Announcements

RTC Seeking Input on Transit Needs in Santa Cruz County

Este es un mensaje bilingue. Por favor, lea a continuacion. The Santa Cruz County Regional Transportation Commission (RTC) is seeking input on transit needs in Santa Cruz County. What transit and/or specialized transportation services are needed in Santa Cruz County? Are there places you would like to get to on transit, but cannot? What would [...] The post RTC Seeking …
03/04/2025

Statement by RTC Executive Director Sarah Christensen

MISSION: SCCRTC develops and delivers transportation solutions for a vibrant, sustainable, and equitable community. It is an exciting time for improving transportation in our region, with many major regional projects under development that aim to address the mobility needs of our community. Below is an outlook on whats to come in the following months. Zero [...] The post Statement by …
02/28/2025

Guardrail Installation on Highway 1 Continues, Reopening of Southbound Ramp at Bay Ave. Set for Mid-March

A project to construct north and southbound auxiliary lanes and bus-on-shoulder improvements on Hwy. 1 between the Bay Avenue/Porter Street and State Park Drive interchanges continues with a focus on center median guardrails. Guardrail Installation The current phase of construction continues with guardrail installation in the center median. Once complete, crews will begin the process [...] The post Guardrail Installation …
02/27/2025

Chanticleer Ave. Cul-de-Sac to be Closed All Day Saturday, March 1 for Paving

Construction continues on a project to add north and southbound auxiliary lanes and bus-on-shoulder improvements on Highway 1 between the 41st Avenue and Soquel Drive interchanges and to aid in construction of a new bicycle and pedestrian overcrossing at Chanticleer Avenue. Closure Chanticleer Ave. Cul-de-Sac For Saturday, March 1, crews are scheduled to pave the [...] The post Chanticleer Ave. …
02/27/2025

RTC to Host Informational Community Session on Bridge Infrastructure

The Santa Cruz County Regional Transportation Commission (RTC) is hosting an Informational Community Session on bridge infrastructure related to the Zero Emission Passenger Rail and Trail (ZEPRT) project. Community members and interested stakeholders are invited to participate in this Informational Community Sessions to hear project updates and ask questions. Informational Community Session: Wednesday, Mar. 12, [...] The post RTC to …
02/26/2025

RTC to Host Capitola Town Hall on Rail and Trail Projects

Capitola Town Hall Rail and Trail Projects March 4, 2025 6-7:30 p.m. New Brighton Middle School Performing Arts Center 250 Washburn Ave., Capitola The Santa Cruz County Regional Transportation Commission in partnership with local jurisdictions is funding and implementing a number of multimodal transportation projects along the Santa Cruz Branch Rail Line. Come learn about [...] The post RTC to …
02/25/2025

Save the Date for the Chanticleer Bicycle & Pedestrian Overcrossing Ribbon Cutting!

The post Save the Date for the Chanticleer Bicycle & Pedestrian Overcrossing Ribbon Cutting! appeared first on SCCRTC.
02/12/2025

RTC Awarded $19.5 Million in Federal Grant Funding for Coastal Rail Trail Projects

The Santa Cruz County Regional Transportation Commission (RTC), in coordination with the City of Santa Cruz and the County of Santa Cruz, was awarded $19.5 million in Rebuilding American Infrastructure with Sustainability and Equity (RAISE) Grant funding from the U.S. Department of Transportation for the Coastal Rail Trail Segments 8 & 9, 10 & 11, [...] The post RTC Awarded …
01/08/2025

Public Input Invited on Wednesday, January 15 at Meeting in Felton for Highway 9 Preventative Maintenance Project

Caltrans and the RTC warmly invite you to attend a public meeting in Felton to hear project details and provide input regarding the upcoming South Santa Cruz Highway 9 capital preventative maintenance project.This meeting will take place on Wednesday, January 15, from 5 to 7 pm at the Felton Community Hall located at 6191 Highway [...] The post Public Input …
01/07/2025

RTC Mourns Loss of Former Commissioner Dr. Robert Quinn

The Santa Cruz County Regional Transportation Commission (RTC) is saddened to announce that former Commissioner Dr. Robert Quinn passed away unexpectedly on Dec. 22, 2024. Dr. Quinn was dedicated to public service and served on the RTC from January 2022 to December 2024 as the alternate to former Santa Cruz County Supervisor Zach Friend. He [...] The post RTC Mourns …
01/03/2025

