In an ambitious drive to shape the future of transportation over the next decade, the Texas Department of Transportation has publicized the draft for its 2024 Unified Transportation Program (UTP). Scheduled for detailed public review, the proposed UTP carries an eye-catching budget of $100 billion – a staggering $15 billion increase over the 2023 version.
The paramount goal of the UTP projects is to enhance safety, combat congestion, maintain connectivity, and ensure the preservation of roadways for all Texas drivers. But the fruits of this plan extend far beyond roads. The UTP also seeks to address the needs of public transportation and boost connectivity for maritime, aviation, rail, freight and international trade, and even bicycle and pedestrian modes of commute.
As a part of their commitment to promoting inclusivity and driving benefit for all citizens, the public is being invited to learn more about the UTP and voice their opinions and ideas. A series of virtual public meetings and hearings will be hosted, the first on July 6, with a second session on July 25. Public opinions can be submitted beginning Friday, July 7, 2023, and this participatory window will remain open until Monday, Aug. 7, 2023.
For more information on how to participate in these sessions, follow this link. Original Article Link: https://www.recenter.tamu.edu/news/newstalk-texas/?Item=29436