Durham, NC — The Central Pines Regional Council has been awarded a 2026 Excellence in Regional Transportation Award from the National Association of Development Organizations (NADO) for their "Safe Streets for All in the Triangle" project.

NADO is a Washington, DC-based association that promotes programs and policies to strengthen local governments, communities, and economies through regional cooperation, program delivery, and comprehensive strategies.  The Excellence in Regional Transportation Awards showcase organizations for noteworthy projects and practices in rural and small metropolitan transportation planning, program delivery, and special initiatives.  Award winners will receive national recognition during the 2026 National Regional Transportation Conference in Atlanta, GA this July 20-22.

"The Excellence in Regional Transportation Awards program showcases effective and creative transportation initiatives that improve accessibility, mobility, safety, and quality of life in regions around the United States," shared current NADO President and Executive Director of Piedmont Triad Regional Council Matthew Dolge.  "Programs and projects like Safe Streets for All in the Triangle foster community and economic connections and promote effective transportation networks."

For more information about the award-winning project, visit www.centralpinesnc.gov/safestreets, or contact Matt Day, Central Pines Regional Council Transportation Director, at (919) 558-9397. 

People gathered around informational displays under a tent, discussing maps and plans for safety action plan.

Photo caption: CPRC Transportation Director Matt Day talking with members of the public at Morrisville in Motion: A Safety Action Plan. 

Media Contact:
Beth Seidel
Member Engagement Coordinator
919-558-2712
bseidel@centralpinesnc.gov

 

About Central Pines Regional Council 

For more than five decades, Central Pines Regional Council has been educating and empowering local governments through direct assistance, regional planning, and technical expertise. As a resource and support hub for local governments, community members, and partners across Chatham, Durham, Johnston, Lee, Moore, Orange, and Wake counties, we believe that our region thrives when we come together with a common vision and plan for the future. Our work fosters constructive conversations and drives long-term change in our community to ensure our region is thriving, equitable, connected and resilient.

 

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