Rethink35

Rethink35 A volunteer organization opposing the Austin I-35 expansion and pushing for more effective mobility.

Early voting for the 2026 primaries kicks off TOMORROW, Feb 17th! 🎉In our final post of this series, we're sharing the a...
16/02/2026

Early voting for the 2026 primaries kicks off TOMORROW, Feb 17th! 🎉

In our final post of this series, we're sharing the answers to our transportation questions from candidates running for Texas State House in Districts 49 & 50. See what they have to say – link in bio! 👇

Let's make our voices heard! 🗣️

Today, we’re highlighting how Precinct 4 candidates plan to prioritize CTRMA toll revenues. Scroll through to see a summ...
14/02/2026

Today, we’re highlighting how Precinct 4 candidates plan to prioritize CTRMA toll revenues. Scroll through to see a summary of their ideas, and be sure to check out the full questionnaire responses for a deeper dive.

The Question: The Central Texas Regional Mobility Authority (CTRMA) is an independent governmental tolling agency, operating in Travis and Williamson counties. While tolling revenues may be spent on any type of transportation project, to date, CTRMA’s investments have focused primarily on highway projects. How do you think CTRMA should spend its tolling revenues moving forward?

In our last question topic, we’re highlighting how Precinct 2 candidates plan to prioritize CTRMA toll revenues. Scroll ...
14/02/2026

In our last question topic, we’re highlighting how Precinct 2 candidates plan to prioritize CTRMA toll revenues. Scroll through to see a summary of their ideas, and be sure to check out the full questionnaire responses for a deeper dive. Thank you again to the candidates for participating!

The Question: The Central Texas Regional Mobility Authority (CTRMA) is an independent governmental tolling agency, operating in Travis and Williamson counties. While tolling revenues may be spent on any type of transportation project, to date, CTRMA’s investments have focused primarily on highway projects. How do you think CTRMA should spend its tolling revenues moving forward?

We asked Precinct 4 candidates for Travis County Commissioner: What are your views on regional rail in Central Texas? Ho...
13/02/2026

We asked Precinct 4 candidates for Travis County Commissioner: What are your views on regional rail in Central Texas? How can Travis County improve access to public transit?

You can see the candidates’ full responses through the link in our bio.

Rail fans, listen up! 🚆We're digging into the future of regional rail with insights from our candidate questionnaire.We ...
13/02/2026

Rail fans, listen up! 🚆We're digging into the future of regional rail with insights from our candidate questionnaire.

We asked Precinct 2 candidates for Travis County Commissioner: What are your views on regional rail in Central Texas? How can Travis County improve access to public transit?

Whether you're dreaming of high-speed connections or envisioning a robust network of local lines, these responses offer a glimpse into the candidates' visions for a more connected region.

You can view the candidates’ full responses through the link in our bio.

Precinct 4 candidates for Travis County Commissioner have answered how they think CAMPO can do better. You can see the c...
12/02/2026

Precinct 4 candidates for Travis County Commissioner have answered how they think CAMPO can do better. You can see the candidates’ full responses through the link in our bio.

The question: The Capital Area Metropolitan Planning Organization (CAMPO) determines how federal transportation funds are allocated in the Austin region. Travis County is represented on CAMPO’s Transportation Policy Board by three County Commissioners and one additional county appointee. How should Travis County Commissioners use their roles on the CAMPO board to shape regional transportation outcomes? What changes, if any, would you support to CAMPO’s policies, processes, or governance structure?

Today we’re highlighting the Travis County Commissioners Precinct 2 candidates’ responses to our question about how CAMP...
12/02/2026

Today we’re highlighting the Travis County Commissioners Precinct 2 candidates’ responses to our question about how CAMPO can do better. Scroll through to see the highlights, and stay tuned for future highlights from the questionnaire. You can see the candidates’ full responses through the link in our bio.

