Grass Roots and Technical Process Creating Policy Foundation Policy Direction Public Involvement and Government Relations Technical Foundation The Transportation Department management style is for the department director to delegate to senior management staff. RTC members are welcome to work with the manager or the director. The Regional Transportation Council is the policy body that provides final approval for regional transportation activities. The Executive Board is the fiduciary agent. The Public Participation Plan guides activities to inform, educate and engage diverse audiences in planning for transportation and improving air quality and looks to include a wide variety of in-person and online opportunities for the public and stakeholders. In addition, the Texas Legislature and US Congress address transportation legislation, and this program monitors those actions and updates the Regional Transportation Council. Model and Data Development program area staff develop demographic forecasts, travel models, data products and conducts travel surveys. These analytical products are utilized for transportation planning, operation, conformity and policy analyses. Michael Morris, Director of Transportation - (817) 695-9241 Arash Mirzaei, Senior Program Manager - (817) 695-9261 Amanda Wilson, Program Manager - (817) 695-9284
Coordinated Integration of Planning for Transportation Systems Transportation and Freight Planning Transportation Technology Transit Planning and Operations Sustainable Development/Gentrification Transportation planning activities include developing the region’s long-range transportation plan, performing corridor and subarea studies, and assisting local governments with transportation planning needs. Transit Management staff coordinates with transit providers in the region to plan, develop and implement projects that create seamless, efficient, and accessible public transportation services. Transportation technology activities include preparing the region for increasingly automated vehicles, encouraging multi-occupant shared mobility and developing the next generation transportation data infrastructure. Sustainable Development looks at the connection between land use, transportation, and development. Programs include bicycle and pedestrian planning, economic development, housing, transit-oriented development, community schools and transportation planning, green infrastructure, and urban design which all play a part in livable communities. Regional freight planning efforts assess the impact of truck traffic, rail freight, and other freight movement issues within and through the DFW region, including the collection and analysis of data pertaining to freight mobility and safety. Dan Lamers, Senior Program Manager - (817) 695-9263 Shannon Stevenson, Senior Program Manager - (817) 608-2304 Tom Bamonte, Senior Program Manager - (817) 704-5604 Karla Weaver, Senior Program Manager - (817) 608-2376 Kevin Feldt, Program Manager - (817) 704-2529 Jeff Hathcock, Program Manager - (817) 608-2354
Comprehensive Project and Program Delivery: Product of Planning Air Quality Transportation Projects and Program Selection Congestion Management Streamlined Project Delivery and System Operation North Central Texas does not meet federal air quality standards and consequently, federal and State procedures are required in order for projects identified in the transportation plan to proceed for implementation. In response, a variety of air quality activities occur to ensure these requirements are met. Project programming includes the selection, funding, tracking, and implementation of projects. It also includes project assistance in the early stages of development. Congestion Management and Systems Operations uses a strategic approach to identify transportation deficiencies and implements low-cost improvements compatible with adjacent land uses. This includes operational and travel demand reduction improvements, safety, security, managed lanes, and aviation. Project Delivery expedites project implementation, accelerating permits, reviews and approvals. Chris Klaus, Senior Program Manager - (817) 695-9286 Christie Gotti, Senior Program Manager - (817) 608-2338 Natalie Bettger, Senior Program Manager - (817) 695-9280 Jeff Neal, Senior Program Manager - (817) 608-2345
Agency Accountability, Fiscal Discipline and Funding Innovation Unified Planning Work Program Fiscal Management Risk Management Legal Services The Work Program is the instrument for coordinating metropolitan transportation and air quality planning activities in North Central Texas. It describes planning efforts in the North Central Texas region over a two-year period. The Fiscal Management program area provides support to transportation project managers for grant and contract coordination needs, related to financial tracking and reporting, and documentation of compliance activities. Fiscal Management includes coordination with external funding partners and internal accounting processes. Legal staff develops agreements and procurement materials for legal sufficiency and compliance with federal and State requirements. Innovative funding protocols are secured. Required risk assessment processes are also performed. Dan Kessler, Assistant Director of Transportation - (817) 695-9248 Ken Kirkpatrick, Counsel for Transportation - (817) 695-9278 Vickie Alexander, Program Manager - (817) 695-9242 Dawn Dalrymple, Program Manager - (817) 608-2319
