Transit Forward urges board to authorize Phase 1B so Austin Light Rail can advance
Sep 21, 2026
Sep 21, 2026
Sheika Gangli of Transit Forward told ATP the federal environmental process is complete and urged authorization of Phase 1B so the project can move into detailed engineering, permitting and pre-construction — steps important to securing federal investment.
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Sheika Gangli, Executive Director of Transit Forward, told the board that authorizing Phase 1B is essential to maintain momentum for Austin Light Rail as the project transitions from planning to implementation.
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