NTTA Ready to “Link the Region” with SH 121
 Officials of the North Texas Tollway Authority (NTTA) presented a “Texas-sized” $3.197 billion check to the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) and North Central Texas Council of Governments for the right to design, build, operate and maintain State Highway (SH) 121 in Collin, Dallas and Denton counties during a press event in Carrollton on Nov. 30.
NTTA Board Chairman Paul N. Wageman presented the oversized check to Texas Transportation Commission Chairman Ric Williamson, and North Richland Hills Mayor and Chairman of the North Texas Regional Transportation Council (RTC) T. Oscar Trevino, Jr. during a “Linking the Region” event that was held at Carrollton City Hall.
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(Left to right) Paul N. Wageman, Chairman of the NTTA Board of Directors, offered a handshake and presented a “Texas-sized” $3.197 billion check to North Richland Hills Mayor and Regional Transportation Council Chairman Oscar Trevino and Texas Transportation Commission Chairman Ric Williamson on Nov. 30. The presentation occurred during a “Linking the Region” event at Carrollton City Hall. The transfer of the funds will allow the NTTA to design, build, operate and maintain State Highway 121 in Collin, Dallas and Denton counties.
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Update on Tollway South End Improvements
 Progress continues on the south end of the Dallas North Tollway.
Work on the Cedar Springs Road Bridge will be completed in December. The bridge will then have two lanes in each direction, which will improve the flow of traffic greatly.
In November, crews removed the remainder of the old booths and the Express Lane gantry at the Wycliff Avenue Main Lane Toll Plaza, which haven’t been used since January when the NTTA implemented ZipCash tolling to improve congestion in the area.
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NTTA Working To Improve Ramp Congestion in Plano
 The North Texas Tollway Authority (NTTA) is working with the City of Plano to provide mobility solutions for current congestion and other mobility issues along the Dallas North Tollway (DNT) corridor in Plano.
In 2006, the NTTA’s traffic engineering consultant studied several possible solutions for improving current conditions along the interchange from the President George Bush Turnpike (PGBT) to the Tollway northbound to Parker Road. The results of the traffic studies led to two key recommendations:
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Trinity Parkway Referendum Fails; Planning Continues
 In early November, Dallas voters said “no” to a referendum halting the Trinity Parkway. That decision means work on the proposed 10-mile toll road extending from the SH 183/IH-35E juncture to US 175/Spur 310 near downtown Dallas will continue. When complete, the Trinity Parkway will provide traffic relief for the IH-30 and IH-35E corridors.
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Lewisville Lake Toll Bridge Update
 The North Texas Tollway Authority (NTTA) is working cooperatively with the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT), Denton County and the cities of Little Elm, Frisco and Lake Dallas to construct the Lewisville Lake Toll Bridge (LLTB) corridor, an east-west connection between Interstate Highway 35E and the Dallas North Tollway. This 13.8-mile long corridor project consists of eight sections, including the bridge that is under construction by the NTTA.
The NTTA is currently redesigning retaining walls and pavement in the toll plaza area to accommodate modifications needed for all-electronic toll collection.
NTTA crews also recently observed a major milestone in the construction of the LLTB. The first set of bridge beams were hung on Oct. 25. The hanging of bridge beams is a major step in the construction of a bridge because it is the foundation over which the roadway will be constructed and it is the first visible sign of the connecting of several points that will eventually reach completely across the lake.
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TollTags Can Now Be Used at D/FW Express Parking – Just in Time for the Holidays
 TollTag customers can now use their TollTag as an easy and convenient way to pay for Express Parking in addition to terminal and pass-through parking at D/FW International Airport.
Express Parking at D/FW Airport includes pick-up/drop-off at your vehicle, free bottled water and newspapers, shuttle van service to and from all terminals and easy-to-locate drop-off areas at the lower level of each terminal. The cost for Express Parking is $10-$11 per day.
Located at the north and south ends of the airport, this new parking option adds to the convenience for TollTag customers including D/FW Airport, Love Field and toll roads throughout the state of Texas.
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Tales from the Command Center – Cold Weather Driving Tips
 Fall and winter are hard on improperly maintained automobiles. Cold temperatures can increase wear on tires, belts, and hoses, render weak batteries useless, and can cause inadequately protected engine cooling systems to freeze.
Motorists unfortunate enough to experience a winter breakdown can also find themselves facing harsh weather conditions in addition to the dilemmas of unsafe or unfamiliar surroundings.
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NTTA Personnel Welcome Home Troops at D/FW
Members of the U.S military returning from duty overseas received a hero’s welcome at D/FW International Airport from NTTA staff and representatives of various organizations who work with the North Texas Tollway Authority. Dozens volunteered their time to “Meet and Greet the Troops” the week of Veterans’ Day from Nov. 12 through Nov. 18.
