Summary
Updates from TxDOT and the MPO covered major highway construction projects and current grant efforts, including PROTECT grant initiatives and travel demand modeling. These efforts directly influence local traffic flow, safety, and infrastructure funding.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 5
- Last 30 days
- 1
Discussed at 2 meetings in the last 60 days; most recently Oct 15, 2026.
Impact analysis
Involves multi-million dollar highway construction projects and federal grant funding.
Drivers and public transit users benefiting from improved roadway infrastructure and safety enhancements.
Moped and bicycle riders currently navigating the intersection.
Mentions & discussions (6)
Waco Metropolitan Planning Organization Policy Board Meeting - Oct 15, 2026
Updates from TxDOT and the MPO covered major highway construction projects and current grant efforts, including PROTECT grant initiatives and travel demand modeling. These efforts directly influence local traffic flow, safety, and infrastructure funding.
Waco Metropolitan Planning Organization Policy Board Meeting - Sep 10, 2026
The board was scheduled to review guidelines and a resolution to prioritize funding and improvements for the BU/US 77 corridor, aiming to improve traffic flow and safety.
TxDOT proposes Business US Highway 77 makeover with shared-use path in Waco
Raygan Lopez, KXXV The proposed project will begin at this intersection and end at University Parks Dr. (WACO, Texas) — Business US Highway 77 in Waco could be getting a majo...
Plan Commission Business Session - Special Meeting - Jun 23, 2026
The commission discussed how new developments, like the 7-11 addition, impact local traffic. They confirmed that developers are working with TxDOT to improve access points and manage congestion.
Regular City Council Meeting - May 5, 2026
A resident raised concerns about safety at 9th Street and James Avenue following a traffic accident involving a moped.
Magnolia Loop proposal for Boring Co. tunnel in Waco a mystery to city officials
Magnolia Loop proposal for Boring Co. tunnel in Waco a mystery to city officials Waco Tribune-Herald
We'll email you when it's on an upcoming agenda and when it's voted on, at most once a day.
The weekly brief for Waco
What the council decided, in plain English — one email a week.
Free. Unsubscribe with one click any time. We never sell your email.