Be In the Know
Sprinter Project
Regional Transportation Plan
Additional Parking Option Coming Soon to Oceanside Transit Center
Legislation to Watch
TABNC Committee Activities
Visit Our New Website
Mark Your Calendar
JANUARY 2006  Be In the Know I-15 Managed Lanes This project will build on the success of the I-15 FasTrak program by creating a 20-mile “Managed Lanes” facility for carpools and buses in the median of Interstate 15 between State Route 163 and State Route 78. When completed, it will feature four lanes with a moveable barrier, multiple access points to the regular highway lanes, and direct access ramps for buses. A high frequency express bus system, know as Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) will be operated in these Managed Lanes. Learn more at http://www.sandag.org/index.asp?projectid=34&fuseaction=projects.detail. |
| Sprinter Project If you travel along Highway 78 through San Marcos, youíve likely spotted the SPRINTER loop being quickly constructed over the highway (see photo at left). Two other bridges (at Barham Drive and La Moree Road) have been constructed on the loop ñ which is estimated to be more than a third of the way complete. In late December, near the construction field office east of Woodland Parkway, installation was begun on the turnout linking the Loop alignment with the main track. The Sprinter Vehicle Maintenance Facility construction is underway. Read more about the Sprinter light rail project progress including road closures during construction at http://www.gonctd.com/oerail/oerailn.html. |
| Regional Transportation Plan Work continues on the technical update to the Regional Transportation Plan (RPT). This plan will update revenue and project cost projections to incorporate new TransNet funding and other funding sources (e.g., Proposition 42 funds); develop network and/or land use alternatives; and will serve to satisfy requirements for reporting air quality conformity analysis. Read more at http://www.sandag.org/enewsletter/feature_1.html. |
| Additional Parking Option Coming Soon to Oceanside Transit Center After years of need, a solution for the parking crunch at the Oceanside Transit Center is here! In early 2006, a new parking structure will open adjacent to the train platform, adding 450 parking spaces to the busy transit center. The facility offers free parking for train passengers, but no overnight parking-making it ideal for daily commuters on their way to Carlsbad, Encinitas, Solana Beach, Sorrento Valley, Old Town and San Diego. This attractive addition to the transit center sports a contemporary faÁade and upgraded landscaping. The new garage is located just north of the COASTER platform, near the BREEZE bus stops. Train commuters have easy foot access to the platform from the west side of the garage. The 11.1 million facility has been years in the making. North County residents who choose to ride rather than drive, can take advantage this additional parking for many years to come! |
| Legislation to Watch This January, the Governorís Office released a listing of the legislative bill package that would enact his Strategic Growth Plan. Below are listed the bills, topic and author for transportation related measures. To research the bills in further detail, just copy the bill numbers (in bold below) and paste them into the California Chamber bill search link located at: http://www.calchamber.com/cc/billsearch.aspx SB 1165 (Dutton) and AB 1838 (Oropeza) - These identical bills authorize the $12 billion in GO bonds for transportation purposes in 2006-2008. Also ACA 4 (Plescia) - Deletes the suspension provisions of Proposition 42 AB 850 (Canciamilla) - Introduced last year as part of GoCalilfornia effort, this measure addresses public-private partnerships. SB 371(Torlakson) - Design-build authority for Caltrans and regional entities. AB 1266 (Niello) - Expands application of design-sequencing authority for Caltrans beyond pilot program. |
| TABNC Committee Activities Business Affairs Committee (click here for next meeting date & agenda) The Business Affairs committee has completed a new TABNC brochure and recently mailed out over 500 letters to transportation professionals. A Power Point presentation is soon ready and available for presentations at civic clubs, business organizations and transportation professional groups. Know of a group that would like to learn about TABNC or would like to receive a few brochures? Contact Gerry Seelman at gerald.seelman@dmjmharris.com. Communications Committee (click here for next meeting date & agenda) The Communications Committee invites you to join in their efforts and could use assistance in helping to get the word out about the Transit Alliance. If you have some time and expertise, please email Annie Cochran at annie.cochran@sbcglobal.net. Membership Committee (click here for next meeting date & agenda) The Transit Alliance is 200 members strong, and continues to grow each month. This committee mailed out 50 letters to CEOs of non-profit organizations, encouraging their membership and in January, will spearhead TABNCís first annual Membership Drive. The goal is to double membership in 2006. If you would like to meet some great people, become actively involved, or distribute a few Transit Alliance brochures, contact Shirley Cole at scole@nclifeline.org. |
| Visit Our New Website Our new website is located at www.tabnc.com, and it will help you stay informed about North Countyís transportation system. We are now 200 members strong, and are working hard to educate residents and business owners about North Countyís transit infrastructure and related projects. On the website, you'll find good information about what's in the pipeline for North County! So get started... explore the web-pages, using the easy navigation system. Learn about transit projects in your neighborhood and know who the decision makers are. Their decisions affect you and your quality of life. We made it easy to begin your research on local, state and federal projects and legislative items and have provided a comprehensive list of email links to decision makers, listed in the "Take Action" category. Remember, the transit system belongs to you, if you are a tax paying resident. We want to satisfy your expectations, so please let us know what you want to know about. Frequently asked questions will be added to the FAQ's listed at http://www.tabnc.com/about_faq.htm. Most importantly, encourage others to sign up for the TABNC newsletter by joining online at http://www.tabnc.com/membership_how.htm, (it's free). Talk to your friends, family and co-workers about the importance of helping to shape a world class transportation system for residents of North County! |
| Mark Your Calendar Next General Meeting: Jan. 26, 2006, 10 a.m., at NCTD, 810 Mission Avenue, Oceanside, CA 92054. RSVP to Phyllis Hall at phall@nctd.org. 2006 committee meeting dates are listed individually under "Calendars" at http://tabnc.com/home.htm. |