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TollTag Parking at Love Field Could Score You Tickets
 It’s Mavs Mania time and the NTTA is getting in on the action with the team at Dallas Love Field Airport. From now until April 2008, if you park at Love Field using your TollTag you will be entered to win Mavericks basketball tickets as part of a joint promotion with the Dallas Mavericks, Love Field and the Parking Company of America.
A chance to see Mavs stars like Dirk Nowitzki and Jason “The Jet” Terry play in person is easy. Simply use your TollTag when parking at Love Field and you may be randomly selected to win tickets and other prizes.
Remember, the best way to travel on any toll road in Texas or to park at Dallas Love Field is with an NTTA TollTag.
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Maxwell House Gives Drivers a “Cup of Joe” and a Paid Toll
 NTTA was pleased to recently partner with Maxwell House to start our customers, especially coffee drinkers, day off with a paid toll and a gift.
On November 21st, Maxwell House paid tolls for motorists passing through the President George Bush Turnpike's Coit Road Main Lane Plaza cash lanes between the hours of 7 a.m. and 9 a.m. Each driver was also given a free sample of Maxwell House coffee and a coupon.
TollTag customers passing through the Express Lanes also enjoyed some toll relief thanks to Maxwell House. Their tolls were paid for as well. If they would also like to enjoy a free sample of Maxwell House coffee and a coupon, please stop by the NTTA Customer Service Center at 5900 W. Plano Pkwy, Suite 200… while supplies last.
Maxwell House has also equipped the NTTA’s Tag Wagon with goodies, so track if you see it around town, make sure to stop it and ask for a sample of Maxwell House coffee.
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TollTag Sign-Up At an Office or Apartment Complex Near You
 Do you find yourself needing a TollTag at the most inconvenient time – like when you are stuck at the booth looking for change? Or, did you recently switch jobs to a location right off the Tollway and now you definitely need a TollTag? And like some of us, you are too busy at work and haven't remembered to sign up online at www.ntta.org.
Well, the NTTA wants to help by bringing TollTags to your office or your apartment complex to make signing up for a TollTag convenient and easy.
With the NTTA Tag Wagon, a mobile customer service vehicle equipped to issue TollTags throughout the metroplex, we arrange on-site visits making it convenient to get an NTTA TollTag. The best part is the TollTag will be activated right on the spot, so you can use on your trip home from work or to the grocery store.
Simply call 214-461-2091 and request a visit. Smaller companies (fewer than 50 employees) will be sent a kit of TollTag information and applications so that we can pick up the filled-out information and deliver the TollTags.
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More Cities Added as Third Party Vendors
 The NTTA is committed to working through its third party vendor program to improve mobility throughout North Texas.
Through the program, north Texas municipalities within Collin, Dallas, Denton and Tarrant counties distribute TollTags to their citizens through their water desks and other locations. In addition to serving its citizens by making it easy and convenient to sign up for a TollTag, the city benefits from the program financially. Cities currently distributing TollTags are:
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NTTA Receives Environmental Star of Excellence
NTTA was recognized as a 2007 Environmental Star of Excellence Award winner by the City of Plano Commercial Recycling program. This program recognizes businesses and organizations that take an active role to support environmental stewardship, reduce waste, divert resource, increase recycling and educate employees and the community. Scott Foster, NTTA’s Building Special Projects Manager, who implemented the program, accepted the award on behalf of the agency.
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TollTags; the Perfect Stocking Stuffer
 Looking for a gift the entire family can use this holiday season? Get a “family pack” of TollTags. Up to three tags can be activated on any one account at no additional charge.
Not only will your gift help save your family time on their commute throughout the metroplex, but TollTag customers save up to 40 percent more than cash customers..
Sign up is easier than ever for holiday shoppers with the newly opened NTTA kiosk at Stonebriar Mall in Frisco. Hours of operation for the Stonebriar Mall kiosk are Thursday, 5 p.m. – 9 p.m.; Friday – Saturday 10 a.m. – 9 p.m. and Sunday, 12 – 6 p.m.
TollTags can also be used for parking at D/FW International Airport and Dallas Love Field, and on any toll road in the state of Texas making it a great gift for the traveler in your family or the out-of-town relative. To sign up for a TollTag, add an additional tag to your account, or to learn about the benefits of a TollTag visit www.ntta.org.
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NTTA Closed for Holidays
 The NTTA Customer Service Center, TollTag office and Administrative offices will be closed on Monday, Dec. 24 and Tuesday, Dec. 25, 2007 in observance of the Christmas holiday.
All NTTA toll roads and main lane and ramp plazas will be open during the holiday.
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