UTC endorses maintenance funding priorities and hears TPW operating budget briefing After a TPW briefing on operations and revenue sources, the Urban Transportation Commission voted 7–0 to approve a draft recommendation asking that any increase in the transportation user fee prioritize sidewalk rehabilitation, urban trails maintenance and a dedicated vertical-safety maintenance crew (an $8.8 million increase above FY26 levels).

The Urban Transportation Commission just approved a bold $8.8 million plan to enhance safety and maintenance for Austin's sidewalks and urban trails!

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Mobility Committee reviews ACT Plan; staff recommends selective two‑way conversions while keeping some one‑way 'heavy lifters' Transportation staff presented the Austin Core Transportation (ACT) Plan, recommending targeted two‑way conversions downtown while retaining several one‑way 'heavy lifter' corridors (notably 5th and 6th) to preserve transit and cross‑town connections; Vice Chair Kadri circulated a motion sheet calling for more studies, curb management, and implementation steps.

Austin's bold new ACT Plan aims to transform downtown by balancing two-way street conversions with essential one-way corridors for safer, more connected transit.

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Austin Transportation Department unveils downtown mobility plan focusing on sustainable infrastructure Austin's new mobility plan prioritizes pedestrian and cyclist safety while reallocating road spaces.

Austin is set to transform downtown transportation with a groundbreaking plan that prioritizes safety and sustainability for all modes of travel.

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Austin bids farewell to transportation leader Carla Taylor after 16 impactful years Carla Taylor bids farewell after 16 impactful years at Austin's transportation department.

Austin bids a heartfelt farewell to Carla Taylor, a transformative leader whose 16 years of dedication reshaped the city's transportation landscape.

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