your bus not arrive on time regularly? Is there any missing sidewalk at your bus stop? The Better Bus Project will lead to the design of improvements including sidewalks, crosswalks, reduced delays, and more! The initial survey is complete, but you can still give your input. Visit the Better Bus Project page for more information.
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Crosswalk Artwork on West Club Completed
In late May, community volunteers helped local artist Candy Carver complete her new crosswalk art to make West Club Blvd. at Glendale Avenue safer for pedestrians. This project, funded by Bloomberg Philanthropies’ Asphalt Art Initiative, aims to improve street safety, revitalize public spaces, and engage their communities.
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The Debut of New GoDurham Electric Buses
On Earth Day 2021, GoDurham introduced two new zero-emissions electric buses to their fleet. These vehicles not only reduce tailpipe emissions and cut pollution, but also help reduce maintenance costs. More info available on GoDurham's website.
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See GoDurham's Interactive Map of Bus Stop Improvements
GoDurham works continuously to improve its bus stops, and now has an interactive map to show all of the recent and ongoing bus stop investments.
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Vision Zero
Vision Zero is an approach that recognizes no traffic fatalities or serious injuries are acceptable. The North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) recently adopted its own Vision Zero policy, and launched NC Vision Zero. The City is currently working on developing an action plan for Vision Zero, but you can support Durham’s Vision Zero planning activities by reporting traffic safety concerns on our Vision Zero Public Comment map.
Department Divisions and Staff - Staff Directory
- Administration
- Business Services
- Sign Shop/Signal Shop
- Traffic Operations
- Transit, Parking, and Passenger Vehicle for Hire
- Transportation Planning
- Transportation Technical Services
Other Department Partners
- GoDurham - the City of Durham’s public transportation provider
- GoDurham ACCESS - ADA paratransit services for persons with disabilities
- DCHC Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) - the regional planning body that plays a large role in funding, expanding, and improving transportation infrastructure in Durham as well as other communities in the region
- Triangle J Council of Governments (TJCOG) - a member organization that is involved with several regional programs, including transportation planning, development and land-use, housing affordability, water resource planning, disaster recovery and resilience, and economic development coordination.
- Development Services Center - a collaboration of multiple city departments to coordinate the development review process, including Transportation Services
Contact Us
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Sean Egan
Director
Email
Transportation Department
101 City Hall Plaza
Durham, NC 27701
Phone: 919-560-4366
Fax: 919-560-4561
Staff Directory
Service request:
Click or call 919-560-1200