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Multimodal Transportation Resources

James K. Polk Building, Suite 1800
505 Deaderick Street
Nashville, Tennessee 37243
Phone 615.741.2781
Fax  615.253.1482

Liza Joffrion
Liza Joffrion
Director
Liza.Joffrion@tn.gov

The Division of Multimodal Transportation Resources includes Public Transportation; Rail and Waterways; Rail Inspection and Safety; and the Bicycle and Pedestrian Program. The division administers state and federal grant programs for public transportation. On rail and water transportation, inspects railroads and rail crossings for safety, provides safety upgrades at key highway-rail crossings. The division's Bicycle and Pedestrian Program, monitors TDOT resurfacing projects, and works with other divisions to include appropriate treatments for bicycles and pedestrians.

The Mission Statement

To provide support to Multimodal transportation providers through funding and technical assistance. To promote public private partnerships in transportation to impact economic development and environmental improvements. Multimodal staff members will facilitate by providing the technical assistance necessary for grant applications and awards and by supporting planning efforts consistent with departmental goals. In every action we will strive to respond to the needs of our customers by "going the extra mile" to reach the citizens and businesses in need of our services. 

The Division of Multimodal Transportation Resources includes the Office of Passenger Transportation, the Office of Freight and Rail , Waterway Transportation and Bicycle and Pedestrian.  The Office of Passenger Transportation is responsible for public transit, planning and public awareness, and research and technical assistance.  The Office of Rail and Waterway Freight Transportation administers the funding of rail and track improvements and waterways assistance.

Do You Need A Ride? For a complete contact list of Tennessee Rural and Urban Transit Agencies, click here.

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Quick Links
bullet TDOT/Multimodal State Management Plan (November 2011)
bullet 2010 Multimodal Transportation Annual Report (pdf)
bullet Calculate Your Savings by Riding Public Transportation (APTA)
bullet National Environmental Policy Act
bullet State Transportation Improvement Program (STIP)
bullet TDOT Enviromental Division