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Category: News Articles

Long Range Multimodal Transportation Plan Maps the Way to a Better Transportation Future

SBCTA has been developing a Long Range Multimodal Transportation Plan (LRMTP) that responds to key challenges and new policy initiatives not anticipated by the previous Countywide Transportation Plan. The transportation system envisioned in the LRMTP should enable SBCTA and its jurisdictions to thrive across the diverse spectrum of its population, geography, economic conditions, and natural […]

Ride Happy! Campaign Designed to Enhance the Transit Experience for Everyone

SBCTA is excited to announce Ride Happy! – a campaign designed to make using public transit a better experience for every rider. Anyone who rides transit in San Bernardino County can become part of the campaign by sharing their story—and be entered in a quarterly drawing to win prizes. Public transit offers a wealth of […]

First Diverging Diamond Interchange in San Bernardino Begins Construction

The start of construction to improve the interchange at Interstate 215 and University Parkway in the city of San Bernardino marks the launch of an innovative strategy to remove congestion and improve traffic. The interchange is heavily used by local residents and businesses and serves as a lifeline for students and faculty driving to the […]

City of Barstow Celebrates North First Avenue Bridge Completion

On Tuesday, November 19, 2024, the City of Barstow celebrated the completion of the North First Avenue Bridge project, a critical project led by the San Bernardino County Transportation Authority (SBCTA), with a ribbon-cutting ceremony that highlighted its importance to the community and the region’s transportation network. Hosted by the City of Barstow, the event […]

Business 2 Business Expo Expecting Record Turnout

Fall is here which means it is time for our annual Business-to-Business Expo on Wednesday, October 16. Once again, this event will seek to unite the transportation industry, fostering relationships between prime and subcontractors and educating potential bidders about contracting opportunities with SBCTA. Prior to the Expo, the day will begin with the State of […]

Construction Management Services Awarded for Next Phase of US 395 Improvements

High Desert motorists will soon see the second of a three-phase strategy to improve US 395 between Victorville and Adelanto.  US 395 is one of the main north/south highways in Southern California, providing access to and linking economic centers, recreational areas, and urban and rural regions.  The project seeks to enhance safety and allow for […]

ZEMU is ON TRACK for Introduction into Service

Since the arrival of ZEMU (America’s first zero-emission multiple unit passenger train), it has been full steam ahead toward integration into the Metrolink fleet for the eastern end of the San Bernardino Line. Crews have been diligent in their effort to make this state-of-the-art, hydrogen fuel cell – battery hybrid vehicle ready for passenger service.  […]

Connecting Transit to Travel – ONT Connector

As the Inland Empire continues to grow, the need for efficient, integrated transportation solutions becomes increasingly vital. To help meet this need, SBCTA’s proposed ONT Connector project would build an underground shuttle system to transport people between the Cucamonga Metrolink Station and Ontario International Airport (ONT). But ONT Connector is not just about improving airport […]

In Memoriam – Joseph Tavaglione

On August 1, 2024, longtime California Transportation Commission (CTC) member Joseph Tavaglione passed away at the age of 101. Commissioner Tavaglione was the longest serving member in CTC history, serving more than 21 years from October 2002 to July 1, 2024. Mr. Tavaglione was appointed by Governor Gray Davis and reappointed by Governors Arnold Schwarzenegger, […]

Outreach Educates College Students/Faculty on I-215 University

SBCTA’s I-215/University Parkway Interchange Project is set to begin construction at the end of October 2024. To keep the campus community at California State University, San Bernardino (CSUSB) well informed, SBCTA is working closely with the university to provide critical details about the project. This partnership will focus on sharing information about construction impacts and […]
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