Lewisville has earned a nod from the Charging Smart program, securing a Bronze designation for its efforts to expand access to electric vehicles and related infrastructure. In its pursuit of a greener future, the city has embraced best practices recognized at the national level, which aim to hasten the deployment of electric vehicles among the community. This achievement reflects a city working diligently in collaboration, utilizing Charging Smart's technical assistance to increase understanding about EV infrastructure and drive economic and clean energy goals.
The road to the Bronze designation was paved with intentional actions, including a review of zoning requirements, standardizing EV charging permit processes, and meetings with local utilities to identify collaboration opportunities; however, the City’s journey does not conclude with this recognition, but rather the designation marks a commitment to ongoing efforts in clean energy advancement. The City proudly boasts over 35 alternative fuel vehicles within its municipal fleet, with intentions firmly set on transitioning out older vehicles in favor of more sustainable options as part of its replacement analysis strategy, according to the City of Lewisville's announcement.
Charging stations, both public and private, have been installed at strategic City locations, including Thrive and the Lewisville City Hall, rendering the infrastructure more accessible for residents, businesses, and nonprofits interested in adopting EV technologies. To expand this network, Lewisville is eyeing a grant from the North Central Texas Council of Governments (NCTCOG), which is doling out $15 million to install 100 EV charging ports in public spaces in the region. In an effort to cater to the needs of the community, an interactive website has been launched by the Texas Department of Transportation, on which residents can suggest new locations for potential charging stations. This crowdsourced data will help to inform NCTCOG's broader installation strategy.
