📢 The Destination 2055 Metropolitan Transportation Plan Draft Report is now available! ✅ Review the draft ✅ Attend the public hearing on Jan 27th during the Triangle West Board meeting. ✅ Share your comments by Feb 23rd Visit: www.Destination2055NC.com

📢 The Destination 2055 Metropolitan Transportation Plan Draft Report is now available! ✅ Review the draft ✅ Attend the public hearing on Jan 27th during the Triangle West TPO Board meeting ✅ Share your comments by Feb 23rd Link in bio!

The Triangle West TPO Technical Committee will hold a meeting tomorrow, January 13, 2025, at 1:30 p.m. in the Long Leaf Conference Room at the Central Pines Regional Council in Durham, NC. A live stream can be viewed on YouTube: youtube.com/@TriangleWes... Agenda: www.twtpo.org/board-and-te...

RFP Alert! The Triangle Transportation Choices Transportation Demand Management Grant Program is now accepting three types of applications for FY27. 1. Traditional RFP 2. Innovative & Pilot Projects RFP 3. Community-Based & Non-Profit Organizations (CBNP) RFP Link in bio!

Yesterday was everything we could have hoped for! Thanks to the Chapel Hill Public Library for hosting us, author and transportation advocate @veronicaodavis.bsky.social for delivering our keynote, and so many others for attending our 2nd Annual Regional Safety Summit! #TriangleWest #SafetySummit

Following a feasibility study, the city estimates the five-mile route will cost about $150 million and be accessible to 50,000 residents.

More than seven years after the City of Durham bought an inactive railroad corridor with plans of turning it into a trail, the Durham Rail Trail is in its final stages of design.

Thank you to Merrick-Moore and the Bragtown Community Association for having us at their National Night Out last evening! We loved talking to folks about what's going on at the TPO, including the Durham City and County Bike/Walk plan and our upcoming Regional Safety Summit #TriangleWest #Planning

We had a blast repping Triangle West at Move-A-Bull City yesterday and talking with people about transportation planning and safe travel! Thank you Bike Durham for having us! #MoveABull #SafeStreets #Planning #Durham

We want to hear from YOU! Triangle West is soliciting public comment on the FY2027 Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP) through October 28. The UPWP is Triangle West's funding document - it shows our goals and priorities over the fiscal year. Link in bio to view the plan/leave a public comment!

Glad to see our town prioritizing pedestrian access/safety, and our Fairview neighborhood!

The Triangle West TPO Board will hold a meeting on September 23rd at 9:00 a.m. in the Long Leaf Conference Room at the Central Pines Regional Council in Durham, NC. A live stream can be viewed on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@TriangleWes... Agenda: Link in bio!

"More people than ever are moving to the Triangle every day,” Triangle West Executive Director Doug Plachcinski said. “Giving them a variety of transportation options is really important.” Check out this article from CBS 17 on the potential for a passenger rail station in RTP. buff.ly/lsDLCLV

Triangle West's David Miller presented on the TPO's Wildlife Crossings Plan at #AMPO in Providence, RI this morning. The plan aims to improve roadway safety for both humans and wildlife. Check out the plan on our website: www.twtpo.org/programs-and... #TriangleWest #TransportationPlanning

🚨 Public Hearing: Sept 23 📝 Feedback on the Metropolitan Transportation Plan’s Preferred Option due by Oct 11! This plan includes major projects + land use + financial assumptions. Your voice matters—help shape our region’s future. 🔗 buff.ly/Bfmoq1S #TransportationPlan #PublicInput

Come hang out with us! On September 24, Orange County will be soliciting your feedback on its bicycle and pedestrian plan from 6 pm to 8 pm at the OC Solid Waste Center. Help shape the future of walking and biking in Orange County! #UrbanPlanning #TransportationPlanning #TriangleWest

The Triangle West TPO is excited to announce Veronica O. Davis as the keynote speaker for the 2nd Annual Regional Safety Summit! Spots are filling up fast – click the link below to learn more and register today! buff.ly/YkvU3WU #TriangleWest #TransportationPlanning

♿ Accessibility matters! We’re updating our ADA Transition Plan and need your input. 🗓 Share your feedback by October 5, 2025 → buff.ly/Bfmoq1S #Planning #Accessibility

Triangle West TPO is now accepting public comments on the Preferred Option of the Destination 2055 Metropolitan Transportation Plan. Review the project list of the Preferred Option at our website: buff.ly/lNTVmGk Submit your feedback at: buff.ly/giPyx5M

SURVEY LINK IS LIVE! buff.ly/NvdPZVb We're looking for YOUR feedback on the Durham-to-Roxboro Rail Trail Plan! Please click the link to learn more about the rail trail project and to leave your comments. #TriangleWest #TransportationPlanning #RailTrail

A bus rapid transit station astride Interstate 40 has the backing of the Regional Transportation Alliance, a business group affiliated with the Raleigh Chamber of Commerce.

The Triangle West TPO Technical Committee will hold a meeting tomorrow, August 12, 2025, at 1:30 p.m. in the Long Leaf Conference Room at the Central Pines Regional Council in Durham, NC. A live stream can be viewed on YouTube: youtube.com/@TriangleWes... Agenda: www.twtpo.org/board-and-te...

Triangle West spent this morning at the #RTABrunch25 talking about the future of transit in the #Triangle. Thank you, RTA Triangle, for having us! @ncdot.bsky.social #TriangleWest #TransportationPlanning

PUBLIC COMMENT: USDOT is now accepting public comments for the development of the next surface transportation authorizing legislation. www.federalregister.gov/documents/20...

