Santa Cruz County Regional Transportation Commission (RTC)

You can reduce your ecological footprint by switching to an environmentally sustainable commuting option. There are many ways you can make a difference by choosing to carpool, vanpool, bike or walk to work.

Yesterday, the California Transportation Commission allocated $30 million for the Highway 1 Auxiliary Lane/Bus-on-Shoulder project between 41st and Soquel avenues. This project also includes a bike/ped overcrossing at Chanticleer Avenue improving safety for pedestrians and bicycle riders in the county. https://sccrtc.org/california-transportation-commission-al/

Are you ready to take your commute to the next level? Learn from the experts about bike commuting basics including hauling gear, what to look for in a solid commuting bike, riding while business casual, rush hour rules of the road, and more in the Bike Commuting 101 - Virtual Workshop. https://www.facebook.com/events/217560306883410/?ref=newsfeed

This action-packed video addresses a prime cause of crashes throughout Santa Cruz County -- with special guest star! #SantaCruzRegionalStreetSmarts

: Santa Cruz METRO to consider proposed 5-year plan for the city’s share of Measure D funds on June 25. METRO proposes to use Measure D formula funds on operations and capital projects, including to sustain and ensure reliability of existing paratransit and fixed-route service, add additional Route 71 weekend service, and to leverage other grants for Pacific Station renovation, and to replace and repair buses in order to keep the fleet in a state of good repair. Staff report and proposed plan online at: https://scmtd.com///agendas/2021/2021-06-25-BOD-Agenda.pdf

This week's Street Smarts message addresses a prime cause of crashes throughout Santa Cruz County with our UCSC partner Sammy.

A project to upgrade traffic signals at six intersection’s in Santa Cruz/Monterey Counties will begin on Sunday June 13. This project will include lane closures at the intersection of Highway 1 and 41st Avenue in Santa Cruz on Sunday, June 13 or Monday, June 14 during the overnight hours from 9 pm to 6 am. Roadwork is expected to last three hours within this overnight window. Find more information here: https://cruz511.org/traffic-signal-modification-project-st/

Our partner agency Transportation Agency for Monterey County is hosting a virtual open house to discuss the future of regional rail service in the Monterey Bay Area and Central Coast Region. The virtual open house runs through June 24 at https://tamc-nis.konveio.com/

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: Santa Cruz City Council to consider proposed 5-year plan for the city’s share of Measure D funds on . The plan includes $7 million for ROAD REPAIRS, BIKE, and PEDESTRIAN projects. Staff report and proposed plan online at: https://www.cityofsantacruz.com//city-cou/council-meetings... #santacruz #santacruzcounty #sccrtc Santa Cruz City Government City of Santa Cruz Public Works

The FY19/20 Measure D Annual Report is out now. The report focuses on the financials and findings of the Measure D audits from recipient agencies, and also includes highlights of some of the FY19/20 expenditures. Read it now: https://sccrtc.org//u/2021/06/MD-Annual-Report-FY19-20.pdf

Swing by Pinto Lake County Park TONIGHT, Friday, May 28th from 5:00pm-7:00pm for FREE and other giveaways! Walk, bike, or drive through the new installation and share your feedback by taking a quick survey at https://ecoact.org/poweredbyme/. h/t County of Santa Cruz Ecology Action Bike Santa Cruz County

: Scotts Valley City Council seeking public input on its plan to spend its shares of Measure D funds (approx. $1.5M) on ROADWAY REPAIRS. Public hearing Wednesday, June 2nd at 6:30pm. Check out the News Release and project list: http://scottsvalley.org/AgendaCent/ViewFile//_06022021-589. ... #scottsvalley #santacruzcounty #sccrtc

Join us on Dec. 16 at 5:30 p.m. for a virtual public meeting to get information on the Caltrans-led Hwy 9 Felton Pedestrian Safety Project, which will enhance pedestrian access from Graham Hill Road to the San Lorenzo Valley Schools Complex along the highway. Register ahead of time here: https://cadot.webex.com/cadot/onstage/g.php

Supervisor Bruce McPherson will host Caltrans and the RTC for a virtual community meeting to share progress on the Caltrans-led State Route 9 Felton Pedestrian Safety Project, which will enhance pedestrian access from Graham Hill Road to the San Lorenzo Valley Schools Complex along the Highway. Join us for this virtual meeting on Dec. 16 from 5:30-7 p.m. Read here for more information and the registration link: https://sccrtc.org/virtual-public-meeting-to-provide-updat/

We are so excited for the virtual ribbon cutting for Segment 7, Phase I of the Coastal Rail Trail tomorrow at 12:30 p.m. We hope you can join us for this special celebration!

The RTC is looking for community members to serve on its advisory committees. Fill out an application today for a position to advise the RTC on transportation-related issues in the community.