Grass Roots and Technical Process Creating Policy Foundation Policy Direction Public Involvement and Government Relations Technical Foundation The Transportation Department management style is for the department director to delegate to senior management staff. RTC members are welcome to work with the manager or the director. The Regional Transportation Council is the policy body that provides final approval for regional transportation activities. The Executive Board is the fiduciary agent. The Public Participation Plan guides activities to inform, educate and engage diverse audiences in planning for transportation and improving air quality and looks to include a wide variety of in-person and online opportunities for the public and stakeholders. In addition, the Texas Legislature and US Congress address transportation legislation, and this program monitors those actions and updates the Regional Transportation Council. Model and Data Development program area staff develop demographic forecasts, travel models, data products and conducts travel surveys. These analytical products are utilized for transportation planning, operation, conformity and policy analyses. Michael Morris, Director of Transportation - (817) 695-9241 Arash Mirzaei, Senior Program Manager - (817) 695-9261 Amanda Wilson, Program Manager - (817) 695-9284
Coordinated Integration of Planning for Transportation Systems Transportation and Freight Planning Transportation Technology Transit Planning and Operations Sustainable Development/Gentrification Transportation planning activities include developing the region’s long-range transportation plan, performing corridor and subarea studies, and assisting local governments with transportation planning needs. Transit Management staff coordinates with transit providers in the region to plan, develop and implement projects that create seamless, efficient, and accessible public transportation services. Transportation technology activities include preparing the region for increasingly automated vehicles, encouraging multi-occupant shared mobility and developing the next generation transportation data infrastructure. Sustainable Development looks at the connection between land use, transportation, and development. Programs include bicycle and pedestrian planning, economic development, housing, transit-oriented development, community schools and transportation planning, green infrastructure, and urban design which all play a part in livable communities. Regional freight planning efforts assess the impact of truck traffic, rail freight, and other freight movement issues within and through the DFW region, including the collection and analysis of data pertaining to freight mobility and safety. Dan Lamers, Senior Program Manager - (817) 695-9263 Shannon Stevenson, Senior Program Manager - (817) 608-2304 Tom Bamonte, Senior Program Manager - (817) 704-5604 Karla Weaver, Senior Program Manager - (817) 608-2376 Kevin Feldt, Program Manager - (817) 704-2529 Jeff Hathcock, Program Manager - (817) 608-2354
Comprehensive Project and Program Delivery: Product of Planning Air Quality Transportation Projects and Program Selection Congestion Management Streamlined Project Delivery and System Operation North Central Texas does not meet federal air quality standards and consequently, federal and State procedures are required in order for projects identified in the transportation plan to proceed for implementation. In response, a variety of air quality activities occur to ensure these requirements are met. Project programming includes the selection, funding, tracking, and implementation of projects. It also includes project assistance in the early stages of development. Congestion Management and Systems Operations uses a strategic approach to identify transportation deficiencies and implements low-cost improvements compatible with adjacent land uses. This includes operational and travel demand reduction improvements, safety, security, managed lanes, and aviation. Project Delivery expedites project implementation, accelerating permits, reviews and approvals. Chris Klaus, Senior Program Manager - (817) 695-9286 Christie Gotti, Senior Program Manager - (817) 608-2338 Natalie Bettger, Senior Program Manager - (817) 695-9280 Jeff Neal, Senior Program Manager - (817) 608-2345
Agency Accountability, Fiscal Discipline and Funding Innovation Unified Planning Work Program Fiscal Management Risk Management Legal Services The Work Program is the instrument for coordinating metropolitan transportation and air quality planning activities in North Central Texas. It describes planning efforts in the North Central Texas region over a two-year period. The Fiscal Management program area provides support to transportation project managers for grant and contract coordination needs, related to financial tracking and reporting, and documentation of compliance activities. Fiscal Management includes coordination with external funding partners and internal accounting processes. Legal staff develops agreements and procurement materials for legal sufficiency and compliance with federal and State requirements. Innovative funding protocols are secured. Required risk assessment processes are also performed. Dan Kessler, Assistant Director of Transportation - (817) 695-9248 Ken Kirkpatrick, Counsel for Transportation - (817) 695-9278 Vickie Alexander, Program Manager - (817) 695-9242 Dawn Dalrymple, Program Manager - (817) 608-2319