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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: nctcogMar23@PublicInput.com
Phone: (855) 925-2801 (Enter code 6190)
Fax: (817) 640-3028
Mail: P.O. Box 5888, Arlington, Texas 76005-5888

PRESENTATION TOPICS

Additional information about these topics may be found below in the files tab near the bottom of the page.

Federal and Local Partnerships with Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) and City of Dallas
In recent months, NCTCOG staff has been working with DART and the City of Dallas on two funding partnerships intended to increase the amount of local funding available to the Regional Transportation Council to expedite projects and programs and to cash flow NCTCOG-implemented projects. Details of these partnerships will be presented.

COVID-19 Infrastructure Program Transit Partnership (Round 2) 
In November 2020, the Regional Transportation Council (RTC) approved $25 million in federal transportation funding to be utilized for transit improvements across the region. $14 million of specific improvements were approved by the RTC in March 2021. Details of the program and the projects being proposed for the remainder of the funding will be presented.

State Implementation Plan and Section 185 Requirements
As a result of the recent reclassifications of the Dallas-Fort Worth nonattainment area, upcoming State Implementation Plan (SIP) adoption by TCEQ will occur in April of 2024 for the 2008 standard, and November of 2023 for the 2015 standard. With the 2008 ozone standard’s change from “Serious” to “Severe,” the region may become subject to a federally required stationary source fee program. The annual fee program will be implemented as early as 2028 by the TCEQ, if the region fails to attain the 2008 ozone NAAQS by the end of 2026.

ONLINE REVIEW & COMMENT (NO PRESENTATION)

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: www.nctcog.org/mapyourexperience. 
 
Regional Smoking Vehicle Program (RSVP)
Since 2007, the RSVP has allowed North Central Texans to help improve air quality by anonymously reporting vehicles emitting visible smoke and pollution. Educational material and information on how to report a smoking vehicle is available upon request. More information: www.smokingvehicle.net.
 
Vehicle Incentive & Funding Opportunities
NCTCOG maintains a list of funding opportunities and incentives for projects that reduce air pollution from vehicles or help improve energy efficiency. Examples of projects include, but are not limited to, replacing older vehicles, purchasing new electric vehicles, or building alternative fuel infrastructure. Eligible recipients can include citizens as well as companies or fleets. More information: www.nctcog.org/aqfunding.   
 
Saving Money & Reducing Truck Emissions
The Saving Money and Reducing Truck Emissions (SMARTE) program is hosting a webinar series centered on helping local trucking industries learn more about ways to increase efficiency and sustainability for their company. More information: www.nctcog.org/SMARTE.
 
Engine Off North Texas
Engine Off North Texas strives to reduce unnecessary idling in our region. Local governments are encouraged to adopt idling restrictions or implement some form of an idle reduction strategy in their jurisdiction. Engine Off North Texas provides free outreach and educational materials, including regulatory signs to deter idling in cities with idling ordinances in place. More information: www.EngineOffNorthTexas.org.