Regional Transportation Council forms subcommittee to address transit challenges in Metroplex

The Collin County Regional Transportation Council convened on July 14, 2025, to discuss pressing transportation issues, particularly focusing on transit solutions in light of anticipated population growth in the metroplex. Commissioner Webb opened the meeting by summarizing the previous discussions on the Transit 2 study, which had dominated the agenda for two consecutive months.

The council reviewed various action items, but notably rejected a proposal for additional consulting work related to transit. Instead, they decided to establish a subcommittee aimed at addressing the more straightforward recommendations from the Transit 2 study. This subcommittee will consist of representatives from the three transit agencies, as well as members and non-members of these agencies.

A significant concern raised during the meeting was the projected doubling of the metroplex's population from 8 million to 16 million. Commissioner Webb emphasized that the current transportation infrastructure would be inadequate to handle such growth, stating that building more freeways and roadways is not a viable solution. The council recognized the need for a comprehensive transit system that serves both urban municipalities and rural areas.

The next steps involve drafting policies that encourage participation in transit systems, with a focus on implementing the low-hanging fruit recommendations from the Transit 2 study. A recommendation for the formation of the subcommittee is expected to be presented in the following month, marking a proactive approach to enhancing transit solutions in Collin County.