Climate Adaptation Vulnerability Assessment and Priorities Draft Report Now Available for Public Comment

The Santa Cruz County Regional Transportation Commission (RTC) had released the Draft Climate Adaptation Vulnerability Assessment and Priorities (CAVA) Report for public review and comment. The RTC, the County of Santa Cruz Department of Community Development & Infrastructure and the Santa Cruz County Office of Response, Recovery & Resiliency partnered to develop the CAVA Report [...] The post Climate Adaptation …
12/23/2024

REMINDER: There’s Still Time to Participate in Milestone 3 for the Zero Emission Passenger Rail and Trail Project!

This fall, the Santa Cruz County Regional Transportation Commission (RTC) kicked off Milestone 3 for the Zero Emission Passenger Rail and Trail (ZEPRT) Project to share updates on rail and trail alignment options, project funding opportunities, ridership modeling approach, stations, bridge structures, and noise impacts. If you didnt get a chance to engage with us [...] The post REMINDER: Theres …
12/16/2024

Applications Being Accepted for Measure D Taxpayer Oversight Committee Districts 1, 3 & 5 Representatives

The Santa Cruz County Regional Transportation Commission (RTC) is currently accepting applications for the Measure D Taxpayer Oversight Committee for representatives from Districts 1, 3 & 5. This independent oversight committee will be tasked with reviewing how the funds generated by the transportation tax are being spent. The responsibilities of the Committee include: Members of [...] The post Applications Being …
12/04/2024

Milestone 3 Updates for the Zero Emission Passenger Rail and Trail Project!

In October 2024, the Santa Cruz County Regional Transportation Commission (RTC) kicked off Milestone 3 for the Zero Emission Passenger Rail and Trail Projects (ZEPRT) concept development. The project team is sharing updates related to rail and trail alignment options, project funding opportunities, ridership modeling approach, stations, bridge structures, and noise impacts. If you didnt [...] The post Milestone 3 …
11/27/2024

Transportation Agency for Monterey County seeking community input on proposed Pajaro-Watsonville Multimodal Station Project

The post Transportation Agency for Monterey County seeking community input on proposed Pajaro-Watsonville Multimodal Station Project appeared first on SCCRTC.
11/07/2024

RTC Seeking Input on Use of Measure D Funds on Regional Highway, Trail, Rail, and Lift Line Projects

The Santa Cruz County Regional Transportation Commission (RTC) invites the community to provide input on how it plans to invest voter-approved Measure D revenues. Measure D, the transportation improvement ballot measure passed by over 2/3 of Santa Cruz County voters in November 2016, provides funds for highway, trail, rail, multimodal local road, and transit programs [...] The post RTC Seeking …
10/30/2024

RTC Hosting Two Upcoming In-Person Community Workshops and a Virtual Open House for the Zero Emission Passenger Rail and Trail Project!

The Santa Cruz County Regional Transportation Commission (RTC) is kicking off Milestone 3 for the Zero Emission Passenger Rail and Trail Project (ZEPRT) to share updates related to rail and trail alignment options in development, project funding opportunities, ridership modeling approach, stations, bridge structures and noise impacts. Join us at one of our upcoming in-person [...] The post RTC Hosting …
10/29/2024

Mobile Home Encroachment Options Report

The Santa Cruz County Regional Transportation Commission (RTC) owns and maintains the Santa Cruz Branch Rail Line (SCBRL) right-of-way and is moving forward with developing transportation services on the SCBRL right-of-way between the City of Santa Cruz and Pajaro just south of the City of Watsonville. As owner of the Santa Cruz Branch Rail Line [...] The post Mobile Home …
10/15/2024

Highway 17 Tree Work to Close One Northbound Lane Between Pasatiempo Dr. and La Madrona Dr.

