Livability News - Megaregion
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Texas real estate mag says demographics, desires are changing
Transit access will be key
As the demographics of Texas cities are changing and becoming more diverse, the market is demanding a greater variety of urban housing options.
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San Antonio looking to create streetcar system
Hope to begin in 2-3 years
City and county officials hope to mimic Portland's success and break ground within two to three years, although they admit there may be obstacles.
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Dallas neighborhood pursuing streetcar system
Oak Cliff teams with Ft. Worth
Oak Cliff residents are teaming with Fort Worth in an effort to get stimulus funds to build a two-mile streetcar line, the neighborhood's first since 1956.
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Arup, Morris to sponsor conference
Firms support megaregion event
Arup and Morris Architects to sponsor Megaregions + MetroProsperity Conference in Houston
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Vision North Texas to explore investment and development alternatives for region
Away from 'business as usual'
A regional dialogue event intends to bring North Texans together to talk about new approaches and better choices for the region's future and its people.
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Galveston County transit pilot project begins operations
Park and ride from mainland
As pre-Ike traffic problems return to Galveston Island along with rebounding employment, the City of Galveston is piloting a commuter park and ride service.
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TXDOT requests $1.9b for Texas T-bone HSR
$8b competitive stimulus funds
TXDOT has requested funding for a piecemeal set of projects that add up to a push in the T-bone direction.
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TxDOT to be extended two years without reforms
TxDOT extension approved
The department's sunset date will be extended to September 1, 2011, ensuring that TxDOT continues to function in its current form.
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Gov. Perry approves TxDOT rail bill
Creates long-term rail plan
The bill requires TxDOT to create a long-term rail plan and to coordinate the implementation of a statewide passenger rail system.
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Gov. Perry calls special session starting July 1
TxDOT renewal on agenda
The special session will deal with two transportation issues and the extension of five state agencies, including TxDOT.
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