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In our last question topic, we’re highlighting how Precinct 2 candidates plan to prioritize CTRMA toll revenues. Scroll through to see a summary of their ideas, and be sure to check out the full questionnaire responses for a deeper dive. Thank you again to the candidates for participating!

The Question: The Central Texas Regional Mobility Authority (CTRMA) is an independent governmental tolling agency, operating in Travis and Williamson counties. While tolling revenues may be spent on any type of transportation project, to date, CTRMA’s investments have focused primarily on highway projects. How do you think CTRMA should spend its tolling revenues moving forward?

Today we’re highlighting the Travis County Commissioners Precinct 2 candidates’ responses to our question about how CAMPO can do better. Scroll through to see the highlights, and stay tuned for future highlights from the questionnaire. You can see the candidates’ full responses through the link in our bio.

The question: The Capital Area Metropolitan Planning Organization (CAMPO) determines how federal transportation funds are allocated in the Austin region. Travis County is represented on CAMPO’s Transportation Policy Board by three County Commissioners and one additional county appointee. How should Travis County Commissioners use their roles on the CAMPO board to shape regional transportation outcomes? What changes, if any, would you support to CAMPO’s policies, processes, or governance structure?

Travis County Commissioners are gearing up for their primary elections 🗳, and we're excited to share insights from our candidate questionnaire! A huge thank you to all the candidates who took the time to share their perspectives on the future of transportation in Travis County.

Today, we're spotlighting the responses from Precinct 2 candidates to our question about transportation and roadway investments. We believe understanding their vision is crucial as we approach the primary election. Scroll through to see a summary of their key ideas, and be sure to check out the full questionnaire responses for a deeper dive.

The question: In the 2023 Travis County transportation bond, the majority of funding was allocated to roadway expansions. Rethink35 and other organizations, businesses, and leaders have opposed such expansions as merely encouraging more driving, doing little or nothing for congestion, and worsening pollution and safety.
What are your views on roadway expansions?
How should Travis County prioritize investments across roadway projects, public transit, active transportation (walking and biking) in future bonds?