Transportation leaders carry a responsibility that goes far beyond building...

State DOTs are under increasing pressure to do more with less, balancing tight budgets with rising public expectations. In 2024, North Carolina became the latest state to privatize its directional signing (LOGO) program, creating a roadmap for others to follow. Governor Roy Cooper signed House Bill 199 requiring NCDOT to contract with a private vendor to run the entire program – from sign acquisition and installation to customer service and…