What's New @ HCMPO
UTPA WSRC 5K Run | Posted 01/10/2012
University of Texas, Pan American's Wellness and Recreation Sports Complex is organizing a 5K Run on Saturday March 10th, 2012 starting at 09:15 Hrs.
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2nd Annual Walk-n-Rolla (2012) | Posted 09/20/2012
The Hidalgo County MPO is very pleased to announce our 2nd Annual "Walk & Rolla " Walking and Biking Festival. Please join the HCMPO and our public agency partners in our present efforts to move towards healthier lifestyles for the future.
| Date: March 10th, 2012 | Location: Courthouse Square, Edinburg, TX |
For more details about Sponsorship opportunities, click on .
To view the location of the event, click on [MAP]
Registration Forms for the various events are available:
(a) Metric Century Ride (Fee: $ 25)
(b) Free Bike Ride Route Map:: and
(c) Waiver Release Form
(d) Chili's supports HCMPO's Walk-n-Rolla 2012 initiative benfitting American Diabetes Association
| Posted 07/25/2011
I-69 [Texas] will move people, freight and goods. In the last decade, Counties along I - 69 grew by 23 % and account for 8 million residents [1/3rd of Texas population]. To know more, click on .
Public Involvement Announcement | Posted 09/26/2011
Hidalgo County MPO and TxDOT notify the amendments to both: Transportation Improvement Plan [FY 2011-2014] and Metropolitan Transportation Plan [2010-2035], as part of a 30-day public involvement process. This information is available for public review and comments until October 26th, 2011. Click here to download the . Click here for the Spanish version: .
Upcoming Public Meetings| Posted 08/03/2011
Hidalgo County MPO is organizing a series of Public Meetings scheduled for the month of August. The purpose is to raise awareness of the County residents about Metropolitan Transportation Plan [MTP], Transportation Improvement Plan [TIP] and Proposition 12 Funds .
| August 11th | 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm | UTPA IT Building |
| August 11th | 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm | Edinburg City Hall [Council of Chambers] |
| August 25th | 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm | Mission City Hall [Commission Room] |
Nolana Bridge Closure| Posted 07/25/2011
Traffic lanes on the Nolana Bridge, east of Bicentennial Blvd. have been reduced and expected to be completely closed on the week of August 1st through August 7th.For further information, click on .
County Thoroughfare Plan (2011) | Posted 06/17/2011
We are pleased to announce that the Hidalgo County Commissioners Court has approved the Hidalgo County Thoroughfare Plan on Tuesday, May 17th, 2011. The Plan has been approved by the Hidalgo County MPO Transportation Policy Committee on Thursday, June 16th, 2011. If there are any questions regarding the Plan, please contact Leofredo Villarreal at lvillarreal@hcmpo.org or 956-969-5778. Click on to download.
Bike/Ped Task Force | Posted 06/14/2011
The Bike / Ped Task Force of HCMPO is having it's next meeting on Monday, June 20th, 2011 starting 6 pm at
Edinburg Library, 1906 S Closner Blvd, Edinburg, TX. Click here to download the . For information on
Proposed House Districts | Posted 05/23/2011
According to proposed House Districts under PLANH283, Hidalgo County Metro Area is part of six districts. This proposal is on the Senate intent calendar and is subject to changes. Click on to download.
Felicitation | Posted 05/20/2011
Commissioner Hector "Tito" Palacios was recognized for his outstanding service as a Policy Committee member since the inception of Hidalgo County MPO.
To know more about Commissioner Palacios, click .
JARC & New Freedom Funding Application (2011) | Posted 03/18/2011
We are pleased to announce that the Hidalgo County MPO Policy Board approved the selection criteria for the JARC / New Freedom funds that are available for our area. This funding application details the type of funding that is available, what entities can apply and what types of projects will be considered. Please note that the deadline for application submission is on April 29th, 2011 at 5:00pm. Hard copies of this application will be made available upon request. If there are any questions regarding the document or the application process please contact Amanda at ahernandez@hcmpo.org or 956-969-5778. Click on to download.
Census Data Changes Valley's Top 10 Cities | Posted 03/09/2010
Source: News Articles in a) b)
According to the US Census 2010, Rio Grande Valley has a new pecking order. The Top 10 Cities in the Valley has now changed, with three cities from Hidalgo County growing in excess of 50% decadal growth (2000-2010).
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As a whole Hidalgo County grew to approx. 775,000 residents, making it the eighth populous County in Texas. The western part of Hidalgo County was the growth engine owing to master-planned developments and comparatively lower property tax rates. The interesting pattern idenitified is the greater than double growth rates for cities surrounding McAllen (22%), with Pharr registering 51 %, Edinburg (57.8 %) and Mission (67.8 %). To read more on the article: You can also download a map depicting
RTAP Request for Proposal | Posted 02/23/2011
The Lower Rio Grande Valley Regional Transit Advisory Panel (RTAP), seeks offers in response to Request for Proposals (RFP) from qualified planning firms for the REGIONAL PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION COORDINATION PLAN.
Click on to download. The Newspaper RFP is also available.
For Further information, contact Victor Morales, Procurement Director at 956-682-3481.
New 2010 Census Data Released | Posted 12/30/2010
Transportation Policy Committee Training Workshop | Posted 12/20/2010
Location: HCMPO Conference Room @ 5:30 pm.
This Training will provide a hands-on understanding of all the aspects of an MPO. Mr. Andrew A. Canon will explain the different facets of MPO Transportation Planning in this 3 hr long workshop. The objectives of this workshop include:
a) The Daily functioning of the MPO : Purpose of Creation; MPO Composition; structure of Administration;
associated Legislations; Source of Funds etc.
b) To highlight the platform a MPO provides for decision making and regional cooperation.
c) Reflect on the Work Deliverables and Technical Decision Making Abilities of the MPO.
d) Discuss major Policy and Planning Issues
The Training is especially useful for new Policy members and will act as a primer to fast track their MPO know-how. Light meal and coffee will be provided. For those who are interested to attend the workshop; RSVP to either Andrew A. Canon () or Maria Champine ().
3rd Bi-Annual Border to Border Transportation Conference | Updated 12/20/2010
Location: Judson F. Williams Convention Center, El Paso (TX).
This year's Border to Border Conference was co-jointly hosted by the HCMPO and El Paso MPO during Nov 16-18, 2010 @ El Paso, TX. The success of the Conference is gauged from the participation of over 200 professionals, both country-wide and across the border. We would like to thank our Keynote Speakers for taking time from their busy schedules: Honorable US Congressman Silvestre Reyes; Texas Rep. Joseph Pickett; Gen. Barry R. McAffrey (Retd.); TxDOT Exec. Director Amadeo Saenz; and Texas Transportation Commissioner Ted Houghton. The break-out sessions covered a vast range of transportation topics.
To browse through the presentations
"Long Range Scenario Planning" bags NADO Innovation Award | Posted 11/22/2010
The Hidalgo County MPO has been awarded the 2010 Excellence in Regional Transportation Award from the National Association of Development Organizations (NADO) for . The NADO selection criteria for the award winning projects included: uniqueness, demonstrated regional impact, long term viability, innovative partnerships and collaborations, and ease of replication.