Tree removal work will result in daytime closures of one lane of northbound Hwy. 17 in Santa Cruz next week. Starting Monday Oct. 14, and continuing through Friday Oct. 18, travelers will encounter a closure of the #2 (right) lane from 9 am to 3 pm, between Pasatiempo Dr. and La Madrona Dr. Please allow [...] The post Highway 17 …
10/10/2024

RTC to Host Informational Community Sessions on Zero Emission Passenger Rail and Trail Project’s Concept Development

The Santa Cruz County Regional Transportation Commission (RTC) is hosting two Informational Community Sessions for the Zero Emission Passenger Rail and Trail (ZEPRT) projects concept development. Community members and interested stakeholders are invited to participate in these Informational Community Sessions to hear project updates and ask questions. Informational Community Session #1: Wednesday, Oct. 23, 2024 [...] The post RTC to …
10/09/2024

Full Overnight Closure of Southbound Highway 1 Set for Monday October 7

Hwy 1. Auxiliary Lane/Bus-on-Shoulder Project between Bay/Porter and State Park Full Overnight Closure of Southbound Highway 1 Set for Monday October 7 A project to construct north and southbound auxiliary lanes and bus-on-shoulder improvements on Hwy. 1 between the Bay Avenue/Porter Street and State Park Drive interchanges continues with an overnight closure of southbound Highway [...] The post Full Overnight …
10/07/2024

Rural Highways Safety Plan – We Need Your Input!

The RTC is kicking off the Rural Highways Safety Plan (RHSP) for Santa Cruz County, and we need your help. This Plan seeks to enhance safety for all users of the Countys six undivided rural highways: Highway 1 north of the City of Santa Cruz, Highways 9, 236, and 35, and Highways 129 and 152 [...] The post Rural Highways …
10/03/2024

Register now for Biketober and win prizes for riding your bike!

Biketober Santa Cruz is a fun, free challenge and you, your friends, and your co-workers are all invited to participate. The aim is simple - to get more people to enjoy the benefits of riding bikes. You can ride anywhere, anytime in October to participate. By logging your bike trips on Love to Ride or [...] The post Register now …
10/01/2024

Highway 1 Paving Project Near Aptos Continues with Overnight Lane and Ramp Closures

A project to improve pavement quality along four miles of Highway 1 in southern Santa Cruz County resumes with paving of the mainline and ramps. This paving operation is expected to take place over the next three weeks. This 4-mile pavement rehabilitation project will take place on Highway 1 from 0.9 miles north of the [...] The post Highway 1 …
09/30/2024

Hwy. 1 Overnight Lane Closures to Begin Sept. 29

A project to construct north and southbound auxiliary lanes and bus-on-shoulder improvements on Hwy. 1 between the Bay Avenue/Porter Street and State Park Drive interchanges continues next week with a closure of the Bay/Porter onramp to southbound Highway 1. Southbound Bay Ave./Porter St. Onramp to Close As a reminder, starting Sunday Sept. 29, travelers will [...] The post Hwy. 1 …
09/26/2024

Bay Ave./Porter St. Onramp to Southbound Hwy. 1 in Capitola to Close Sept. 29 for Two Months

A project to construct north and southbound auxiliary lanes and bus-on-shoulder improvements on Hwy. 1 between the Bay Avenue/Porter Street and State Park Drive interchanges continues next week with a closure of the Bay/Porter onramp to southbound Highway 1. Starting Sunday Sept. 29, travelers will encounter a two-month closure of the Bay Ave./Porter St. onramp [...] The post Bay Ave./Porter …
09/19/2024

Construction Continues on Highway 1 From Bay/Porter to Park Avenue in Capitola

A project to construct north and southbound auxiliary lanes and bus-on-shoulder improvements on Hwy. 1 between the Bay Avenue/Porter Street and State Park Drive Interchanges continues with construction activities within this corridor. The reconstruction of the Capitola Avenue Overcrossing which was demolished this past April continues with completion expected in November 2025 weather permitting. The [...] The post Construction Continues …
09/16/2024

RTC Board Announces Sarah Christensen as New Executive Director

The Santa Cruz County Regional Transportation Commission (RTC) is pleased to announce that, after an extensive search, RTC Senior Transportation Engineer Sarah Christensen has been hired as the agencys new Executive Director. Christensen has over 19 years of experience in organizational leadership, planning, and implementation of major capital projects along the Central Coast and in [...] The post RTC Board …
09/05/2024

