The Technical Advisory Committee will meet on Friday, December 5, 2014 at 1:30 PM.

This meeting will be held at the MPO offices located at 825 S. St. Mary's Street, San Antonio, TX 78205.

The Bicycle Mobility Advisory Committee will not have a formal meeting in December.

The Pedestrian Mobility Advisory Committee will not have a formal meeting in December.

The Transportation Policy Board will hold a combined November and December meeting on Monday, December 8, 2014 starting at 1:30 PM at the VIA Metro Center located at 1021 San Pedro Avenue, San Antonio, TX 78212. You can read more about the December 8th meeting in the next article.

For meeting notices and packets, please click here to view our calendar.

All meeting packets and agendas are provided on the calendar once posted.

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Do you want to have a say on the programs like ride-sharing, bike-sharing and car-sharing?

Now is your chance, San Antonio!

The Texas Transportation Institute (TTI) is conducting focus groups in Texas metro areas to discuss the use of programs like ride-sharing, car-sharing, and bike-sharing. The TTI focus group for San Antonio will be on December 3, 2014.

Results will help TxDOT and its partners identify how to incorporate these programs into planning and mobility efforts.

If you're interested in participating in one of these focus groups, please complete an online questionnaire by clicking the link below.

If selected for the focus group, you'll receive $50 for your time and opinions!

TTI Dynamic Ride, Car and Bike Sharing Focus Groups

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Vendors and sponsors ranged from engineering companies to local governments, and everyone was able to interact with the advances in technology we all depend on each day.

"Since we started celebrating GIS Day in San Antonio over a decade ago the event has continued to grow," said Cecilio Martinez, Senior GIS and Web Analyst for the Alamo Area MPO and the Event Co-Coordinator. "This year's GIS day gave students the chance to see cutting edge technological applications applied in practical situations."

KSAT 12 and Fox 29, the ABC and Fox affiliates in San Antonio, respectively, were also on hand to cover this year's event.

Senior citizens who ride the bus to this year’s Raul Jimenez Thanksgiving Dinner will get an added treat: a free ride.

On Thanksgiving Day, November 27, VIA will allow people 55 years of age and older to ride free if they are going to or coming from the Jimenez Dinner in the Convention Center. The free rides are good for both regular line service and VIAtrans service for registered patrons. When boarding, riders will need to inform the bus or van operator that they are attending the dinner, and they will need to present identification with proof of age.

Seniors who want more information regarding routes and scheduling on Thanksgiving Day can call 362-2020.

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New ‘Roadcents’ Web app enables drivers to access vehicle maintenance tips via smartphone, computer

AUSTIN – As drivers take to the roads for holiday shopping and family visits, the Texas Department of Transportation offers its new “Roadcents” Web app to reduce air pollution and keep vehicles well-maintained.

“We talk a lot about air pollution caused by vehicles during the warm summer months, but it’s also important for people to drive clean during the busy winter travel season,” said Margo Richards, TxDOT Travel Information Division director. “Seemingly innocent habits, such as warming up a car by idling a few minutes or postponing vehicle maintenance, can have big impacts on winter air quality.”

As part of its “Drive Clean Texas” campaign, TxDOT’s “Roadcents” smartphone Web app helps drivers save money at the pump and keep their vehicles road-ready. Along with helpful hints for keeping vehicles operating efficiently, the “Roadcents” app offers tips for reducing tailpipe emissions that contribute to air pollution.

“Roadcents” also gives drivers the tools to track vehicle maintenance and calculate how much they can save by changing their driving and vehicle maintenance habits. Drivers can receive email alerts when their vehicles are scheduled for maintenance; find nearby auto repair facilities and gas stations; and get tips on what to do in case of a roadside breakdown or collision.

A vehicle in peak condition produces fewer emissions, reduces the chance of a roadside breakdown and improves gas mileage. That’s important considering the American Automobile Association estimates 90 percent of holiday travel occurs by automobile.

Drivers can save as much as $845 a year in gas by driving more sensibly and changing aggressive driving habits like speeding and rapid starts and stops. Also, regular oil and fuel filter changes can save motorists more than $100 in annual gas spending.

This fall, TxDOT teamed up with the Dallas Cowboys to support the “Drive Clean Texas” campaign by giving one lucky Texan a donated 2015 Ford Fusion SE Hybrid as part of the “Drive Clean Texas Roadcents Sweepstakes.” Texas drivers age 18 and older have until 11:59 p.m. on Dec. 9, 2014, to enter the hybrid car sweepstakes at roadcents.org. Three finalists will receive two tickets to the Dec. 21 football game between the Dallas Cowboys and Indianapolis Colts. The sweepstakes grand prize winner will be randomly selected on Dec. 21 before the game.

To use “Roadcents,” visit Roadcents.org, create an account and enter vehicle information.

The Texas Department of Transportation is responsible for maintaining 80,000 miles of road and for supporting aviation, rail, and public transportation across the state. TxDOT and its 12,000 employees are committed to working with others to provide safe and reliable transportation solutions for Texas by maintaining a safe system, addressing congestion, connecting Texas communities, and being a Best in Class state agency.

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