Assistant Deputy Director, Programming — Transit and Intercity Rail Capital Program
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Oct 8, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Interagency Transportation Equity Advisory Committee Business Meeting
The committee discussed the role of transportation infrastructure within District 2, highlighting the challenges of rural connectivity, disaster resilience, and the impact of highways on both local communities and tribal territories. A significant portion of the meeting focused on the importance of consultation with the Pit River Tribe regarding transportation projects that traverse ancestral lands, emphasizing the need to balance infrastructure progress with cultural preservation. Additionally, the committee explored the contrasting perspectives on Main Street corridors, acknowledging their role in economic stimulus for small towns while addressing concerns regarding their potential divisive impact on tribal areas.
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The committee reviewed the draft Senate Bill 339 Road Usage Charge Revenue Collection Pilot report, which served as the final pilot conducted under the committee's oversight. The meeting focused on reflecting upon 11 years of work regarding road usage charge pilots, addressing privacy concerns, and discussing future transportation funding challenges as revenue from traditional gas taxes declines. Participants provided recommendations for future demonstration programs, including the potential to incorporate state fleets and autonomous vehicles into mileage-based revenue models to ensure sustainable infrastructure funding.
Sep 2, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Tri-State Transportation Commission Meeting
The meeting focused on regional transportation collaboration among the states of California, Oregon, and Washington. Discussions centered on shared transportation challenges, including climate planning, infrastructure resilience, and adaptation strategies. Additionally, the commission addressed sustainable transportation funding mechanisms, exploring alternatives to the traditional gas tax such as road usage charging and tolling to support long-term financial sustainability. A panel presentation detailed the Climate Access, Asset, and Infrastructure Resiliency Plan.
Aug 24, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
California Transportation Commission Meeting
The meeting included the approval of a status report on the Transit and Intercity Rail Capital Program Loan in accordance with Assembly Bill 117. Additionally, the commission received an informational presentation on the draft California Transportation Plan 2050, which outlines statewide transportation goals and strategies for reducing greenhouse gas emissions and vehicle miles traveled. The session also featured an update on the San Diego Coronado Bay Bridge Foundation rehabilitation and suicide deterrent barrier projects.
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