Legislative Analyst Studies Newsom’s Transportation “Budget Solutions”
The Governor's proposals to shift money from transit and the Active Transportation Program are "reasonable," given budget constraints, says the LAO. But the legislature could do something different. Like make cuts to highways instead??
February 16, 2023
A Small but Crucial EV Program in the Central Valley Has Disappeared
The Central Valley News Collaborative reports that Cantua Creek had its EV program abruptly canceled during the pandemic, and the cars were "taken away."
February 15, 2023
State E-bike Incentive Program Is Still a Ways Off
There is a lot of pressure to get the program right, and a lot of interest and participation in program workgroups. And questions.
February 10, 2023
New Bill Would Improve Sight Distances at Intersections
Assemblymember Alex Lee's A.B. 413 would prohibit vehicles from parking or stopping at the curb within twenty feet of a marked crosswalk or intersection
February 3, 2023
USDOT Announces First Grants from its Safe Streets and Roads for All Program
The Bipartisan Infrastructure Law program will give California communities $133 million for road safety projects and plans
February 3, 2023
California Grants Billions for Transit Projects
Cuts proposed to the Transit and Intercity Rail Capital Program by Governor Newsom would affect future funding cycles, if they happen. Meanwhile, $3.68 billion will be awarded in 2023.
February 1, 2023
New Tool Helps Planners and Public Visualize Vehicle Miles Traveled
Maps can help people really see how much driving Californians do, locally and regionally
January 13, 2023
Governor’s Proposed Budget Takes Back Promised ATP Funding, and Ignores Transit
Newsom's draft CA budget takes into account an estimated $22.5 billion shortfall this year by pulling back some promised funds
January 12, 2023
Legislative Analyst Office Report: Scoping Plan Lacks Clear Strategies
Fighting climate change will take more than a guiding document. Is the California Air Resources Board responsible for all of it?
January 5, 2023
