The Fort Worth City Council is set to consider the long‑term McCart Avenue HOTT Corridor Project on November 10. The 10‑mile corridor, stretching from Interstate 20 to Burleson, is a centerpiece of the city’s 2022 bond program and its broader master transportation plan.
Community‑driven vision
Over the past two years, the city engaged more than 580 residents, business owners, churches, schools, and other stakeholders through surveys, committee meetings, and targeted outreach. City staffer Armond Bryant told the City Plan Commission that “there was a general desire from everybody that there was a need to transform the corridor,” citing park upgrades, retail revitalization, safety enhancements, and sidewalk gaps as top priorities.
Key short‑term actions
The plan’s immediate focus includes:
- Improving pedestrian crossings and lighting at high‑traffic intersections.
- Adding shared‑use paths and filling existing sidewalk gaps.
- Installing real‑time traffic management systems and fiber‑optic ducts to support future technology upgrades.
Long‑range priorities
Looking ahead, the proposal calls for major roadway reconstruction, including narrowing medians to calm traffic and create space for additional mixed‑use development and park amenities. Zoning changes are also recommended to encourage a blend of residential, commercial, and recreational uses, turning the corridor into a community destination.
Why the plan matters
High crash rates, fragmented land use, and aging commercial districts have long plagued McCart Avenue. By addressing safety, connectivity, and economic vitality, the city hopes to attract new investment, improve quality of life for families, and support local faith‑based and community organizations that rely on safe, accessible streets.
Next steps
After the City Plan Commission’s recommendation, the council will vote on adoption during its November 10 meeting. If approved, the project will move forward under the city’s master transportation plan, which was adopted by council in June.
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