Segment 7, Phase 1 of the Coastal Rail Trail is officially open! We hope you all get out and enjoy this wonderful new community asset soon! If you missed today's virtual ribbon cutting, check it out here:

Don't forget to register for our upcoming Virtual Open House for the Highway 1 Improvements project next Tuesday, December 8 from 5:00 6:30 p.m. Learn more about the Highway 1 Auxiliary Lanes, Bus-on-Shoulder Facilities, and Mar Vista Pedestrian Overcrossing and share your feedback! Please sign up ahead of time by going to bit.ly/Highway1-SC (URL is case sensitive).

Progress continues on Segment 7 of the rail trail! We hope to announce a completion date soon!

The RTC has received $107.2 million in grant funding from the California Transportation Commission for innovative multimodal transportation improvements throughout the county. The comprehensive package of projects being funded will provide our county with much needed congestion relief and improved access to transportation options. Read more: https://sccrtc.org/rtc-receives-107-2-million-in-grant-fun/

We are excited to celebrate the opening of Segment 7, Phase I of the Coastal Rail Trail. Save the date for the virtual celebration!

The Great Meadow Path at UCSC is back with some great safety improvements, including space for pedestrians! The RTC is excited to have partnered with UCSC and the California Transportation Commission on this project. UCSC wants to hear your stories send a video telling them what you love about biking or walking at UCSC. Use the hashtag #UCSCBikePathLove for a chance to win $75 to a local bike shop. Watch this video for more details:... http://bit.ly/ucsc-bike-stories https://youtu.be/Vva3FZ_o674 See more

Unsafe speed has been the #1 cause of traffic collisions over 5 years in Santa Cruz and Monterey counties. Here are best practices to avoid being part of these statistics. #streetsmarts

As part of the new Santa Cruz County Bicycle Route Signage Program, RTC recently completed the installation of bicycle wayfinding signage at 303 locations throughout the county. The signs, part of an effort to increase bicycle ridership and safety in the county, will assist all types of bicycle riders commuters, families, recreational riders and visitors in finding and accessing major destinations throughout the county. Visit the program webpage for a web map and map your next ride: https://sccrtc.org/projects/bike/bikesignage/

Today is the last day to provide your input on the Mar Vista Overcrossing project's proposed design concepts. Visit our online open house today to watch a video on the project and take our short survey. https://sccrtc.org/community-input-sought-on-mar-vista-bic/

More progress happening on Segment 7 of the Coastal Rail Trail. Completion is still on track for mid-November!

The County of Santa Cruz wants to hear from you! Join a virtual public meeting on Oct. 14 from 6:00-7:30pm to give your input on ways to improve walking and bicycling in Live Oak and Soquel. Over the next two years, the County will create the first Active Transportation Plan for unincorporated areas of the county. The Active Transportation Plan will provide a roadmap for future improvements for walking and bicycling in areas like Davenport, Live Oak, Aptos, Rio Del Mar and the Green Valley corridor, with the goal of making it safer, easier, and more fun to walk and bike in your neighborhood. For more information or to share your comments online, visit: https://ecoact.org/poweredbyme/

HIGHWAY 9 SOUTH OF FELTON TO CLOSE MONDAY THROUGH FRIDAY NEXT WEEK FOR MAINTENANCE WORK Caltrans winterization roadwork along Highway 9 south of Felton will result in a full closure of Highway 9 between Paradise Park (Post Mile 1.25), and Glengarry Road (Post Mile 4.75) next week. The schedule of the closure along Highway 9 will be from Monday, Oct. 12 through Friday, Oct. 16, from 6 am to 5 pm.... There are no houses or side roads within the closure area. CHP personnel will direct motorists to detours on Graham Hill Road or Mount Hermon Road. Motorists can expect traffic delays up to 10 minutes. This roadwork is necessary to remove damaged trees and to reduce the incidence of mudslides in preparation for winter storms.

Have you provided your input on the proposed design aspects of the Mar Vista Bicycle/Pedestrian Overcrossing yet? Visit the online open house until Oct. 9 to see the proposed designs and to provide your valuable input. https://sccrtc.org/community-input-sought-on-mar-vista-bic/

Celebrate Biketober with these Street Smarts reminders to keep you safe while cycling.

Your input is wanted! Visit our online open house through Oct. 19 to provide your valuable feedback on our Highway 1 Auxiliary Lanes & Bus-on-Shoulder Project and Coastal Rail Trail Segment 12 Project. https://www.hwy1-freedom-statepark.com/

The Almar retaining wall is going up as the work on Segment 7 of the rail trail continues. We are looking forward to the mid-November completion date!

Santa Cruz Biketober begins October 1st! Start logging your rides any time during the month of October, share the bike stoke, and have a chance to WIN $100 at a local bike shop of your choice from our partner agency Ecology Action. Sign up at lovetoride.net/santacruz #bikelovesc