RICHMOND, VA – February 2, 2026
The Virginia Department of Rail and Public Transportation (DRPT) is proud to welcome Allan Fye as Chief Deputy Director. Fye brings more than 20 years of experience in the transit industry, with a career focused on policy development, strategic planning, and coordination across local, regional, state, and federal levels.
“Allan is a highly respected transit leader with a strong track record of turning strategy into action,” said DRPT Director Mariia Zimmerman. “His experience working across agencies and all levels of government will strengthen our ability to deliver projects efficiently and thoughtfully. I value his collaborative leadership style and look forward to working closely with him as we advance DRPT’s priorities.”
Fye most recently served as a Senior Director at the Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority, where he led strategic planning for passenger rail in Southern California. In that role, he oversaw long-range planning efforts and worked closely with regional, state, and federal partners to advance major rail initiatives.
Earlier in his career, Fye held several leadership roles in Virginia, including positions with the City of Alexandria and the Northern Virginia Transportation Commission (NTVC). His work included planning for high-capacity bus rapid transit corridors in Alexandria, overseeing capital investment projects, modernizing transportation demand management efforts, and supporting the growth and development of NVTC’s Commuter Choice program. The program is a partnership with DRPT, the Virginia Department of Transportation, and the Commonwealth Transportation Board that invests toll revenues into multimodal transportation improvements across Northern Virginia.
“Stepping into this role is a meaningful opportunity to serve the Commonwealth and contribute to work that directly impacts people’s daily lives,” said Fye. “DRPT plays a critical role in shaping how Virginians move, and I am excited to support the agency’s efforts to deliver practical, forward-looking transportation solutions in partnership with communities across the state.”
As Chief Deputy Director, Fye will support DRPT’s mission to plan, fund, and deliver a balanced, multimodal transportation system that meets Virginia’s growing and evolving needs through collaboration, innovation, and strategic investment.
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