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With the introduction of the Major Mobility Investment Program (MMIP), Georgia DOT's P3 Division identified outreach to the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) community as a top priority for delivering the MMIP by engaging women-owned, and minority-owned small businesses.
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March was Women's History Month and in addition to the dynamic 1,025 women who work for the Georgia DOT, the program has also engaged more than 60 subcontractor/ subconsultant contracts from 44 unique women-owned or operated firms.
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Not only can citizens be positively impacted by the roadway improvements from the MMIP, but you may be eligible to do business with Georgia DOT, which is improving safety for motorists, creating opportunities, and putting petal to the metal for large and small businesses alike.
For more information about DBE participation and upcoming opportunities, email our team at [email protected] or visit the Georgia DOT DBE web page.
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In recognition of Women's History Month, we spotlighted the incredible contributions our female employees have made to our organization's success through our social media platforms with our "Women at GDOT Social Campaign." Our happiness blooms from within, and we're elated with how our female team members are seen and heard across all departments, from State Transportation Board Members to project managers and other specialized roles that help us deliver excellent service to our motorists.
Here are a few statistics demonstrating how our female workforce has impacted the organization.
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Women also play a critical role in Georgia DOT's P3 Division, which is responsible for the delivery of the MMIP portfolio of projects. Here are some of the faces of the P3 Division who contribute in different ways to the success of the program and the advancement of these major mobility projects.
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We appreciate all that you do to bring these transportation improvements to Georgians. Georgia DOT encourages all girls and women to think about careers in construction. If considering a career at Georgia DOT, check out our employment page for positions currently open.
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Ah, the sweet scent of blossoms fills the air, and with it comes the promise of a new season and perhaps, roadway improvements!
As nature rejuvenates, let's delve into how the MMIP projects may affect your daily travels. The MMIP projects were identified to improve mobility in some of the most congestion regions around the state by creating additional capacity, improving freight movement, providing transportation efficiencies, enhancing safety, and decreasing travel times.
To-date, four MMIP projects are completed and open to traffic and four projects are under construction. And we still have more to come! From navigating through rain showers to enjoying longer daylight hours, let's explore the fresh dynamics of our springtime commute.
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Spread your wingsand tell us how much time you spend commuting in your area.
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Does this season put a spring in your step? It sure does for our roadway workers! Remember, work zones are a key component in necessary for maintaining and upgrading highways, local streets, and roadways. Work zones can be hazardous for both motorists and workers. Any time highway workers are on a roadway - whether it's a long-term lane closure, a moving operation, or shoulder work - your safety and the safety of those workers depends on drivers' focus and attention.
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The top five contributing circumstances for work zone crashes are: distracted/inattentive, following too closely, improper lane usage, driving too fast for conditions, and failure to yield.
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Please pay attention and drive safely in work zones.
It's critical that all road users approach work zones with caution and do their part to keep the road safe for everyone.
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Sometimes a transportation project may impact the surrounding environment. As a result, Georgia DOT follows numerous laws, regulations, and policies to avoid and minimize impacts to the natural, social, and cultural environment for federally funded and state-funded transportation projects.
Environmental mitigation works to minimize environmental impacts related to a proposed project. Georgia DOT collaborates with federal and state regulatory and resource agencies, local agencies, and various stakeholder groups to identify environmental resources and develop appropriate mitigation measures. During the environmental process, specifically the public involvement phase, comments and feedback are collected and included in the project's environmental document.
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Implementation of potential mitigation strategies starts during the project's development process and mitigation measures are refined as the project's preferred alternative (or concept design) and environmental review are advanced prior to construction.
Georgia DOT encourages stakeholders and the local community to SHARE THEIR VOICE and submit feedback regarding transportation projects. Your feedback can help identify environmental resources, affected areas, and potential mitigation measures to minimize an impact.
The MMIP portfolio of projects adhere to the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). Check out the I-285/I-20 West Interchange project's Environmental Commitments Table and Mitigation Fulfillment Plan (Appendix 2 of FHWA's FONSI), which was recently published. The next public comment period for an MMIP project is the I-285 Top End Express Lanes, which is expected to host a Public Hearing Open House and open comment period this summer.
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Shown above: The new Mt. Vernon Highway Bridge over I-285 under construction. The new overpass bridge was opened to vehicular traffic on Monday, April 22, 2024. The expedited construction and opening of this new bridge is a major milestone achieved for the I-285 Westbound Auxiliary Lane project.
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