Office of Transportation

The Office of Transportation coordinates efforts across New Orleans to ensure transportation options that are safe, healthy, connected and equitable.

[BlueBikesNOLA @BlueBikesNOLA]

Headed to #EssenceFest this weekend? Avoid the hassles of parking by hopping on a Blue Bike and pedaling over to the @Entergy sponsored station on Loyola Ave. #RideDat

[Office of Transportation @movingnola]

Exciting news, ya’ll! @NewOrleansRTA was just awarded two grants totaling almost $100 million!

Not only will this money improve riders' experience on RTA, but it will help us get closer to reaching several climate action goals while improving air quality in New Orleans.

[Office of Transportation @movingnola]

This #TrafficSafetyTuesday we want to remind everyone to make sure you have a safe way to get around during the 4th of July weekend.

Decide if you'll have a designated driver, if you'll be using rideshare, or riding public transit. Drive safe, and have fun!

[Office of Transportation @movingnola]

Hurricane Season tips continued...

🌧Pay attention to the forecast
🏠Stay home when you can
🚧Watch out for damage to roads: fallen trees, downed power lines, cracked pavements
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#HurricaneSeasonPrep #HurricanePreparedness #StaySafe #TrafficSafety

[Office of Transportation @movingnola]

It's #TrafficSafetyTuesday and we are entering hurricane season!
Follow these traffic safety tips during hurricane season, from June to November. 🌊

❌Don't drive through high water
🛑Prepare for traffic jams
✅Travel with extra supplies: food, water, paper map
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[Ride New Orleans @RideNewOrleans]

ATTENTION RIDERS!

Today, both Jefferson Parish Transit and Regional Transit Authority (RTA) are implementing service cuts on several lines!

This is how the cuts will effect your wait times. Swipe for the Spanish version.

[Office of Transportation @movingnola]

3. Stay hydrated - fill your water bottle with ice before you leave & hydrate before, during, & after riding.
4. Wear the right clothing - try to wear light colors that deflect the intensity of the sun & wear more breathable fabric like cotton & linen.
5. Wear sunscreen!

[Office of Transportation @movingnola]

For this #TrafficSafetyTuesday let’s talk about how to beat the heat when biking! It’s important to find ways to stay cool to avoid overheating and experiencing heat exhaustion or a heat stroke. Here are some tips to stay cool and protect yourself from the sun while biking.

[Office of Transportation @movingnola]

1. Check the temp - if it's warmer than usual, bike slower & try to avoid long periods of exposure to direct sunlight.
2. Act fast when overheating - find shade, drink ice water & apply ice to your hands, feet & back of your neck. Seek medical assistance if you can't cool down.

[Office of Transportation @movingnola]

This is such great news for our youth and young adults in New Orleans! Let's stay involved and make sure we have a successful rollout of this pilot program.

Thank you, @RideNewOrleans for your advocacy work on this issue!

[Ride New Orleans @RideNewOrleans]

Big news, y’all!

RIDE is thrilled to announce that our advocacy and research around zero fares for youth has paid off in a major way!

[Office of Strategic Engagement & Special Projects @ose_nola]

The #RegionalPlanningCommission (RPC) & @CityOfNOLA are working together to create a safe & accessible network of walking/biking facilities and acknowledge that some communities experience a higher number of crashes with resultant fatalities or injuries to people walking/biking.

[Office of Transportation @movingnola]

Streets are shared spaces, with people of all ages and abilities walking, bicycling, driving, and riding transit. Regardless of how you use our streets, everyone has a responsibility to keep themselves and others safe. Here are some safety tips for this #TrafficSafetyTuesday

[Ride New Orleans @RideNewOrleans]

Riders, have you noticed these signs up around your bus stops? As RIDE first reported two weeks ago, temporary frequency changes will begin June 4th for many routes 🚌

[Office of Transportation @movingnola]

UPDATE: This roadwork has been rescheduled to start on Wednesday rather than Tuesday. Passengers are encouraged to check for updates on https://t.co/tIB3w1UfDN and follow RTA on social media for real-time updates on Twitter at @neworleansrta; call the Ride Line at 504-248-3900.

[Office of Transportation @movingnola]

Passengers are encouraged to check for updates on https://t.co/tIB3w1UfDN and follow RTA on social media for real-time updates on Twitter at @neworleansrta; call the Ride Line at 504-248-3900.

[Office of Transportation @movingnola]

UPDATE: On Wednesday, RTA will temporarily suspend downtown service on the St. Charles Streetcar line due to sewer line work being performed by the Sewerage & Water Board of New Orleans. A shuttle bus service will be provided to passengers from Howard Avenue to Canal Street.

[Office of Transportation @movingnola]

@NewOrleansRTA has released its summer 2023 transit schedule, starting June 4. The 86 will now travel to Nunez Community College, the 67 will service Bullard Ave in both directions, and there are minor changes to the 3, 8, 9, 11, 27, 55, 61, 62, and 91.

[Office of Transportation @movingnola]

It's never too late to learn to ride! Check out @BikeEasy’s Adult Learn to Ride class this Sunday!
#bikenola #educatenola

[Office of Transportation @movingnola]

@NewOrleansRTA has several upcoming meetings in May and early June. For more info visit https://t.co/lTb6EVsWdN

[Office of Strategic Engagement & Special Projects @ose_nola]

Did you know? Today is the first day of 'ride your bicycle' to work week!
@BlueBikesNOLA offers a convenient, fun, and healthy way to experience the city you love.