Metropolitan Transportation Plan

Each MPO must prepare a Metropolitan Transportation Plan (MTP), in accordance with 49 USC 5303(i), to accomplish the objectives outlined by the MPO, North Carolina, and the public transportation providers with respect to the development of the metropolitan area’s transportation network.

Navigate 2050 is the New Bern Region Area’s latest long-range plan, a blueprint for the future of our region’s transportation system. It outlines strategies and projects to improve how people and goods move - by car, bus, bike, air, rail, or on foot. Developed with input from the public, local governments, and transportation agencies, the MTP aims to support growth, enhance safety, reduce congestion, and promote sustainability.

Vision

A safe multimodal transportation network supporting a vibrant and prosperous New Bern region where all residents and visitors have access to opportunities and a high quality of life, and where businesses can grow and thrive while natural and cultural resources are protected.

Public Comment Period

2050 Metropolitan Transportation Plan (MTP) Public Comment Period is open from August 4 - September 5, 2025 and we want to hear from you!

The first draft of projects developed as part of the 2050 MTP is now available for roadway and bicycle and pedestrian projects across our planning area. Click the icons above to learn more about the projects.

Logo for the NBAMPO Metropolitan Transportation Plan Navigate 2050, featuring icons of a person biking, a person walking, and a car on a bridge with a blue sky background.
Icons of various transportation modes over the words 'Envision 2045' in large letters, with smaller text below reading 'New Bern Area MPO Metropolitan Transportation Plan'.

previous Plans
Logo for Destination 2040 by New Bern Area Metropolitan Planning Organization, featuring a map outline of New Bern, North Carolina with water bodies and main roads, and circular text around it.

Project Survey

Share your preferences and comments on the recommended projects, and suggest any new ones. Your input will help identify and prioritize high-impact projects for funding.