The City of Dallas Transportation and Public Works Department has unveiled a proposed $160 million budget package for the upcoming fiscal year, placing street repairs and traffic safety at the top of its priorities.
If approved, the vast majority of the funding—$142 million—will be allocated directly to maintaining and improving roughly 800 lane miles across the city. The proposal comes as city officials work to address long-standing concerns over deteriorating road conditions and growing traffic congestion.
Gus Khankarli, director of the department, emphasized that maintaining existing infrastructure reflects the public's primary concerns. Beyond road resurfacing, the proposed budget includes increased funding for updated pavement markings and critical bridge maintenance.
A key component of the overall funding initiative supports "Vision Zero," the city's strategic goal to eliminate traffic-related fatalities and severe injuries. The package includes plans for new traffic signals, enhanced pedestrian crossings, and targeted safety retrofits at high-risk intersections.
The Dallas City Council will review the proposal during upcoming budget hearings before finalizing the city's fiscal plan.