Capitola Ave Overcrossing at Hwy 1 Set for Long-Term Closure

Highway 1 Corridor Project Between Bay/Porter and State Park to Begin with Closure and Demolition of Capitola Avenue Overcrossing Work is underway on a project to construct north and southbound auxiliary lanes and bus-on-shoulder improvements on Highway 1 between the Bay Avenue/Porter Street and State Park Drive interchanges. This project will also construct a bicycle/pedestrian [...] The post Capitola Ave …
03/01/2024

Full Overnight Closures on Highway 1 and Soquel Avenue Set for Monday, Feb. 12 and Tuesday, Feb. 13

Construction continues on a project to build north and southbound auxiliary lanes and bus-on-shoulder improvements on Highway 1 between the 41st Avenue and Soquel Drive interchanges and to construct a new bicycle and pedestrian overcrossing at Chanticleer Avenue. Full Overnight Closures of Highway 1 For Monday Feb. 12, travelers will encounter a full closure of... [Read More]
02/09/2024

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RTC Seeking Community Members for New Transportation Equity Workgroup

The Santa Cruz County Regional Transportation Commission (RTC) is accepting applications from community members interested in serving on the agency’s new Transportation Equity Workgroup.  The Workgroup will advise the RTC and partner agencies on integrati…
(09/12/2023)

RTC Awarded $1.9 Million for Three Sustainable Transportation Planning Grants

The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) has awarded the Santa Cruz County Regional Transportation Commission (RTC) $1.9 million for three Sustainable Transportation Planning Grants for projects that will focus on rural highway safety, and t…
(09/07/2023)

Highway 1 Project Continues with New Dates for Traffic Control on Soquel Avenue

Construction continues on a project to construct north and southbound auxiliary lanes and bus-on-shoulder improvements on Highway 1 between the 41st Avenue and Soquel Drive interchanges and to construct a new bicycle and pedestrian overcrossing at Chantic…
(09/03/2023)

2023 Consolidated Call for Projects

The RTC is currently soliciting applications for approximately $26.6 million in regional shares of certain state and federal funds. Applications must be submitted by email to programming@sccrtc.org by 3:00pm on October 25, 2023: Call for Projects : Memora…
(08/21/2023)

Highway 1 Project Construction Update for Week of Aug. 6

Construction will continue next week on a project to construct north and southbound auxiliary lanes and bus-on-shoulder improvements on Highway 1 between the 41st Avenue and Soquel Drive interchanges and to construct a new bicycle and pedestrian overcross…
(08/04/2023)

RTC Releases Draft 2023 Public Participation Plan for Public Comment

Residents Invited to Help Shape Strategy for Expanding Public Involvement The Santa Cruz County Regional Transportation Commission (RTC) has released its Draft 2023 Public Participation Plan (PPP) for public comment. The plan, prepared by the Association …
(06/20/2023)

Highway 1 Project Between Soquel Drive and 41st Avenue Construction Update for Week of June 18

Construction will continue next week on a project to construct north and southbound auxiliary lanes and bus-on-shoulder improvements on Highway 1 between the 41st Avenue and Soquel Drive interchanges and to construct a new bicycle and pedestrian overcross…
(06/16/2023)

Comments on Draft San Lorenzo Valley Schools Circulation and Access Study Due June 30

The Santa Cruz County Regional Transportation Commission (RTC) released the draft San Lorenzo Valley Schools Circulation and Access Study for review and public comment on May 5,2023. Comments from stakeholders and the public are due to the RTC by 12 p.m. …
(06/14/2023)

Highway 1 Project Between Soquel and 41st Continues Next Week with Daytime and Overnight Work

Construction will continue next week on a project to construct north and southbound auxiliary lanes and bus-on-shoulder improvements on Highway 1 between the 41st Avenue and Soquel Drive interchanges and to construct a new bicycle and pedestrian overcross…
(06/08/2023)

Public Hearing on Highway 1 Auxiliary Lane, Bus-On-Shoulder & Coastal Rail Trail Segment 12 Project Draft Environmental Impact Report/Environmental Assessment

The Santa Cruz County Regional Transportation Commission (RTC) will hold a public hearing to solicit community input on the Draft Environmental Impact Report/Environmental Assessment (DEIR/EA) for the proposed Highway 1 Auxiliary Lane/Bus-on-Shoulder (Sta…
(05/26/2023)