The Amarillo MPO is led by the Transportation Policy Committee, which approves all transportation planning activities. The Technical Advisory Committee provides expertise and recommends revisions to key planning documents and processes.
- CONTACT INFORMATION
- amarillompo@amarillo.gov
- 806-378-4219
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Simms Municipal Building
Second Floor
808 S Buchanan St
Amarillo, TX 79101 -
Office Hours:
Monday – Friday
8:00 am – 5:00 pm
MPO details & helpful agency links
MPO Policy Committee
The MPO Policy Committee, which serves as the decision-making body of the Metropolitan Planning Organization, is responsible for approving and adopting all transportation planning activities. Led by the Policy Committee, the MPO includes city, county, and state representatives, as well as key community members. The committee meets quarterly to review transportation plans and projects.
MPO Policy Committee Voting Members
The MPO Policy Committee, which serves as the decision-making body of the Metropolitan Planning Organization, is responsible for approving and adopting all transportation planning activities. Led by the Policy Committee, the MPO includes city, county, and state representatives, as well as key community members. The committee meets quarterly to review transportation plans and projects.
- Voting Members: City officials, county judges, commissioners, TxDOT representatives, and community leaders.
Cole Stanley
Mayor — City of Amarillo
Tom Scherlen
City Council Member — City of Amarillo
Grayson Path
City Manager — City of Amarillo
Joe Price
City Manager — City of Canyon
Alex Guerrero
Local Government Services Director — Panhandle Regional Planning Commission
Nancy Tanner
County Judge — Potter County
H.R. Kelly
County Commissioner — Potter County
Christy Dyer
County Judge — Randall County
Rick Cooper
County Commissioner — Randall County
Kit Black, P.E.
Director of Transportation Planning & Dev — TxDOT, Amarillo
Blair Johnson, P.E.
District Engineer — TxDOT, Amarillo
MPO Policy Committee Non-Voting Members
| NON-VOTING | |||
| Travis Muno | MPO Administrator | Amarillo MPO | |
| Jenifer Ramirez | Senior Planner | Amarillo MPO | |
| Jim Hillwig | Planner I | Amarillo MPO | |
| Allison Knie | Planner II | Amarillo MPO | |
| Devin Jones | MPO Planning Technician | Amarillo MPO | |
| Russell Washer | Urban Transportation Planner | TxDOT, Amarillo | |
| Justin Morgan | Urban Planner | FHWA, Austin | |
| Julia Forrester | District Transit Planner | TxDOT, Amarillo | |
EX-OFFICIO Ex-Officio Members: Representatives from surrounding areas, state districts, and planning commissions. | |||
| John Smithee | State Representative | State of Texas | X |
| Caroline Fairly | State Representative | State of Texas | X |
| Kevin Sparks | State Senator | State of Texas | X |
| Ronny Jackson | U. S. Representative | State of Texas | X |
MPO Technical Advisory Committee
The Technical Advisory Committee provides technical expertise to the Policy Advisory Committee by reviewing and recommending revisions to the planning process, data collection, forecasts, the Unified Work Program, the Transportation Improvement Program, and the Metropolitan Transportation Plan.
| Member’s Name | Representing |
| Travis Muno | Amarillo MPO |
| Jenifer Ramirez | Amarillo MPO |
| Allison Knie | Amarillo MPO |
| Devin Jones | Amarillo MPO |
| Donny Hooper | City of Amarillo |
| Chris Quigley | City of Amarillo |
| Chris Enriquez | City of Canyon |
| Donny Rivas | Potter County |
| Tim Sorrell | Randall County |
| Kit Black P.E. | TxDOT, Amarillo |
| Julia Forrester | TxDOT, Amarillo |
| Russell Washer | TxDOT, Amarillo |
| Blair Johnson P.E. | TxDOT, Amarillo |
MPO Partner Organizations and Resource Links
City and Local Agency Links
- City of Amarillo: The City of Amarillo is the fiscal agent for the Amarillo Metropolitan Planning Organization.
- City of Amarillo Traffic Department: City traffic signal maintenance, signage management, and regular roadway safety improvements.
- City of Amarillo Planning Department: The Planning Department provides development and redevelopment services.
- Amarillo City Transit: Provides public transit services, including fixed routes and paratransit.
- City of Canyon: Collaborates with the MPO on regional transportation planning.
MPO & Planning Organizations
- Association of Texas MPOs: Facilitates the exchange of ideas, state/federal policy participation, and professional development in transportation planning across Texas.
- Association of Metropolitan Planning Organizations (AMPO): Advocates for metropolitan regions to improve transportation systems.
- National Association of Regional Councils: Represents regional councils and MPOs, providing advocacy at the national level.
- Panhandle Regional Planning Commission: Assists local governments in the Texas Panhandle with programs to improve citizens’ safety and welfare.
Partnering Counties
- Potter County: Participates as a member of the MPO Policy and Technical Committees.
- Randall County: Engages with the MPO on transportation planning and decision-making.
Federal Agencies
- United States Department of Transportation (USDOT): The main hub for federal transportation programs and research.
- Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS): Provides transportation data, from ridership to freight shipments.
- Federal Highway Administration (FHWA): Administers surface transportation programs, including the interstate system.
- Federal Transit Administration (FTA): Funds and provides assistance for mass transit programs.
- Federal Aviation Administration (FAA): Oversees public and private sector aviation regulations and safety.
State Agencies
- Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT): Responsible for state highways and infrastructure planning. Provides road condition reports and traffic updates.
- Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ): Texas’ environmental protection agency.
- Texas Natural Resources Information System (TNRIS): State clearinghouse for maps, aerial photos, and natural resource data.
Academic Research Centers
- Texas Transportation Institute (TTI): Leading transportation research center under Texas A&M University.
- Center for Transportation Research (U.T. Austin): Nationally recognized research center focused on transportation innovation.
- ITS America: Advocates for the development of intelligent transportation systems to improve national transportation safety and efficiency.
Transportation Legislation and Organizations
- SAFETEA-LU: Legislative information about the 2005 federal transportation law.
- Texas Legislature Online: Search Texas legislation related to transportation planning.
- AASHTO: American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials advocates for transportation-related policies.
- Safe Routes to School: Promotes safe walking and biking to school, improving community health and safety.
- American Planning Association: Nonprofit focused on urban and rural planning.
- Ports-to-Plains Trade Corridor Coalition: A multimodal corridor that facilitates the transportation of goods from Mexico to Canada through West Texas and the U.S. West.
Bicycle & Pedestrian Information
- FHWA Bicycle & Pedestrian Information: Guidance and regulations for biking and pedestrian safety.
- Pedestrian & Bicycle Information Center: Promotes walking and biking as viable means of transportation.
- Texas Bicycle Coalition: Advocates for safe bicycling access, education, and safety in Texas.
Public Transit Organizations
Amarillo City Transit: Operates public transit services in Amarillo, offering both fixed-route and demand-response services.