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.
View the New Bern Area Metropolitan Planning Organization Metropolitan Transportation Plan Navigate 2050 Story Map for additional information related to the efforts, data, projects and outcomes of the plan. The full document was adopted November 4, 2025 by the Transportation Advisory Committee and can be found in the Story Map.
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.
