Trending...
- California: Governor Newsom, Superintendent Thurmond announce over $618 million to support another 458 community schools - 124
- Psychological Thriller "Killing Off Connor" To Open 34th IFS Film Fest After 12-years In Post
- California: Governor Newsom announces upgrades to 21 state fish hatcheries to boost salmon populations
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
CONTACT
Colin Heyne, Public Information Manager, Department of Transportation
408-858-5963; colin.heyne@sanjoseca.gov
San José Celebrates Over $62 million in Grants for Transportation Safety
SAN JOSE, Calif. (Jan 26, 2023) – The City of San José is celebrating the announcement of several grant awards for transportation safety projects that support walking, biking, and taking transit. The Metropolitan Transportation Commission (MTC) announced the projects chosen for the One Bay Area Grant (OBAG) and Active Transportation Program (ATP) awards on January 25. San José projects fared extremely well. With a total of $62.34 million in grant awards, the largest city in the Bay Area received more project funding than any other agency.
The winning San José projects include Vision Zero safety improvements, conversion of one-way streets to two-way, and completely revamping some streets to better accommodate walking, bicycling, and transit use. To make the best use of the funding amounts available, some proposed projects were awarded for initial phases, while others were funded through construction. The Department of Transportation will continue to seek funding to fully implement all of the projects.
"In 2022, San José had the most pedestrian and traffic-related deaths in our modern history – each death is a devastating and irreplaceable loss for our entire community," said San José Mayor and MTC Commissioner Matt Mahan. "Our traffic safety challenges won't fix themselves – and infrastructure improvements are one of the most significant ways to make the changes needed to save lives. San José is thankful to the Metropolitan Transportation Commission for funding these critical projects."
More on The Californer
"From big cities like San José to small towns like Healdsburg, the Active Transportation Program and One Bay Area Grant play an important role in advancing regional goals to make the Bay Area better connected, safer, healthier and economically vibrant," said MTC Executive Director Therese W. McMillan.
"These projects will make significant progress in our mission to update San José streets from car-focused and fast to safe and welcoming for all types of travel," said John Ristow, Director of Transportation. "The City has aggressive goals to make it far safer and easier to use sustainable transportation and produce fewer greenhouse gas emissions. We're very grateful to the MTC for giving us the funding we need to work toward those goals."
The five San José project awards and key features are listed below:
About the City of San José
More on The Californer
With more than one million residents, San José is one of the most diverse large cities in the United States and is Northern California's largest city and the 10th largest city in the nation. San José's transformation into a global innovation center has resulted in one of the largest concentrations of technology companies and expertise in the world. In 2011, the City adopted Envision San José 2040, a long-term growth plan that sets forth a vision and a comprehensive road map to guide the City's anticipated growth through the year 2040.
About the Department of Transportation
The San José Department of Transportation (DOT) plans, develops, operates, and maintains transportation facilities, services, and related systems that contribute to the livability and economic health of the city. Our goal is to provide a transportation system that is safe, efficient, and convenient for all modes of transportation, and which supports San José's livability and economic vitality.
CONTACT
Colin Heyne, Public Information Manager, Department of Transportation
408-858-5963; colin.heyne@sanjoseca.gov
San José Celebrates Over $62 million in Grants for Transportation Safety
SAN JOSE, Calif. (Jan 26, 2023) – The City of San José is celebrating the announcement of several grant awards for transportation safety projects that support walking, biking, and taking transit. The Metropolitan Transportation Commission (MTC) announced the projects chosen for the One Bay Area Grant (OBAG) and Active Transportation Program (ATP) awards on January 25. San José projects fared extremely well. With a total of $62.34 million in grant awards, the largest city in the Bay Area received more project funding than any other agency.
The winning San José projects include Vision Zero safety improvements, conversion of one-way streets to two-way, and completely revamping some streets to better accommodate walking, bicycling, and transit use. To make the best use of the funding amounts available, some proposed projects were awarded for initial phases, while others were funded through construction. The Department of Transportation will continue to seek funding to fully implement all of the projects.
"In 2022, San José had the most pedestrian and traffic-related deaths in our modern history – each death is a devastating and irreplaceable loss for our entire community," said San José Mayor and MTC Commissioner Matt Mahan. "Our traffic safety challenges won't fix themselves – and infrastructure improvements are one of the most significant ways to make the changes needed to save lives. San José is thankful to the Metropolitan Transportation Commission for funding these critical projects."
More on The Californer
- BIG SPENCE to bring filmmaking expertise to Kerman High School
- California: Governor Newsom announces billions of dollars for behavioral health treatment facilities and services for seriously ill and homeless thanks to Prop 1
- Harrow House Films to Release the Horror Series Surviving La Llorona
- IN the Spirit" Spoken Word Documentary Set to Captivate Audiences Worldwide in Summer 2025**
- Mother's Day Wake-Up Call for Maternal Health: New Initiative Demands Better Postpartum Support
"From big cities like San José to small towns like Healdsburg, the Active Transportation Program and One Bay Area Grant play an important role in advancing regional goals to make the Bay Area better connected, safer, healthier and economically vibrant," said MTC Executive Director Therese W. McMillan.
