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: nctcogMar25@PublicInput.com
Phone: (855) 925-2801 (Enter code 11112)
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 March 10, 2025.
 

Mobility 2050: The Metropolitan Transportation Plan for North Central Texas
NCTCOG is developing Mobility 2050, the region’s next long-range Metropolitan Transportation Plan (MTP). This plan will guide transportation investments and address regional needs through 2050. Staff will provide an update on the plan’s progress and next steps. For more information, visit: nctcog.org/PlanInProgress.

Start of the 2025 Ozone Season
March 1st marks the beginning of the 2025 ozone season for North Central Texas nonattainment areas. The region remains in nonattainment for both the 2008 and 2015 National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) for ozone. An update will be provided on overall regional air quality, including measures put in place to reduce emissions.

Title VI Program Update for 2025
As a recipient of federal funding, the North Central Texas Council of Governments (NCTCOG) is required to maintain a Title VI Program and complete review and update of it every three years. Title VI is a component of the Civil Right Act of 1964 and identifies actions NCTCOG takes to ensure non-discrimination based on race, color and national origin. Staff will highlight specific updates to NCTCOG’s 2025 Title VI Program.
NOTE* 45 day comment period for this topic ends Wednesday, April 23 at 11:59 PM.

Funding Recommendations to Upgrade Existing EV Charging Stations
In January 2025, the North Central Texas Council of Governments (NCTCOG) was awarded approximately $3.6 million in federal funds from the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) Electric Vehicle Charger Reliability and Accessibility Accelerator program to repair, replace or upgrade existing but non-operational and publicly accessible electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure. Staff have evaluated the list of eligible locations as provided by FHWA and developed funding recommendations to issue subawards under this program.

ONLINE REVIEW & COMMENT 

Transit 2.0: Initial Draft Reports
The North Central Texas Regional Transit 2.0: Planning for Year 2050 Study includes developing strategies for fostering partnerships and effective collaboration amongst North Texas transit authorities and city leaders. In advance of final Transit 2.0 recommendations, the following draft reports are posted below in the files tab near the bottom of the page for review and comment:

  • Task 3 Draft Report: Develop Strategies to Increase Transit Authority Membership
  • Task 4 Draft Report: Initiate Collaboration Between Existing Transit Authorities

Regional Transit Partnerships and Federal Discretionary Grant Funding Update
An update on regional transit partnership projects, including FY2020 BUILD Grant North Texas MOVES projects. Updates include funding requests for Victory Station Pedestrian Crossing, Trinity Railway Express (TRE) Signal Improvements and Silver Line Construction. More information is 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 and 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. 

Access North Texas
Access North Texas is the regional public transportation coordination plan for the 16-county North Central Texas area. The plan, which is updated every 4 years, documents the transportation needs of older adults, individuals with disabilities, and individuals with lower incomes across the region. To help with the 2026 update process, complete the public survey at www.AccessNorthTexas.org. (The survey will close in April 2025.)