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Enhance Regional Mobility
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mproving the efficiency and effectiveness of Arlington’s transportation connections within and beyond
our borders is critical because of our central location within the region and a total workforce of 3.3 million
people who live within a 30-minute commute from Arlington. The City has developed a reputation around
the country as one of the most innovative cities exploring technology-based mobility solutions. As a
mobility leader in North Texas, it’s a key priority to address pressing transportation needs, common mobility
challenges and to open the door to public-private partnerships.
Abram Street Rebuild Begins in Downtown
The transformation of Abram Street
through Downtown Arlington kicked off
in March 2018.
The $26-million project will bring
much-needed roadway and utilities
improvements to Abram between
Cooper and Collins streets. It will
also add on-street parking, enhanced
landscaping, public art and pedestrian
amenities that aim to create a more
vibrant, welcoming atmosphere for
Downtown shoppers, diners and
visitors.
Downtown is the final section
of the voter-approved Abram Street
Rebuild, which started at the Grand
Prairie city limits east of SH 360 in
July 2014 and has progressed west to
Collins Street.
Arlington Launches Via Rideshare
Service
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The City of Arlington, in partnership with
Via, became one of the first cities in the
nation to offer on-demand ridesharing as a
public transportation solution in December
2017.
The Via rideshare program provides
affordable transportation to key areas of the
city, allowing riders to access entertainment,
shopping and dining options, work or
school, and even medical appointments.
Customers can book a seat in a six-
passenger Mercedes-Benz van through the
Via app, and the company’s sophisticated
technology will match them with others
going their way. Rides are just $3 per trip or
$15 a week with the ViaPass.