TxDOT Freight Planning Permian Basin Traffic Management Strategies to Support Surface Freight
The Texas A&M Transportation Institute is conducting a survey for interested parties to provide feedback on the materials presented and ideas for improving freight mobility in the Permian Basin region. The survey is optional as well as all questions and should take 5-10 minutes to complete.
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The City of Midland and Midland County have partnered to develop a comprehensive Safety Action Plan. The purpose of this Plan is tied directly to the local Vision Zero Plan which will identify and prioritize roadway safety projects aimed at significantly reducing and eliminating serious injuries and fatal crashes on Midland's streets and county roads. Important roadway safety projects will be identified through data analysis, public feedback, and with assistance from a Vision Zero task force. Projects will include safety improvements to roadways, intersections, sidewalk and bicycle infrastructure, lighting improvements, and more.
Thank you for your commitment for making safer streets for all roadway users in Midland. Let your voice be heard by leaving feedback on our online survey and interactive map activity today!
MIDLAND SAFETY ACTION PLAN SURVEY
For drivers:
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Stop for pedestrians in crosswalks.
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When turning, yield the right of way to pedestrians.
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Be cautious when passing stopped buses or other vehicles.
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Pay attention and put your phone away, so you’re always prepared if pedestrians enter your path.
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Follow the posted speed limit and drive to conditions.​
For people walking:
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Cross the street only at intersections and crosswalks. Look left, right, then left again before crossing.
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Make eye contact with drivers before crossing. Don’t assume drivers see you.
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Follow all traffic and crosswalk signals.
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Use the sidewalk. If there isn’t one, walk on the left side of the road, facing oncoming traffic.
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When walking, put away electronic devices that take your eyes and ears off the road.
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Wear reflective materials or use a flashlight at night.
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“The Basin 20 initiative and its technology aims to provide travelers with the most current information to assist motorists make better travel decisions.”
The link to real-time information is: https://odessactis.southcentralus.cloudapp.azure.com/
For additional information contact Maryann Cedillo – maryann.cedillo@txdot.gov – 432 498 4746
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ANNOUNCEMENTS
PUBLIC HEARING FOR DRAFT FY 2025-2028 TIP
PERMIAN BASIN MPO
“Solving Midland and Odessa’s Transportation Challenges”
NOTICE OF RELEASE OF THE DRAFT FY 2025-2028 TRANSPORTATION IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM FOR PUBLIC REVIEW AND COMMENT
The Permian Basin MPO, a federal, state and locally recognized organization that addresses the region’s transportation planning priorities, will conduct a live and virtual Public Meeting on Monday May 20, 2024, at 9:00 am. The meeting link will be posted on the homepage of the website, www.permianbasinmpo.com. The purpose of this meeting is to receive public comments concerning a proposed FY 2025-2028 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP). The TIP is a short-term list of construction projects within the four-year defined period.
The MPO’s Public Participation Plan allows for public review and comment for a thirty-day period beginning on May 20, 2024, through June 18, 2024. Comments will assist MPO staff and the Policy Board with the planning decisions associated with the TIP. The draft document will be available for review on our website at permianbasinmpo.com. The document may also be found at the city secretary’s offices in Midland and Odessa, the public libraries in Midland and Ector County, Martin County courthouse, TxDOT Odessa District Office, and the Permian Basin MPO Office. Written comments from the public may be submitted through an email at info@permianbasinmpo.com, or by mail:
Permian Basin MPO
P. O. Box 60916
Midland, TX 79711
This public notice will satisfy the Program of Projects public participation requirement as part of the FTA’s Section 5307 funding grant. Para asistencia en español por favor llame a 432-617-0129.
On January 29th, 2024. The Policy Board met and signed the Performance Measures Resolution on Safety:
On January 29th, 2024. The Policy Board met and signed the 2025 UTP Resolution for inclusion of projects in the 2025 UTP:
UPCOMING EVENTS
VISUALIZE. PLAN. IMPLEMENT.
CONTACT PERMIAN BASIN MPO
432-617-0129
9601 Wright Dr. Ste 1
Midland, Texas 79711
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Mailing Address:
P.O. Box 60916
Midland, TX 79711