City Of Fort Worth: Provide Input On Regional Transportation Programs

Press release from City of Fort Worth:

March 10, 2022

The North Central Texas Council of Governments will host a hybrid virtual and in-person meeting to gain residents’ input on regional transportation initiatives.

The meeting will be at noon on Monday, March 14, at NCTCOG headquarters, 616 Sic Flags Drive in Arlington. Attend in person or watch the presentations live. A video recording will be made available afterward. To attend the meeting via phone, dial 855-925-2801 then code 6339.

These are the presentations:

Mobility 2045 Update. One of the primary responsibilities of a Metropolitan Planning Organization is the development and maintenance of a Metropolitan Transportation Plan. NCTCOG staff has initiated the development of an update to the current MTP, Mobility 2045, and will provide an overview and update on the timeline for the plan, including the plan’s official public comment period.

Autonomous Vehicles 2.2/2.3 Projects: Round 2. NCTCOG staff is seeking approval from the Regional Transportation Council for a second round of project proposals for the Automated Vehicle 2.2 and 2.3 programs. The first round of projects was approved in July 2021 as part of the larger Automated Vehicle 2.0 initiative. The purpose of AV2.0 is to deepen transportation innovation within the region, provide a level playing field for all communities to participate, and apply relevant technology solutions to transportation challenges in situations where the market may lag.

2023-2026 Transportation Improvement Program. The Transportation Improvement Program is a federally and state-mandated list of transportation projects with committed federal, State and local funding within a four-year period. Staff will present an overview of the Transportation Improvement Program development process and provide a draft list of active projects in the region.

Regional Parking Utilization Database. Does North Texas have too much parking? NCTCOG is launching a Regional Parking Utilization Database to study the demand and options for more efficient parking in the DFW region. This presentation will provide an overview of the project and request commercial property owners and managers to volunteer for the study.

Proposed Modifications to the List of Funded Projects. A comprehensive list of funded transportation projects through 2024 is maintained in the Transportation Improvement Program. Projects with committed funds from federal, State, and local sources are included in the Transportation Improvement Program. To maintain an accurate project listing, this document is updated on a regular basis and posted online for review and comment.

To request a free roundtrip ride between NCTCOG and the Trinity Railway Express CentrePort/DFW Airport Station, call 817-704-2510 or email at least 72 hours before the meeting.

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