In a major step toward building a safer, more connected transportation network, the San Antonio City Council passed an ordinance creating the Multimodal Transportation Commission. This new advisory body will provide input and recommendations on policies affecting not only drivers, but pedestrians, cyclists, and transit users.
The commission’s creation follows a series of policy adoptions, including the Bike Network Plan (January 2025), the 2024 Complete Streets Policy, the updated Vision Zero Action Plan, and the Transit-Oriented Development Policy Framework. Each of these initiatives recognized the need for a dedicated group of citizens to guide implementation and ensure public input in shaping the City’s transportation future.
“Creating this commission marks a new era of community-driven planning,” said Catherine “Cat” Hernandez, Transportation Department Director. “We’re building transportation policy with real input from those who drive, walk, bike, or bus, and who rely on our streets every day.”
The 13-member commission will include representatives from each City Council District, as well as appointees from key agencies such as VIA Metropolitan Transit and the Alamo Area Metropolitan Planning Organization (AAMPO). Members will also represent key user groups including transit riders, cyclists, traffic engineers, and transportation-disadvantaged individuals—those who are elderly, disabled, or low-income.
The commission will advise on:
- Updates to transportation-related plans and city codes
- Metrics and benchmarks for safer mobility systems
- Exceptions to the city’s Complete Streets Policy
- Ongoing projects and policies from the City’s Transportation Department
By formalizing this commission, the city reinforces its commitment to sustainable, data-informed decision-making that is in line with national transportation trends.
“The Multimodal Transportation Commission will help ensure that our streets are designed for everyone,” said Hernandez. “It’s a bold step toward achieving Vision Zero and supporting a healthier, more resilient city.”
Source: City of San Antonio
