Press Release Archives
2023 - 2022
North Texas Public Agencies Team With NCTCOG to Leverage Technology to Reduce Freight Congestion
Regional benefits include improved traffic flow, reduced fuel costs, lower emissions
NCTCOG Awards Highlight Regional Collaboration and Excellence
Awards presented at Annual General Assembly meeting on June 14
North Central Texas Officials Elect New NCTCOG President, Executive Board at 2024 General Meeting
Collin County Judge Chris Hill to lead planning agency for the next year
NCTCOG Launches Public Input Opportunity on June 10
Residents are encouraged to submit comments and questions on proposed modifications to the FY2024 and FY2025 Unified Planning Work Program
Commit to Cleaner North Texas Air on June 7
Improve health, clean the air, take the pledge
NCTCOG to offer updates on high-speed rail, other planning efforts May 13
Public comments to be accepted until June 11
Bike Month Offers Students, Adults Multiple Opportunities to Embrace Active Transportation
North Texans of all ages encouraged to get active in May
Long-Range Planning, Efforts to Reconnect Communities to be Highlighted April 9
Public comments to be accepted until May 7
NCTCOG Presenting Recommended Forest Hill Drive Improvements on April 8
Public meeting gives residents chance to provide input on efforts to boost safety and reliability, decrease flooding
Campaign Encourages North Texans to Bike Walk and Drive Safely
21 tips can help people look out for one another on region’s roads
New Electric Vehicle Readiness Program Launches in Dallas-Fort Worth
Pilot Program Preceding National EV Program Expansion
Public Input Sought in Study of Transit Needs in 76104 ZIP Code
Residents invited to public meeting March 25
Neighborhood Access and Equity Grant Program Awards NCTCOG $80 Million
Money to be used to reconnect communities and address historical inequities
NCTCOG to Present Transportation Recommendations for Fair Park Area on March 19
Meeting gives residents another chance to provide input on connecting historic areas
Rolling Toward Safety: NCTCOG Launches Bike & Roll to School Day Promotion
Bike & Roll to School Day is May 8, highlighting safe routes to school
NCTCOG to Highlight Broadband, Vehicle Infrastructure Efforts at March 11 Public Meeting
Public comments to be accepted until April 9
NCTCOG Hires McKinsey, InfraStrategies to Lead Strategic Assessment of Transit in Dallas-Fort Worth
Consultants to help NCTCOG expand public transportation footprint to serve region of the future
NCTCOG to post information on planned projects, strategic partnerships and Safe Routes to School
NCTCOG to Present Recommendations to Improve Transportation Between Downtown Dallas and Fair Park
Online mapping activity to open to residents following the meeting
2024 MLB All-Star Game, 2026 World Cup among events coming to region
Public Meetings to Gather Community Input on Air Quality Improvement Plan Resume Jan. 8
$1 million allocated to improve regional air quality through grant program
Public Input Opportunity Opening to Residents on Dec. 11
Comments being accepted on 2023 Ozone season, National Drive Electric Week and more
Texas High-Speed Rail Projects Receive Additional Planning Funds
Federal government includes Fort Worth-to-Houston project in Corridor ID Program
NCTCOG Seeking Public Input for Air Quality Improvement Plan
Open houses to be hosted on Dec. 4 and Dec. 12
Residents Can Provide Input Online About Transportation Topics Starting Nov. 13
Public comment to be accepted through Dec. 12
DFW Clean Cities Recognizes Fleets for Contributions to Air Quality
7 entities earn the top award for efforts to improve air quality
NCTCOG to Highlight Region’s Long-Range Transportation Plan and Ongoing Air Quality Efforts Oct. 9
Public will hear update on grant to improve region’s air quality, reduce greenhouse gases
Celebrate Active Transportation Oct. 4 by Walking to School
Approximately 100 area schools plan to participate in annual event
Celebrate National Drive Electric Week Oct. 1 in Fort Worth
Come learn about and test drive EVS in a fun, low-pressure environment
Residents, commuters, employers invited to attend Sept. 26 meeting, participate in survey
TEXpress Lanes Offer Better Reliability, Peak-Period Discounts on Some DFW Roadways
TEXpress drivers who sign up through GoCarma smartphone app can receive a 50% discount when carpooling during peak hours
NCTCOG Seeks Public Input Regarding Transportation Links from Fair Park to Downtown Dallas
Residents’ participation encouraged to help shape historic area’s future
EPA Grant Program Could Provide Funding to Help DFW Air Quality
NCTCOG working with local governments to develop plan to reduce greenhouse gases
Public Invited to Provide Input on Drone Safety Program, Transit Funding Sept. 11
NCTCOG’s September hybrid public meeting highlights collaborative efforts throughout the region
NCTCOG Beginning Transportation Study of Forest Hill Drive
Sept. 6 public meeting gives residents chance to provide input that could steer efforts to improve reliability, reduce congestion, decrease flooding
NCTCOG Hosting 4 High-Speed Transportation Open House Opportunities Beginning Aug. 29
Planners will address components of Phase 2 of DFW corridor study
Partnerships Key to Moving High-Speed Rail Toward Completion
NCTCOG study examines opportunities to bring high-speed service to region, connect riders to Houston
NCTCOG to Host Online Input Opportunity Beginning July 10
Residents can watch presentations, and provide questions and comments about transportation initiatives through Aug.8
Coast-to-Coast EV Road Trip Headed to Arlington on Monday
Tour of 33 cities in 25 states aims to show range of electric vehicles
Fort Worth’s Bivens to Lead Regional Transportation Council for the Next Year
Dallas County’s Jenkins, Johnson County’s Bailey also named officers
NCTCOG to Highlight Efforts to Improve Quality of Life at June 12 Public Meeting
Public comment available until July 11
Commit to a Better North Texas on Clean Air Action Day
Improve health, clean the air, take the pledge
North Texans Encouraged to Bicycle to Work, Other Places in May
Bike Month offers many opportunities to support active transportation
NCTCOG to Highlight Transportation, Air Quality Projects at April Hybrid Public Meeting
High-speed rail corridor project update to be provided
NCTCOG Provides 21 Free Drone Workshops to the Public on YouTube
Sessions encourage education, awareness, and skill development
NCTCOG Encourages Input on Various Transportation Projects at March Hybrid Public Meeting
COVID-19 infrastructure, air quality and DART partnerships to be discussed
NCTCOG to Host Public Meetings to Discuss Filling Gaps in Regional Transit System
Meetings to seek input on studies that could boost connectivity in eastern counties.
