NVTA staff outline six‑year program evaluation; public comment set April 2–May 17 NVTA staff told the Planning Coordination Advisory Committee they received 27 eligible project applications requesting about $1.2 billion and outlined how legal CRRC ranking, transaction ratings and long‑term benefit analysis will shape recommendations; public comment opens April 2 with a May 14 hearing.

Northern Virginia is gearing up for a pivotal six-year transportation program, with 27 eligible projects vying for a staggering $1.2 billion in funding, but public input could shape the final decisions!

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Durham leaders vow to keep GoDurham fare free while staff outline $10M-plus transit shortfall City staff told council the GoDurham transit fund faces a structural deficit—driven by higher paratransit costs, contract wage increases and repair needs—and proposed options including eligibility changes, service cuts, tax increases or more county funding; council signaled no appetite to end fare-free service and asked for more analyses and regional talks.

Durham City leaders are grappling with a looming $10 million transit deficit, yet they remain committed to keeping GoDurham fare-free for low-income riders.

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CalSTA previews TIRCP draft guidelines, sets funding estimate and application timeline California State Transportation Agency staff outlined draft updates to the Transit and Intercity Rail Capital Program guidelines, said they expect about $900 million for the next cycle, and set public-comment and application deadlines while noting the cap-and-invest appropriation is now capped at $400 million per year under staff assumptions.

California's Transit and Intercity Rail Capital Program is set to unlock nearly $900 million for rail and transit projects, with application deadlines fast approaching!

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Two Rivers council debates options to sustain Maritime Metro Transit Route 1 as local contribution rises Councilors and residents urged saving MMT Route 1 while weighing how to pay for it: Two Rivers’ share for 2026 is roughly $156,000, staff said, and council discussed raising fares, scheduling changes and seeking institutional partners rather than voting on funding tonight.

Two Rivers residents are rallying to protect Maritime Metro Transit’s crucial Route 1 amid rising costs, but can taxpayers shoulder the burden?

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California Transportation Commission, UC Davis stress equity and demand as Active Transportation Program grows At the opening plenary of the 2025 Active Transportation Program Symposium at UC Davis, California Transportation Commission leaders and UC Davis researchers highlighted the program's role as the state's only dedicated funding source for walking and bicycling, the program's emphasis on serving disadvantaged communities, and technical-assistance and

California's Active Transportation Program is revolutionizing mobility by funding over 1,200 projects aimed at building healthier, more equitable communities for all.

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Study Reveals Higher Pedestrian Crash Rates in Disadvantaged Urban Areas Research shows pedestrian crashes in disadvantaged areas are twice as likely to cause serious injuries.

A shocking new study reveals that pedestrians in California's disadvantaged neighborhoods are twice as likely to suffer serious injuries or fatalities in crashes compared to their more affluent counterparts.

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San Francisco Board unanimously approves Sharon Lai for Municipal Transportation Agency Supervisors unanimously support Sharon Lai's appointment to the Municipal Transportation Agency Board.

San Francisco's Board of Supervisors just made a historic move by unanimously appointing Sharon Lai to the Municipal Transportation Agency, ensuring that diverse voices are heard in city governance!

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City launches $5M safety action plan aiming for zero roadway fatalities and serious injuries City launches safety action plan aiming for zero roadway fatalities through public involvement and funding.

College Place is on a mission to eliminate roadway fatalities with a bold $5 million Safety Action Plan that prioritizes community involvement and innovative solutions.

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