On Friday, SBCTA Staff conducted a tour and roundtable discussion with Mark Tollefson (Undersecretary California State Transportation Agency), Molly Wiltshire (Acting Director of External Affairs, Office of the Governor), and Carina Tamayo (Inland Empire Deputy Regional Director, External Affairs, Office of the Governor). SBCTA staff took the opportunity to highlight both successes and challenges of […]
In early November, San Bernardino County Transportation Authority (SBCTA) and San Bernardino Council of Governments (SBCOG) hosted its annual Business 2 Business Expo (Expo). For a decade now, the Expo is held to connect prime and subcontractor firms for future teaming opportunities, enhance awareness of local labor, and educate prospective bidders on contracting opportunities. Participating […]
Ted Alejandre, San Bernardino County Superintendent of Schools, presented to the SBCTA/SBCOG Board at the December Board meeting providing an update on the County’s educational system. Opportunities to live, work, and have access to educational resources are essential components to improving the quality of life for individuals within San Bernardino County and there are numerous […]
Metrolink’s Holiday Express Train made a stop at Rancho Cucamonga on Saturday, December 2, offering a one-of-a-kind, family-friendly experience. Nearly 1,000 riders were treated to an hour-long journey between Rancho Cucamonga and Covina stations, complete with decorations, carolers, and beloved holiday characters. Metrolink hosts the event each year not only to offer families a fun […]
In October, SBCTA’s Zero Emission Multiple Unit (ZEMU) made its U.S. debut at the American Public Transit Association’s national conference in Orlando, Florida. The ZEMU, developed by train manufacturer Stadler and in partnership with the California State Transportation Agency, will be the first self-powered hydrogen train in North America. Currently, the ZEMU is undergoing federal […]
Brightline West’s High-Speed Rail Project received some good news to end the year as it announced a major investment from the federal government. The U.S. Department of Transportation announced on Tuesday, December 5, 2023, that the Brightline West project will be receiving a $3 billion grant funded through the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. The high-speed rail […]
Traffic in and out of Los Angeles is being significantly impacted due to the closure of a portion of the I-10 Freeway in Downtown LA. Metrolink is committed to expanding its service and capacity to ensure riders can get where they are going on time and without stress. Caltrans has recommended that residents work from […]
SBCTA, in cooperation with the City of Barstow and Burlington Northern Santa Fe (BNSF) Railroad, is leading the construction effort to replace the existing North First Avenue Bridge. The bridge has served as a critical lifeline for the City of Barstow and the surrounding community and serves as the main thoroughfare to essential services such […]
On Thursday, October 12, SBCTA in partnership with Omnitrans, marked the start of construction on the West Valley Connector (WVC) Project with a groundbreaking ceremony in the City of Ontario. The momentous event took place along what will soon be a 19-mile, 100% zero-emission Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) route traversing the cities of Pomona, Montclair, […]
The Victor Valley Transit Authority (VVTA) marked its 30th anniversary with a ceremony underlining the organization’s three-decade commitment to serving the High Desert community. The celebration took place at VVTA’s headquarters in Hesperia last month. The event, attended by notable officials including Assemblyman Juan Carrillo and distinguished guests such as the mayors of Adelanto, Barstow, […]
