Suzi Rumohr 1/31/22 Suzi Rumohr 1/31/22

Comprehensive Plan & Mobility Plan Update

City Council received an update and discussed proposed revisions to Denton’s Comprehensive Plan and Mobility Plan. Discussion included enabling more infill development, creating safer roads and providing more transportation options.

Suzi Rumohr 1/18/22 Suzi Rumohr 1/18/22

Give Your Feedback on Draft Mobility and Comprehensive Plans

Drafts of Denton’s Mobility Plan and Comprehensive Plan will be discussed during City Council’s January 25th meeting. Residents feedback is strongly encouraged.

Suzi Rumohr 1/14/22 Suzi Rumohr 1/14/22

Next Round of Proposed Sidewalk Projects Introduced

In December, city staff presented $3 million in proposed sidewalk projects they hope to fund through DCTA’s Transportation Reinvestment Program (TRiP).

Suzi Rumohr 12/16/21 Suzi Rumohr 12/16/21

Recap: Lights on Bikes Ride

More than sixty people participated in the fourth annual Lights on Bikes ride, hosted by Denton Women Cyclists.

Suzi Rumohr 12/7/21 Suzi Rumohr 12/7/21

Denton Releases Draft Sidewalk Work Plan

Denton has released its proposed sidewalk projects for 2021-2024 via a draft Sidewalk Work Plan. The work plan may be accessed online.

Suzi Rumohr 11/22/21 Suzi Rumohr 11/22/21

Pedestrian Access to be Limited along Hickory Creek Road

To move automobiles more quickly, bicycle and pedestrian crossings will be limited along the $220+ million Hickory Creek Road expansion project in south Denton.

Suzi Rumohr 11/14/21 Suzi Rumohr 11/14/21

Bicycle, Pedestrian Access to Greenbelt Planned along US 380

It may be possible to access the Greenbelt by bicycle by the end of 2023.

Suzi Rumohr 11/8/21 Suzi Rumohr 11/8/21

Bicycle Friendly Community Update

On August 17th, the Denton City Council approved further discussion about a proposed Bicycle Friendly Community Action Plan. Learn what steps have been taken since then.

Suzi Rumohr 10/25/21 Suzi Rumohr 10/25/21

Bicycle and Pedestrian Projects near Downtown Denton

Updates on projects near downtown Denton, including W Hickory, Sycamore, Welch, Bell, and railroad crossings.

Suzi Rumohr 9/29/21 Suzi Rumohr 9/29/21

City Council Rejects Proposed Auto-Free Bicycle and Pedestrian Corridor on Bell Avenue

During Tuesday’s work session, the Denton City Council rejected a proposed auto-free pedestrian and bicycle corridor on Bell Avenue on the campus of Texas Woman’s University.

Suzi Rumohr 9/20/21 Suzi Rumohr 9/20/21

PARK(ing) Day Recap

Individuals gathered in downtown on Friday to temporarily repurpose parking spaces with greenery, seating, and bicycle parking.

Suzi Rumohr 9/19/21 Suzi Rumohr 9/19/21

Driver Strikes Man on Bicycle along Fort Worth Drive

A 59 year-old man has been hospitalized with a head injury after being struck by a motorist at the intersection of Fort Worth Drive and Collins Street. The head injury is not expected to be life-threatening.

Suzi Rumohr 9/17/21 Suzi Rumohr 9/17/21

Bike Denton Shirts for Sale until October 16th

For the first time in ten years, Bike Denton shirts are for sale. A portion of proceeds go to our regional partner, BikeDFW. Sales end October 16th.

Suzi Rumohr 9/9/21 Suzi Rumohr 9/9/21

Public Input Opportunity for City Plans on September 16th

Share your vision for Denton’s future growth by attending the September 16th open house featuring draft plans for Denton’s mobility plan, comprehensive plan, and parks, recreation, and trails master plan.

City of Denton 8/21/21 City of Denton 8/21/21

Meet Nathan, Denton’s New Bicycle, Pedestrian, and ADA Planner

The City of Denton has hired a new Bicycle, Pedestrian and ADA Planner. Meet Nathan George.

Suzi Rumohr 8/18/21 Suzi Rumohr 8/18/21

Bicycle Friendly Community Action Plan Moves Forward for Discussion

The Denton City Council decided during its August 17th work session to schedule a future discussion around the Bicycle Friendly Community Action Plan submitted by Council member Brian Beck.

Suzi Rumohr 8/13/21 Suzi Rumohr 8/13/21

Bicycle Friendly Community Action Plan to be Proposed to Denton City Council

Contact your council member by end of Monday, August 16th to ask them to support consideration and approval of a Bicycle Friendly Community Action Plan!

Suzi Rumohr 8/9/21 Suzi Rumohr 8/9/21

Pedestrian Crossings to Be Added to Loop 288 at Kings Row and University Dr

Pedestrian signals will be added to two Loop 288 crossings where none currently exist, including where a woman was killed while trying to cross on foot.

Suzi Rumohr 7/25/21 Suzi Rumohr 7/25/21

Progress Continues on Construction of Denton’s First Mountain Bike Trail

Denton’s first mountain bike trail continues to progress and could open to the public by end of summer if there are enough volunteers and the weather cooperates.

Suzi Rumohr 7/22/21 Suzi Rumohr 7/22/21

DCTA Board Moves Toward Replacing Most Fixed Bus Routes with On-Demand Vans

The DCTA Board voted Thursday to replace all but two city fixed bus routes with on-demand vans. The new service will begin September 7th, 2021.

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