Fort Worth will explore urban rail development linking city’s entertainment districts

Jaime Moore-Carrillo
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The Fort Worth mayor’s office Thursday morning unveiled a committee to “explore opportunities” for the development of urban rail in the city.

The Urban Rail Committee Supporting Economic Development & Tourism will begin meeting this summer through the end of 2024, according to a city press release. The group’s inception signals a more serious commitment from Fort Worth leaders to fill a gap in the city’s transportation infrastructure.

“We know that Fort Worth remains one of the fastest-growing cities in America, and current trends show that in 2100 the Fort Worth-Dallas Metro region will be the largest metro area in the country,” said Mayor Mattie Parker in a statement. “With that growth comes immense challenges and opportunities. I believe right now that we are well-poised for the opportunity to explore urban rail opportunities, particularly in supporting our growing economic development and tourism industries.”

The committee will “determine if there is a likelihood to develop a fixed rail system designed to move people along the entertainment districts within Fort Worth” and weigh the fiscal and legislative tools needed to create and sustain the network.

The city will team with Trinity Metro, which operates commuter and fixed rail systems linking hot spots across Tarrant and Dallas counties, to evaluate different options and their feasibility.

“Trinity Metro is always striving to think ahead for what Fort Worth’s transit needs will be into the future,” said Trinity Metro CEO Rich Andreski in a statement. “We are glad to continue our collaborative work on this effort with City of Fort Worth, this time with a focus on exploring solutions that support the dynamic economic development and tourism needs of a rapidly-growing Tarrant County.”

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