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Newsby StaffOctober 31, 2024

California's VTA Launches Cutting Edge Approach To Livable Transit-Oriented Communities

Projects funded in this one-of-a-kind transit agency funding program received $15,000 to $175,000 to advance the creation of vibrant, equitable, and sustainable public spaces, housing, and commercial development near public transit stations throughout the county.

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ArticlesOctober 23, 2024

Caltrain Marks A New Era in Rail Transportation

Caltrain’s Electrification Project represents a transformative leap forward for transit in California’s Bay Area.

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Newsby StaffAugust 5, 2024

Feds Commit $5.1 billion to BART Silicon Valley Phase II Extension

The significant federal funding commitment will be the second largest award in the country and the largest West of the Hudson River. importance of the project to the region and the country.

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Newsby StaffJuly 31, 2024

Atlanta's MARTA Wins Prestigious APTA Award

The agency won the Outstanding Public Transportation System Award in the “50 million or more annual passenger trips” category. APTA also announced all of its winners for this year's awards program.

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Newsby StaffJuly 30, 2024

Santa Clara VTA Named Outstanding Public Transportation System

The top industry award from APTA honors a public transportation system member who has demonstrated achievement in efficiency and effectiveness among agencies providing more than 15 million but fewer than 50 million annual passenger trips.

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Newsby StaffJuly 8, 2024

Mineta Report Examines Building Equity into VMT Mitigation Program

The proposed program would provide a VMT mitigation option for local government agencies and developers, which would improve travel options for the community with an emphasis on cross-jurisdictional collaboration and equity.

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Newsby StaffJune 28, 2024

Santa Clara Valley VTA Awards Construction Management Contract for BART Extension

Under this contract, Bechtel will establish a program-wide organizational structure, processes, and procedures for effective management of all phases of construction, including early works construction, tunneling, stations, system testing, commissioning, close-out, and turnover of facilities.

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Newsby Staff and News ReportsJune 10, 2024

California's Valley Transportation Breaks Ground on New Light Rail Line

The Eastridge to BART Regional Connector will add 2.4 miles of light rail from the existing Alum Rock Transit Center to the Eastridge Transit Center, with stations at Story Road and the Eastridge Transit Center.

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Newsby News/Media ReleaseMay 13, 2024

FTA Budget Includes $500M for VTA's BART Silicon Valley Extension Project

The funding allocation demonstrates the federal government’s commitment to BART’s infrastructure project.

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Newsby StaffApril 23, 2024

FTA Recognizes 3 Agencies for Sustainability Efforts

The agencies participate in FTA's Sustainable Transit for a Healthy Planet Climate Challenge, which encourages transit leaders to take bold actions and prioritize investments to help tackle the climate crisis.

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