Congratulations to @ocncgov.bsky.social! 18% of trips by bike/foot ranks Orange County in the top 30 nationwide! This is due to the great multimodal infrastructure in Orange County, @carrboronc.bsky.social‬, the Town of Chapel Hill, and @hillsboroughnc.gov. Read more: abc11.com/post/boomtow...

Durham’s Transportation Department wants to give one of the city’s busiest traffic corridors a major upgrade by developing its first Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) route.

⏳ Air quality affects us all! Share feedback on the AQ-CDR report before the July 23 deadline. #TriangleWest #TransportationPlanning #UrbanPlanning

🤝Together, we’re building a better transportation network! Help finalize the MTIP by sharing feedback before July 23. #TriangleWest #TransportationPlanning #UrbanPlanning

Speak up! Which SPOT projects should compete for funding? Scan the QR code by July 23 to weigh in. #TriangleWest #TransportationPlanning #UrbanPlanning

Ever wondered how transportation projects get funded? From federal grants to local bonds, a lot goes on behind the scenes to bring these projects to life! Follow this thread to learn how transportation funding works—and how YOU can shape the future of your infrastructure.

⏳ Time’s running out! Share your thoughts on Triangle West’s transportation future before July 23. #TriangleWest #TransportationPlanning #UrbanPlanning

📅 Save the Date! Triangle West TPO's Second Annual Regional Safety Summit is Thursday, November 20, at the Chapel Hill Public Library. Join us for an important event working toward Vision Zero and safe streets for all, during the week of the National Day of Remembrance. Details will be forthcoming.

🌿Did you know? Triangle West monitors air quality to keep pollutant levels low. Share your feedback on the AQ-CDR report! #TriangleWest #TransportationPlanning #UrbanPlanning

🚧Discover how the MTIP prioritizes local transportation projects in Triangle West! Scan the QR code to share your ideas. #TriangleWest #TransportationPlanning #UrbanPlanning

🚙The SPOT process helps decide which Triangle West projects compete for state funding. Have a say—scan the QR code! #TriangleWest #TransportationPlanning #UrbanPlanning

🚦Help shape Triangle West’s transportation future! The public comment period is open through July 23. Share your input today! #TriangleWest #TransportationPlanning #UrbanPlanning

The Triangle West TPO Board will hold a meeting on June 17th at 9:00 a.m. in the Central Pines Conference Room at the Central Pines Regional Council in Durham, NC. A live stream can be viewed on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@TriangleWes... Agenda: twtpo.legistar.com/Calendar.aspx #TriangleWest

Yesterday morning, Triangle West staff attended the North Carolina Central University Community Engagement Partner Symposium to share information with the community about Destination 2055. To learn more about Destination 2055, click here: buff.ly/dJVlSAf #TriangleWest #TransportationPlanning

Don't miss Triangle West TPO's open house to discuss and explore alternatives for the region's transportation system. You can compare different transportation scenarios and provide feedback through a survey: publicinput.com/destination2... Learn more: destination2055nc.com/alternative-...

NC By Train is looking for feedback on their future train schedules! As NCDOT and its railroad partners explore future service expansion, they are seeking public feedback to create the best service schedule possible for when expansion occurs. SURVEY: buff.ly/3Qa4zng

What will transportation in the Triangle look like in 5, 10,and 20 years? You’re invited to a Virtual Open House — just one week away! 🌐 Join the conversation, share your insights, and help shape the future. 🔗 Register now: tinyurl.com/2055Alternat... #Destination2055 #ResearchTriangle

We’re planning for the future of transportation — and we want your input! 🚲🚗🚌 Take our survey and help shape how we get around in the years ahead. ✨ 🗓️ Deadline: May 26, 2025 👉 publicinput.com/destination2... Thanks for sharing your voice! #FutureOfTransit #CommunityVoices #TriangleWest

Shoutout to the Bragtown Community Association for inviting us to your meeting! We’re always excited to connect and talk transportation with our neighbors. Want us to join your group’s meeting? Reach out — we’d love to! 🧡 #CommunityConnections #LetsTalkTransportation #TriangleWestTPO

Triangle West Chair Karen Howard & Exec. Dir. Doug Plachcinski joined NC leaders at the Economic Dev. Summit in Washington, DC, hosted by Sen. Thom Tillis & Rep. Richard Hudson. They discussed federal priorities and upcoming changes to MPO programs.

This morning, Triangle West staff attended the 18th annual State of the Community, where they learned more about how growth in OC compares to the rest of the country. Thank you to the Carolina Chamber for connecting community members, business leaders, and elected officials!

🚦The Triangle’s booming! By 2055, we’ll welcome 1.4M new people & 1M jobs. How will we move? That’s where #Destination2055NC comes in. 🚲🚗🚌 📣 Take the survey by May 26, 2025, to shape our transit future! 👉 Link in bio. #ShapeTheTriangle #YourVoiceMatters

Even though the weather is lovely today, we can't help thinking about how wonderful #NCAMPO was last week in Wilmington! We were fortunate to present on wildlife passages and safe and equitable transportation, and learn more about the great work being done across NC.

Triangle West invites consulting firms to submit an LOI for the UNC Co-Gen Rail Corridor Feasibility Study. The study seeks to determine the feasibility of converting 10.8 miles of the J Branch rail line to a multi-use trail. LOIs are due May 23 at 2 p.m. www.centralpinesnc.gov/requests-pro...

Orange County is developing its first comprehensive bicycle and pedestrian plan. We want to hear from you about the challenges and opportunities you see when biking or walking, particularly outside city and town limits, by completing this survey: buff.ly/3UmvnkR

Becca Gallas, NCDOT’s new Division 5 engineer, talks to the INDY about drone deliveries, reducing traffic fatalities, and navigating impasses between the city and the state.