NWA Regional Planning Commission

In a town that’s growing fast like Pea Ridge, AR a Bike Bus helps keep kids active, parents connected, and streets safer, all while getting more kids moving and ready for the day on their way to school! Pea Ridge Active Transportation Coordinator Joshua Johnson explains how this simple idea helps to build community around active transportation.

Have you seen more roundabouts around NWA Lately? Many cities in the region including City of Rogers, Arkansas are installing modern roundabouts. Lance Jobe, Rogers Deputy Director of Engineering, explains how roundabouts help improve traffic flow, reduce collision points, and enhance safety for all road users.

Did you know we deal with more than just roads and bridges here at the NWA Regional Planning Commission? The Northwest Arkansas Green Network is a series of 18 projects spread across 10 communities that all work towards protecting what we love about NWA while planning for and managing the rapid growth and development of our region. We're working to keep the natural state natural and preserve the best parts of Northwest Arkansas for years to come!

Be sure to take our latest survey on Transit in NWA at the link below and share it with others before June 30th! https://lnkd.in/dU2xYqJG

The Northwest Arkansas Regional Planning Commission has announced how it will allocate $16.6 million in federal funding for regional transportation projects if the expected money comes through for the next federal fiscal year, which begins Oct. 1.

It's an exciting week here at the Northwest Arkansas Regional Planning Commission! We are awarding $16.6 million for 21 unique regional transportation projects through our three federal funding programs! These grants will support infrastructure improvements enhancing mobility, safety, and connectivity in NWA. Learn more about what we do in the Arkansas Business article linked below. https://lnkd.in/ggbAK9aU

Share your thoughts on public transit in NWA! Northwest Arkansas Regional Planning Commission is studying improvements to our region's public transit. Scan the QR code or visit https://lnkd.in/dU2xYqJG by June 30, 2025 to take our survey! #NWATransit #PublicTransit #NWARPC

This is your chance to help get more people on bikes all over the state of Arkansas! Trailblazers is hiring a Program Manager to oversee the Tri-Region EPA CPRG grant received last year to administer a multi-million-dollar e-bike incentive program in Northwest Arkansas, Fort Smith, and Central Arkansas! Apply now via the job posting below! https://lnkd.in/g9JEE5M2

This week, Springdale residents will have a chance to preview proposed routes for some new shared use paved trails being built in their community! Get out to Springdale Highschool Tomorrow and make your voice heard.