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The Northern Virginia Transportation Authority is a regional body that is focused on delivering real transportation solutions and value for Northern Virginia’s transportation dollars by bringing Northern Virginia jurisdictions and agencies together to prioritize projects and implement solutions.
What's New?
ALERT!
Due to inclement weather conditions, the NVTA offices are closed Jan. 14th. However, staff is teleworking should you need assistance. Please feel free to contact staff members directly, or email TheAuthority@TheNOVAAuthority.org. Thank you!
NVTA Chair Reappointed to Position for Eleventh Consecutive Year
During NVTA's monthly business meeting held on Dec. 13th, Authority members unanimously voted to reappoint Hon. Martin E. Nohe as Authority Chairman for an unprecedented eleventh consecutive year. Additionally, Hon. Phyllis Randall was reappointed Vice Chair for the third year in a row. View the release here.
NVTA In the News
NVTA Executive Director, Monica Backmon, discusses preparation for more commuters in NoVa with new Amazon headquarters coming to the region. Watch here.
Map Updates
Check out NVTA’s updated interactive Regional Transportation Projects Map, which has recently been updated to display all 95 projects funded with 70% regional funds in all four of the Authority’s funding programs to date. You can view it here.
Ribbon Cutting
On December 5, VDOT, Loudoun County, NOVA Parks and NVTA celebrated at a ribbon cutting ceremony the completion of the reconstruction and widening of Belmont Ridge Road between Gloucester Parkway to Hay Road, tying into the Route 7/Belmont Ridge Road Interchange project. The result is relieving congestion for both commuters and school-related traffic and improving operation and safety in the corridor for motorists, pedestrians and cyclists alike.
NVTA In the News
In a Letter to the Editor to the Washington Post, NVTA Executive Director, Monica Backmon, discusses addressing the unique needs of NoVa's interlocked infrastructures and Amazon's impacts on transportation. You can read the full letter here.
NVTA In the News
WTOP discussed how the Potomac Yard Metro entrance is to be restored as part of the Amazon deal. NVTA's Executive Director Monica Backmon discussed funding transportation projects in the region. Check out the full story here.
NVTA In the News
NPR's "All Things Considered" discussed how Amazon's new headquarters could impact NoVa and NY communities. Authority member Katie Cristol, Chair, Arlington County, joined the program to talk about transportation. Listen here.
NVTA In the News
NVTA Executive Director, Monica Backmon, discusses Amazon's HQ2 impacts on transportation with WDVM-TV. Watch here.
NVTA In the News
Authority Executive Director Monica Backmon was profiled in Potomac Local and was dubbed "Northern Virginia's Road Warrior." Read on here.
Did You Know?
It is the one-year anniversary of the Authority's adoption of TransAction, the long range, multimodal transportation plan for NoVa! Check out the TransAction Technical Report providing deeper insights into the analytical work on which the Plan is based.
Did You Know?
The Authority adopted its inaugural SYP on June 14, 2018. The newly published FY2018-2023 SYP Report is truly transparent, as it outlines step-by-step, the methodology and process that led to the adoption of the first-of-its-kind program at NVTA. View the SYP Report here.
NVTA In the News
Authority Chairman Marty Nohe was profiled in INSIDE NOVA and discussed how NVTA has allowed him to carve out a spot to serve regionally. You can view the story here.
Request For Proposals
We are requesting proposals from qualified firms to develop a cloud-based online Program Monitoring and Management System (PMMS). The PMMS will support the selection and oversight of NVTA-funded projects. Click here to learn more about the PMMS and view the RFP.
Current Programs & Projects
FY2018-2023 Program
30% Local Distribution Fund Projects
Regional Transportation Projects
TransAction
Events & Meetings
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January 30, 2019 8:30 am |
Transportation Technology Committee
NVTA Offices, Fairfax Virginia |
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February 6, 2019 11:30 am - 1:30 pm |
ACEC/MW Virginia Transportation Priorities Luncheon |
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February 14, 2019 5:30 pm |
Governance and Personnel Committee Meeting
NVTA Offices, Fairfax Virginia |
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