Did you know that both the San Bernardino County Transportation Authority (SBCTA) and the San Bernardino Council of Governments (SBCOG) are guided by the same elected representatives from the 24 cities and towns and five county supervisorial districts, serving our residents in a comprehensive approach toward a better quality of life? The distinction, however, is […]
Earth Day is observed annually to raise awareness about environmental issues and to advocate for the protection of our planet. In addition to encouraging the public to ride the bus or train, carpool, vanpool, and bike or walk to work, SBCTA is working on two projects to promote sustainability for the county’s 2.2 million residents. […]
The New Year marks an important anniversary in the history of San Bernardino County – 20 years since voters overwhelmingly extended Measure I and, in the process, acknowledged the importance of public investment in our transportation future. Today, the half-cent sales tax included under Measure I generates about $240 million per year to improve local […]
Major capital investments – highways, bridges and state-of-the-art transit systems – showcase some of the more obvious benefits of Measure I, the taxpayer-supported half-cent sales tax for transportation improvements in San Bernardino County. What you might not know is that Measure I also supports programs that improve access and connectivity, especially for some of our […]
At the San Bernardino County Transportation Authority (SBCTA), we believe in recognizing and supporting our nation’s heroes. That’s why we’re proud to introduce the Disabled Veteran Program, offering toll-free travel on the SB Express Lanes along I-10. Here’s how to enroll in the Disabled Veteran Program: If you believe you qualify for a Disabled Veteran […]
A groundbreaking ceremony was held earlier this month in Ontario for one of the most highly anticipated public transit projects in San Bernardino County history, the West Valley Connector – a 19-mile, 100% zero-emission Bus Rapid Transit system that would not be possible without the financial support of Measure I. The half-cent sales tax for […]
When voters in San Bernardino County first approved Measure I – a half-cent sales tax for transportation improvements – they probably couldn’t have imagined how dramatically the county would grow. The year was 1989, and the county’s population stood at 1.3 million. Today, we’re home to nearly 2.3 million people, and have emerged as one […]
In a significant step towards achieving a greener transportation future, a recent news article explains how California recently passed groundbreaking train emissions rules, demonstrating the state’s ongoing commitment to combating climate change and improving air quality. The new regulations aim to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from trains and improve air quality throughout the state. SBCTA […]
Ontario is a true economic driver, not just for San Bernardino County and the Inland Empire, but the entire Southern California region. It is home to 180,000 people, 90,000 jobs, a robust business community, major freeways, an international airport, and a mall that attracts more visitors every year than Disneyland. Accessible transportation is a must. […]
The North First Avenue Bridge Project in Barstow has had a dubious record for years. Built in 1930, it has fallen into disrepair over the decades, earning a sufficiency rating from Caltrans of 3 out of 100 back in 2012. The bridge is classified as both structurally deficient and functionally obsolete, and was recently closed […]