Hybrid Public Meeting to Provide Safety, Conformity Updates Feb. 6
Public comments accepted on transportation planning topics until March 7
DART, TRE Start 2023 with Survey to Gauge Demand, Meet Needs
Bus, rail, on-demand passengers asked to provide input to improve system
Region’s Transportation-AQ Balance Receives Federal Approval
Long-range plan to improve transportation system may proceed
Dallas-Fort Worth Bicycle-Pedestrian Projects Awarded $55 million
December 12, 2022 - Enhancements will improve safety and access to schools, major employment centers
NCTCOG Welcomes Input on Transportation Planning at Dec. 12 Hybrid Meeting
December 7, 2022 - Public comments accepted through Jan. 10
NCTCOG to Seek Input on Bike-Pedestrian Funding on Nov. 7
November 3, 2022 - Comments on transportation planning, other initiatives accepted through Dec. 6
DFW Clean Cities Recognizes Fleets for Contributions to Air Quality
November 1, 2022 - 8 entities earn the top award for efforts to improve air quality.
NCTCOG to Offer Online Public Input Opportunity Starting Oct. 10
October 10, 2022 - Comments on planning initiatives, car care awareness accepted through Nov. 8
Find an Active Way to Get to School Oct. 12
October 3, 2022 - Walk to School Day highlights importance of safety for students across North Texas
Transit Providers to Survey Riders to Gauge Demand, Meet Needs
September 30, 2022 - Bus, rail, microtransit passengers across the region asked to provide input to improve system
Public Invited to Celebrate Electric Vehicles on Oct. 2
September 27, 2022 - Annual event to feature festival-like atmosphere, opportunity to experience EVs
NCTCOG Launches Transit Study for Eastern Dallas, Kaufman, Rockwall Counties
September 15, 2022 - Public input is needed at virtual public meeting to enhance area mobility
NCTCOG to Host Hybrid Public Meeting Sept. 12
September 7, 2022 - Roadway safety, funding opportunities among topics to be discussed
Residents’ Input Requested on Transit Needs for Denton County
September 1, 2022 - NCTCOG hosts public meeting Sept. 8 in Denton
NCTCOG to Share Updates on Transportation Projects at Aug. 8 Public Meeting
August 4, 2022 - Public comments accepted through Sept. 6
NCTCOG Awarded Grant to Study Transit Options for 76104 ZIP Code
August 2, 2022 - Area of Fort Worth has lowest life expectancy in state
Clean Air Action Day is Aug. 3; Take the Pledge
July 28, 2022 - Take steps toward improving the region’s air quality
Be a Trailblazer: Choose Between Two Proposed Names and Logos for Regional Trail
June 13, 2022 - North Texans asked to help brand bicycle-pedestrian corridor connecting 5 cities
Collin County Commissioner Duncan Webb Elected Chair of RTC
June 9, 2022 - Fort Worth’s Bivens, Dallas County’s Jenkins also named officers
NCTCOG to Share Transportation Planning Updates at June 13 Public Meeting
June 8, 2022 - Public comments accepted through July 12
Bike to Work Week Kicks off May 16
May 5, 2022 - North Texans encouraged to participate in the national effort to support active transportation
NCTCOG to Discuss Mobility Plan Update, Funding Recommendations at Public Meeting May 9
May 5, 2022 - Public comments accepted through June 7
N. Texans Can Help Name and Brand Regional Trail
April 26, 2022 - 60-plus-mile path through heart region will connect 5 cities
NCTCOG, State and Federal Partners Work to Improve Roadway Safety in April
April 11, 2022 - Importance of safety underscored during Distracted Driving Awareness Month
NCTCOG to Highlight Planning, Funding, Awareness Initiatives at Public Meeting April 11
April 6, 2022 - Comments accepted online through May 10
Special Transit Service Available for WrestleMania 38
March 30, 2022 - Fans can use TRE, shuttle buses Saturday and Sunday to get to event
NCTCOG to Resume In-Person Outreach in April
March 28, 2022 - Public can visit with staff about transportation, air quality matters
NCTCOG, Denton County AgriLife to Discuss Land Preservation With Horse Farm Owners
March 16, 2022 - Red River Equine Summit set for April 2 in Ponder
NCTCOG to Discuss Mobility Plan Update, Proposed AV Projects at Hybrid Public Meeting March 14
March 9, 2022 - Public comments accepted through April 12.
NCTCOG to Highlight Education, Workforce Development in Virtual Meeting for Automated Transportation
February 18, 2022 - Planning program to host panel discussion focused on community engagement in education
NCTCOG to Host Hybrid Public Meeting Feb. 7
February 2, 2022 - Comments accepted online through March 8