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The city is seeking public feedback on the Austin Core Transportation Plan, a strategy aimed at enhancing transportation and mobility in and around downtown Austin that is currently under review by various city boards and commissions. The ACT Plan builds on previous initiatives and anticipates significant upcoming projects, such as I-35 Capital Express Central and Project Connect, to create a transportation framework for the downtown core. The public is encouraged to participate by providing feedback on the SpeakUp Austin website or by attending upcoming public meetings. The schedule for these presentations is as follows:

  • Small Area Planning Joint Committee: Feb. 5
  • Design Commission: Feb. 24
  • Planning Commission (Briefing): Feb. 25
  • Joint Sustainability Committee: Feb. 26
  • Urban Transportation Commission: March 4
  • Planning Commission (Recommendation): March 11
  • Council Mobility Committee: March 20

The ACT Plan is anticipated to be presented to City Council for adoption in spring 2025.

Chad Swiatecki is a 20-year journalist who relocated to Austin from his home state of Michigan in 2008. He most enjoys covering the intersection of arts, business and local/state politics. He has written...