Comments relevant to and received during specific public comment periods are provided to the RTC in advance of any meetings where they are scheduled to take action on the relevant policy, plan or program. All comments received outside these formal public comment periods, regardless of the topic, are compiled into a monthly report and presented to the RTC in advance of its next regularly scheduled meeting. These comments are accessible to the public in the RTC meeting agendas, public meeting minutes and monthly comment reports on the NCTCOG website.

The NCTCOG Transportation Department is committed to ensuring a comprehensive public engagement process that allows all North Texans to provide their input on regional transportation and air quality initiatives. The NCTCOG Public Input Feedback Survey allows the organization to understand how members of the public prefer to receive information, identify issues that matter most to them and provide feedback. Complete the survey by clicking on the links provided below.

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Input from residents, local governments and the private sector impacts decisions about transportation and air quality policies, programs and plans for North Texas. After all, these decisions determine how North Texans live and travel in the 12-county Dallas-Fort Worth region. Input received is provided to the Regional Transportation Council. Comments or questions may be submitted on the specific items listed or other transportation and air quality topics.

 

Contact Us or Submit Comments and Questions

Email: nctcogNov24@PublicInput.com
Phone: (855) 925-2801 (Enter code 7348)
Fax: (817) 640-3028
Mail: P.O. Box 5888, Arlington, Texas 76005-5888

PRESENTATION TOPICS

Additional information about these topics will be found below in the files tab near the bottom of the page on November 11, 2024.


Transit 2.0: Initial Results Impacting Transportation Authorities
The North Central Texas Regional Transit 2.0: Planning for Year 2050 Study is being conducted by the consultants McKinsey & Company and InfraStrategies LLC. The study includes efforts to develop strategies for fostering partnerships and effective collaboration among transit authorities and city leaders throughout North Texas. Potential policy positions will be presented on how transportation authorities can evolve to meet regional needs in the future.

Mobility 2050: The Metropolitan Transportation Plan for North Central Texas
NCTCOG is working on the next long-range Metropolitan Transportation Plan (MTP). Staff have initiated the development of Mobility 2050 and will provide an overview of public input heard so far, financial planning and the project evaluation process. For more information, visit: nctcog.org/PlanInProgress.

511DFW Traveler Information System
511DFW is a traveler information system for the Dallas-Fort Worth region to provide data on roadway conditions, transit options and roadside assistance.  The system provides information in English and Spanish through the Mobile Application (for Android and iOS devices), at 511DFW.org, or by dialing 511 from a phone within the DFW region.  NCTCOG will provide an overview of the new system expected to go live in November 2024.

ONLINE REVIEW & COMMENT

Proposed Modifications to the List of Funded Projects
A comprehensive list of funded transportation projects through 2026 is maintained in the Transportation Improvement Program (TIP). Projects with committed funds from federal, State and local sources are included in the TIP. To maintain an accurate project listing, this document is updated on a regular basis and posted below in the files tab near the bottom of the page for review and comment.

RESOURCES & INFORMATION

Interactive Public Input: Map Your Experience
NCTCOG’s Transportation Department is accepting public input through an online map tool. Help plan for the future by letting us know how the region’s transportation system can better serve you. Share your transportation experience at: nctcog.org/mapyourexperience. 

Air Quality Programs and Funding Opportunities
NCTCOG has several regional air quality programs and initiatives to reduce air pollution in North Central Texas. In addition, funding opportunities and incentives are available for projects that reduce air pollution from vehicles and equipment or help improve energy efficiency. More information: publicinput.com/nctcogAQ.

Try Parking It
Try Parking It is a FREE commuter tracking and rideshare website, where commuters in the DFW area are incentivized for choosing an alternative trip than driving alone. If you ride a bike or walk, take a bus or rail, work from home, take your lunch to work, or even carpool or vanpool, you can earn points for your commutes. Create an account and redeem your points for over 2,500 rewards today on TryParkingIt.com. 

Business Engagement Program
Are you a business owner or an employee of a local business in the Dallas-Fort Worth region? Sign up for our department’s quarterly e-newsletter to stay informed on transportation and air quality initiatives that may impact you or your business: publicinput.com/nctcogbusiness.