Our Work

The Public Works, Transportation Engineering Division plans and operates a multi-modal transportation system with safe and convenient choices for walking, bicycling, driving and using transit, through local actions, and in coordination with regional and state transportation agencies.  Our work is guided by a Mobility Action Plan approved in March 2019 and a newly formed Mobility Commission.

Safety (Vision Zero)

Safety for all users of the City’s transportation is our highest priority goal.  With the City Council’s approval of a Vision Zero policy in 2015, Fremont has been an early adopter of this “safe systems” approach which seeks to eliminate the occurrence of traffic fatalities and significantly reduce severe injuries from traffic crashes.  We are making good progress as the number of major traffic crashes have dropped by 30% in the past four years.   

The City has approximately 220 traffic signals that manage the safe and orderly movement of traffic. Fremont has embarked on a signal modernization program to improve overall system efficiency, and to accommodate new and emerging technologies supporting “smart mobility.”                                                                                                                                                              

Regional Plans and Projects

Fremont plays an active role in the planning and delivery of regional projects and programs that serve our community – ranging from transit enhancements to freeway improvements.    Our many partners in this regard include the Alameda County Transportation Commission (Alameda CTC), BART, Caltrans, and AC Transit.