In addition to the study benefits mentioned on the Homepage, our study seeks to understand and improve current and future transportation needs, support regional growth, enhance safety, promote sustainable development, and foster economic and community growth for the Westpark Tollway Corridor.
The benefits of the study include:
- Enhancing Safety and Efficiency:
- Improve the travel experience for everyone by finding ways to increase safety and efficiency, making your commute smoother and more secure.
- Deliver a comprehensive plan to improve safety, increase efficiency and mobility, minimize impacts on people and the environment, support existing communities, and encourage economic growth along the Westpark Corridor.
- Supporting Regional Growth:
- With Harris and Fort Bend Counties growing quickly, our study is essential to meet current and future mobility needs to support the region’s ongoing expansion.
- Economic and Community Benefits:
- Foster economic development and supporting the success of surrounding communities by ensuring the tollway is a positive driver of economic activity.
- Sustainable Development:
- The study recommendations aim to reduce human and environmental impacts, promote sustainable development that benefits existing communities, and preserve the environment.
- As part of our commitment to sustainable development, we are using the Institute for Sustainable Infrastructure (ISI) Envision Framework to guide us in our efforts.
- The Envision Framework is a holistic framework and rating system that enables a thorough examination of the sustainability and resiliency of all types of civil infrastructure.
- Collaborative Planning:
- HCTRA, METRO, the city of Houston, and Fort Bend County are committed to working together on the study to ensure your voice is heard no matter where you live within the corridor.
- This close collaboration will also ensure the study’s recommendations are representative of the needs of all communities, regardless of county lines.