The question: The Capital Area Metropolitan Planning Organization (CAMPO) determines how federal transportation funds are allocated in the Austin region. Travis County is represented on CAMPO’s Transportation Policy Board by three County Commissioners and one additional county appointee. How should Travis County Commissioners use their roles on the CAMPO board to shape regional transportation outcomes? What changes, if any, would you support to CAMPO’s policies, processes, or governance structure?

See how Precinct 4 candidates answered our question about transportation and roadway investments. We believe understandi...
12/02/2026

See how Precinct 4 candidates answered our question about transportation and roadway investments. We believe understanding their vision is crucial as we approach the primary election. Scroll through to see a summary of their key ideas, and be sure to check out the full questionnaire responses for a deeper dive. ↗

The question: In the 2023 Travis County transportation bond, the majority of funding was allocated to roadway expansions. Rethink35 and other organizations, businesses, and leaders have opposed such expansions as merely encouraging more driving, doing little or nothing for congestion, and worsening pollution and safety.
What are your views on roadway expansions?
How should Travis County prioritize investments across roadway projects, public transit, active transportation (walking and biking) in future bonds?

Travis County Commissioners are gearing up for their primary elections đź—ł, and we're excited to share insights from our c...
11/02/2026

Travis County Commissioners are gearing up for their primary elections đź—ł, and we're excited to share insights from our candidate questionnaire! A huge thank you to all the candidates who took the time to share their perspectives on the future of transportation in Travis County.

Today, we're spotlighting the responses from Precinct 2 candidates to our question about transportation and roadway investments. We believe understanding their vision is crucial as we approach the primary election. Scroll through to see a summary of their key ideas, and be sure to check out the full questionnaire responses for a deeper dive.

The question: In the 2023 Travis County transportation bond, the majority of funding was allocated to roadway expansions. Rethink35 and other organizations, businesses, and leaders have opposed such expansions as merely encouraging more driving, doing little or nothing for congestion, and worsening pollution and safety.
What are your views on roadway expansions?
How should Travis County prioritize investments across roadway projects, public transit, active transportation (walking and biking) in future bonds?

TONIGHT at 6 pm CT: The Alexander Farm is hosting a film screening of Jordan Peele’s docuseries, “High Horse: The Black ...
05/02/2026

TONIGHT at 6 pm CT: The Alexander Farm is hosting a film screening of Jordan Peele’s docuseries, “High Horse: The Black Cowboy” that features the farm’s history. RSVP at TheAlexanderFarm1847.org/contact-us

The Alexander Farm, a historic African American family farm and cemetery, is threatened by the 183 South expansion plan. The farm is Travis county’s oldest Black-owned farm, founded by Daniel Alexander, a racehorse breeder and trainer who moved to the county in January 1839. The adjacent Alexander Cemetery has been designated a historic cemetery by the Texas Historical Commission. Last year, Rethink35 had the pleasure of having Roz Alexander, the descendant and owner of the farm as our panelist during the Highway Displacement event series.

📢 Take action and sign our petition against the 183 expansion today. Link in bio.

You can also find the docuseries on NBC Universal’s Peacock

The Texas Department of Transportation is developing the Texas Statewide Multimodal Transit Plan 2050! This plan is abou...
11/11/2025

The Texas Department of Transportation is developing the Texas Statewide Multimodal Transit Plan 2050!
This plan is about creating a network of transportation options that let Texans move freely, not just more highways and car lanes.
Some highlights:
• 86% of respondents said better transit is essential
• Prioritizes intercity connections, rural access, funding flexibility, and integrated design
• Includes plans for a statewide transit hub network and trip planning app
The plan shows that community feedback matters. Speaking up and demanding better transportation options pushes TxDOT to think beyond highways and invest in real mobility solutions.
There is still a lot of work to do, but we are excited to see TxDOT take this important step in the right direction!
Go to our linktree in our bio to find the survey. We suggest choosing the “Identify options to increase flexibility of funding sources” as highest priority.

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