The California Transportation Commission has approved nearly $5 billion in funding to improve road resiliency, enhance pedestrian and bicycle travel, and upgrade highway safety across the state. The investment includes $3.5 billion in newly allocated funds, with $993 million from Senate Bill (SB) 1, the Road Repair and Accountability Act of 2017, and $944 million from the 2021 federal Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA).
An additional $1.45 billion was awarded for upcoming projects that will receive SB 1 support through 2027. These include infrastructure to support zero- and low-emission transportation, expand freight corridors, and better connect ports and railyards.
“We’re not just rebuilding transportation – we’re reimagining it,” said Governor Gavin Newsom. “This investment is about protecting Californians today and preparing for a cleaner, safer tomorrow.”
“These transformative investments represent a bold step toward a transportation system that’s safer, more efficient, and a driver of economic growth,” added Transportation Secretary Toks Omishakin.
“The Commission is proud to partner with Caltrans to invest in California’s world-class transportation system,” said CTC Chair Darnell Grisby. “These upgrades will ease congestion, enhance safety, and reduce costs for everyday Californians.”
San Diego County Projects Include:
- $7.3M – Upgrades to Commercial Vehicle Enforcement Facilities near Oceanside, including new Weigh Station Message Signs and automated lane closure systems.
- $17.8M – Highway safety and ADA upgrades from Riverford Road to Ellie Lane in Poway.
- $11.4M – Debris and vegetation removal along routes 8, 15, 78, and 805.
- $15M – Design work for the Otay Mesa East Port of Entry project.
- $56.4M – Otay Mesa East Port of Entry Technology Package to improve efficiency.
- $11.4M – Bridge deck overlay and joint replacement at Pine Valley Creek Bridge.
- $853K – New connector ramp from southbound Route 125 to eastbound Route 94 in Lemon Grove.
- $2.8M – Pedestrian and bike safety enhancements in Kensington and City Heights, including bike paths, ADA ramps, and improved intersections.
- $445K – Bikeways and pedestrian improvements for the 24th Street Transit Center in National City.
- $380K – New bikeways and pedestrian upgrades along East 22nd Street in National City.
- $6.3M – Traffic safety improvements in Barrio Logan, including signal updates and ADA-compliant sidewalks.
- $30.5M – Construction of 0.8 miles of second rail track between Solana Beach and Del Mar, with new platform access at the Del Mar Fairgrounds.
For more details on IIJA and SB 1-funded projects, visit build.ca.gov.
