Area of Focus

Specific Actionable Step

Proposed Implementation Time

Metrics for Success

Regional Collaboration

Actively participate in Dallas Regional Mobility Coalition & Rockwall County Transportation Infrastructure Coalition meetings.

Ongoing (Meetings)

Consistent attendance record at coalition meetings.

Number of formal/informal meetings held with neighboring city leaders specifically on transportation.

Identification of at least one potential joint project or shared strategy.

Regional Collaboration

Initiate contact with mayors/leaders of surrounding cities to discuss shared transportation challenges and potential cooperative solutions.

Within first 6 months (Outreach)

Consistent attendance record at coalition meetings.

Number of formal/informal meetings held with neighboring city leaders specifically on transportation.

Identification of at least one potential joint project or shared strategy.

City Council Structure & Focus

Propose the creation of a new City Council subcommittee dedicated either to general transportation issues or specifically to the City's relationship with DART.

Within first 3 months

Proposal formally presented to City Council.

Council vote on establishing the subcommittee.

Subcommittee established and begins regular meetings (if approved).

Road Conditions & Maintenance

Advocate for continued and expanded funding/support for the in-house concrete and asphalt crews during budget discussions.

Ongoing (Budget Cycles & Policy Dev.)

Percentage of street maintenance budget allocated to in-house crews maintained or increased.

Formal adoption of updated street repair prioritization policies.

Tracked reduction in backlog of critical street repairs.

Positive trend in citizen satisfaction surveys regarding street conditions.

Road Conditions & Maintenance

Support council efforts to establish clear policies/criteria for prioritizing street repairs.

Ongoing (Budget Cycles & Policy Dev.)

Percentage of street maintenance budget allocated to in-house crews maintained or increased.

Formal adoption of updated street repair prioritization policies.

Tracked reduction in backlog of critical street repairs.

Positive trend in citizen satisfaction surveys regarding street conditions.

Road Conditions & Maintenance

Participate in council consensus discussions to advise the City Manager on desired sequencing for street projects, respecting operational authority.

Ongoing (Budget Cycles & Policy Dev.)

Percentage of street maintenance budget allocated to in-house crews maintained or increased.

Formal adoption of updated street repair prioritization policies.

Tracked reduction in backlog of critical street repairs.

Positive trend in citizen satisfaction surveys regarding street conditions.

Traffic Congestion

Advocate for ongoing funding of infrastructure improvements (road widening, intersection upgrades). Advocate for putting road construction funding propositions on the ballot. 

Ongoing

Completion of planned road widening/improvement projects on schedule.

Development/launch of city campaigns promoting alternative transport.

Measurable reduction in peak travel times on key corridors (long-term goal).

Traffic Congestion

Promote alternative transportation: actively encourage carpooling, walking, and bicycling through city communications and potential initiatives.

Ongoing

Completion of planned road widening/improvement projects on schedule.

Development/launch of city campaigns promoting alternative transport.

Measurable reduction in peak travel times on key corridors (long-term goal).

Traffic Congestion

Engage with DART (see DART section below) to enhance its appeal as an alternative.

Ongoing

Completion of planned road widening/improvement projects on schedule.

Development/launch of city campaigns promoting alternative transport.

Measurable reduction in peak travel times on key corridors (long-term goal).

Navigation & Flow

Support city staff evaluation and implementation of strategies like improved traffic signal coordination.

Ongoing (as projects arise)

Number of intersections with optimized signal timing.

Number of bottleneck points addressed through widening or dedicated lanes.

Reduction in citizen complaints regarding specific traffic flow issues or dead ends.

Navigation & Flow

Advocate for consideration of dedicated lanes (e.g., turn lanes) or road widening at known choke points during planning/budgeting.

Ongoing (as projects arise)

Number of intersections with optimized signal timing.

Number of bottleneck points addressed through widening or dedicated lanes.

Reduction in citizen complaints regarding specific traffic flow issues or dead ends.

Walkability & Sidewalks

Advocate during budget and planning sessions for prioritizing the construction of functional sidewalks connecting neighborhoods to retail, entertainment, and essential services, beyond just recreational trails.

Ongoing (Budget Cycles & Planning)

Number of new "functional" sidewalks constructed annually.

Increased budget allocation specifically for sidewalk connectivity projects.

Positive trend in citizen satisfaction surveys regarding walkability and sidewalk availability.

DART Relationship & Safety

Request regular meetings with Rowlett's DART board representative and DART leadership.

Within first 6 months & Ongoing

Documented meetings held with DART representatives/leadership.

Specific safety measures implemented by DART in response to advocacy.

Documented outcomes of negotiations regarding financial/service benefits.

Improved citizen perception and satisfaction regarding DART safety and value (via surveys).

DART Relationship & Safety

Clearly articulate citizen safety concerns to DART and advocate for specific, measurable improvements within Rowlett (e.g., increased security presence, better lighting).

Within first 6 months & Ongoing

Documented meetings held with DART representatives/leadership.

Specific safety measures implemented by DART in response to advocacy.

Documented outcomes of negotiations regarding financial/service benefits.

Improved citizen perception and satisfaction regarding DART safety and value (via surveys).

DART Relationship & Safety

Engage in negotiations/discussions with DART to maximize the financial and practical benefits Rowlett receives for its contribution (e.g., service levels, amenities).

Within first 6 months & Ongoing

Documented meetings held with DART representatives/leadership.

Specific safety measures implemented by DART in response to advocacy.

Documented outcomes of negotiations regarding financial/service benefits.

Improved citizen perception and satisfaction regarding DART safety and value (via surveys).