Topic of the Month


May 2025 Topic of the Month: Bicycling in DFW

Spotlighting transportation themes in North Central Texas each month

This infographic reads "Bicycling regularly strengthens your heart and lungs, improving blood circulation and reducing the risk of cardiovascular disorders. Where will you bike today?". It features three distinct panels. The first, labeled "BIKE FOR FUN," shows two individuals riding bicycles on a paved trail alongside a grassy area and buildings, with text indicating "Enjoy more than 1,000 miles of trails throughout DFW." The second panel, "BIKE TO WORK," depicts a person wearing a bright yellow-green helmet and reflective vest riding a bicycle with panniers in a parking lot, accompanied by the text "Wearing reflective equipment helps keep you visible when you bike to work." The third panel, "BIKE TO SCHOOL," shows three young people wearing helmets and riding bicycles on a sidewalk in a residential area, with the text "Bicycling can be a healthy (and fun!) way to get to and from school." Overall, the image encourages bicycling for recreation, commuting, and school transportation, emphasizing the health benefits and safety considerations within the Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW) area.

Previous Months

April

An Eye on Transportation Safety

The image is a composite illustrating "An Eye On: Roadway Safety" and "The Four E's of Safety." Panel 1 shows a nighttime highway scene with flashing lights from what appears to be emergency or construction vehicles, emphasizing engineering for safer roads. Panel 2 depicts a law enforcement officer in sunglasses interacting with a driver inside a car, representing enforcement of traffic laws. Panel 3 displays a social media post with the message "DRIVE DRUNK OR HIGH Get a DUI or worse," alongside imagery of people being arrested and a wrecked car, highlighting education on the dangers of impaired driving. Panel 4 shows a young boy hugging a firefighter, symbolizing emergency response. To the right, text explicitly lists "The Four E's of Safety" as Engineering, Enforcement, Education, and Emergency Response, further stating that these are essential for improving the safety of the regional transportation system.
March


March 2025 Topic of the Month: Sustainable Development

Main Street, Crowley
Reconstructed Main Street in Crowley with enhancements such as bicycle lanes, roundabouts, and landscaping
Reconstructed Main Street in Crowley with enhancements such as bicycle lanes, roundabouts, and landscaping.

Lake Highlands Trail
Intersection improvements and bike connection to support transit-oriented development at Lake Highlands Town Center in Dallas
Intersection improvements and bike connection to support transit-oriented development at Lake Highlands Town Center in Dallas.

Old Town Lewisville
Wayne Ferguson Plaza development and improvement of pedestrian infrastructure in Historic Downtown Lewisville
Wayne Ferguson Plaza development and improvement of pedestrian infrastructure in Historic Downtown Lewisville.

February


FEBRUARY 2025 TOPIC OF THE MONTH: THE PEOPLE IN TRANSPORTATION

 

A Transportation Committee
The Regional Transportation Council plays a crucial role in advancing transportation in Dallas-Fort Worth.

 

A group of government professional planners gathered around a table.
Transportation planners have been essential in the creation of efficient and sustainable solutions to the region's growing needs.

 

Government representatives from around the region at a luncheon.

 

 

 

To further the transportation goals of NCTCOG, we partner with local and regional cities, counties, federal agencies and transit providers.

 

Residents reviewing a map at a public meeting.
The input of residents, local governments and the private sector is valuable to the planning process. North Texans are encouraged to share their ideas with us.

 

January

JANUARY 2025 TOPIC OF THE MONTH: INNOVATION

 

High Speed Rail
Working to link a Dallas-Fort Worth to Houston, high-speed network in Texas to provide traffic-free access between our Metropolitan areas.

High speed Train

 

Multimodal Delivery
Partnering with local stakeholders to test use of autonomous electric delivery vehicles to provide food to Arlington residents in need.

A robotic food delivery vehicle

 

Modern Gondolas
Modern overhead gondola system developed by Whoosh could revolutionize how we move people in dense areas of North Texas.

Gondola car