Statewide Planning Office

2025 Policy Plan

The Statewide Planning Section (SPS) is responsible for developing the plans and products that reflect the vision, direction, and goals of the Tennessee Department of Transportation, including the 25-Year State Long-Range Transportation Plan, corridor management studies, and other statewide planning initiatives that support the department's mission. 

MISSION

The mission of the SPS is to play an active role in planning transportation strategies that improve safety, increase mobility, and encourage economic development in Tennessee.

PRIMARY TASKS & OBJECTIVES

·     Promote Efficiency: Interstate Modernization, Multimodal Connectivity, Intelligent Transportation (ITS)

·     Increase Effectiveness: Maintain a State of Good Repair, System Safety

·     Emphasize Economic Competitiveness: Urban Opportunity, Rural Access, Primary Trade Corridors.

If you need any additional information, please contact us: 

Pamela Boyd-Walker | Manager
P: 629-246-9276
Email: Pamela L.Boyd-Walker@tn.gov

Jaret Shaffer| Team Lead
P:  629-243-8678
Email: Jaret.Shaffer@tn.gov

Herman Wright | Senior Technical Specialist
P:  615-585-8879
Email: Herman.Wright@tn.gov