"These projects will make significant progress in our mission to update San José streets from car-focused and fast to safe and welcoming for all types of travel," said John Ristow, Director of Transportation. "The City has aggressive goals to make it far safer and easier to use sustainable transportation and produce fewer greenhouse gas emissions. We're very grateful to the MTC for giving us the funding we need to work toward those goals."
The five San José project awards and key features are listed below:
Project Name | Key Features | Grant Amount | Total Project Cost (Estimated) |
---|---|---|---|
Jackson Avenue Complete Streets | Environmental review, design, and construction along Alum Rock Avenue to Story Road segment:
| $3.3 million | $50.8 million (Full corridor implementation, Berryessa Road to Story Road) |
Julian and St. James Livable Streets Couplet Conversion | Construction of:
| $12.9 million | $16.2 million |
Signalized Intersections Pedestrian Safety Improvements | Design and construction of intersection improvements at First & Virginia streets; Seventh & Reed streets; Naglee & Dana avenues:
| $6.3 million | $7.9 million |
Story-Keyes Complete Streets | Environmental review, design, and construction of:
| $36.4 million | $41.1 million |
White Road Pedestrian Safety Improvements | Environmental review and preliminary design of:
| $3.4 million | $74.4 million (Full corridor implementation) |
About the City of San José
More on The Californer
- AMERICAN SKIN ASSOCIATION ANNOUNCES RESEARCH ACHIEVEMENT AWARDS
- Your community classifieds [Vivinavi] offers FREE reservation system
- Southbox Entertainment, FinTech Pioneer & Entrepreneur Jon Gosier Join Psychological Thriller The Dutchman as Financing Partner
- SlotCycle Joins Association of Gaming Equipment Manufacturers (AGEM) to Advance Sustainable Gaming Solutions
- Red Willow Art Building New Artist Models For the Future Art Market
With more than one million residents, San José is one of the most diverse large cities in the United States and is Northern California's largest city and the 10th largest city in the nation. San José's transformation into a global innovation center has resulted in one of the largest concentrations of technology companies and expertise in the world. In 2011, the City adopted Envision San José 2040, a long-term growth plan that sets forth a vision and a comprehensive road map to guide the City's anticipated growth through the year 2040.
About the Department of Transportation
The San José Department of Transportation (DOT) plans, develops, operates, and maintains transportation facilities, services, and related systems that contribute to the livability and economic health of the city. Our goal is to provide a transportation system that is safe, efficient, and convenient for all modes of transportation, and which supports San José's livability and economic vitality.
0 Comments
Latest on The Californer
- Aysha Burton: Kids Soccer Prodigy & Olympic Development Program Athlete
- TOMORROW: Governor Newsom to make statewide funding announcement to address California's mental health and homelessness crisis
- PBK Miner completes $80 million Series B financing to support AI cloud mining and increase user investment return by 25%
- San Francisco Mobile Notary Streamlines Services with Cutting-Edge eJournal from Jurat Inc
- FlixxxCity.com Offers $100,000 Adult Film Contract to Luigi Mangione
- Global Tea Sensation CHAGEE Opened U.S. First Modern Tea House at Westfield Century City, Los Angeles
- Asset-Backed Green Crypto: Fueling the Trillion-Dollar Revolution
- OGN INVESTIGATION NOTICE: Investigation Launched into Organon & Co. and Attorneys Encourage Investors with Substantial Losses or Witnesses with Relevant Information to Contact Law Firm
- San Diego Author Debuts Thrilling Time-Travel Novel
- Bennett Awards Designs Two Cohesive Custom Awards for 2025 Sci-Tech Academy Awards
- Poll Finds Overwhelming Opposition to Keeping Big Cats as Pets
- SM Telecom Expands AT&T Partnership to Deliver Cutting-Edge 5G+ Wireless Solutions New Collab Brings AT&T's Advanced 5G+ Technology to Cellphone
- Governor Newsom proclaims Older Californians Month
- Groundbreaking Launches 154-Acre Los Cerritos Wetlands Restoration in Long Beach – Single Largest Increase in Open Space in Long Beach in Decades
- Don Barnhart Drops Unapologetically Hilarious Comedy Special "You Do You," On Open Bar Network
- Cygnet Theatre Announces The Cast and Creative Team of Rodgers and Hammerstein's Oklahoma!
- Shon Garage Door Repair Expands Trusted Services to San Diego, CA
- Nicky Dare Honors Indonesian Heritage at VAPI–Valley Asian and Pacific Islanders Cultural Festival
- California launches new AI-powered chatbot that provides wildfire resources in 70 languages
- Summit Startup Solutions Launches Innovative, Flexible Support Services for Startups