Streetsblog California
Streetsblog California
New Portantino Legislation Would Force Better Transportation Planning in California Cities
“There is no denying it, California needs safer streets,” stated Portantino.
February 9, 2022
San Diego County Ponders a VMT Tax, with a Twist
This tax, if approved, wouldn’t cover all of the SANDAG region, but would provide a steady revenue stream for its urban center.
February 9, 2022
Newsom Appoints Caltrans Head to Lead California State Transportation Agency
Director Toks Omishakin Moves Up
February 8, 2022
Bill Would Extend Environmental Exemption for Bike, Walk, Transit Projects
S.B. 288's temporary CEQA exemption, having proving useful, would be made permanent
February 7, 2022
CA Bill Would Outlaw Freeway Expansions through Environmental Justice Communities
Maybe this is what it takes: Asm. Cristina Garcia's A.B. 1778 would prohibit the state from funding or permitting freeway expansions in "Environmental Justice" communities
February 3, 2022
Applications Open for AARP Community Challenge Grants
Small grants for "quick-action" projects that help communities become more livable: public spaces, housing, transportation, civic engagement. Deadline: March 22
February 2, 2022
“Solving” Congestion Creates Worse Problems
Our “cures” for congestion are often worse than the problem.
January 31, 2022
Op-Ed: REAP 2.0 Grants Should Fund Housing That Helps Meet Climate Goals
Transformative investments can create more equitable housing opportunities while reducing carbon emissions. Now is our chance to fund them.
January 28, 2022
Caltrans: Complete Streets Are Coming, But Not With Much Urgency
Updates from the California Transportation Commission on Complete Streets, ATP, and more
January 27, 2022
Applications Now Open for Community Pedestrian and Bicycle Safety Training
Bring knowledge about identifying safety issues and strategies to fix them to your community
January 24, 2022
