General Info

The Minnesota Department of Transportation, founded in 1976, develops and implements policies, plans and programs for aeronautics, highways, motor carriers, ports, railroads and public transit systems. The department is responsible for the development of planning that concerns the water transportation and rehabilitation of commercial freight facilities. The Minnesota Department of Transportation also operates an office of aeronautics that provides technical and financial assistance to publicly owned airports. The department regulates limousines and building movers, as well as vehicles that transport senior citizens and disabled individuals. It works to enhance aviation safety through various programs, such as aviation flight safety seminars. The Minnesota Department of Transportation additionally works with planning organizations, government agencies, elected officials and community groups to develop transportation plans.