Appendix B: ConnDOT Organization Chart
Department of Transportation Organizational Structure
The DOT is responsible for all aspects of the state's transportation system including the highway infrastructure renewal program that is the subject of this study. The department's declared mission is to provide a safe, efficient, and cost-effective transportation system that meets the mobility needs of its users. Its goals are to: ensure safety; maintain the existing system; increase system productivity; promote economic development; and provide required capacity.
Figure B-1 is the current table of organization for the department. Structurally, DOT is organized into five major bureaus, each consisting of multiple offices designed to meet specific responsibilities. The five bureaus and their primary duties are:
· Bureau of Finance and Administration - provides fiscal and support services including budgeting, personnel, and accounting;
· Bureau of Policy and Planning - forecasts transportation needs, assesses environmental impact, and plans and prioritizes projects;
· Bureau of Engineering and Highway Operations - manages the design and construction of capital projects;
· Bureau of Public Transportation - provides a network of bus, rail, rideshare services, and regulates truck, bus, taxi, and livery services; and
· Bureau of Aviation and Planning - operates all state-owned airports, operates ferry services, and promotes the use of the state's navigable waters.