Headways

Federal Support Comes Out Strong for VTA's BART Phase II Project

President Biden made a strong statement of support for VTA’s BART Silicon Valley Phase II project, including a $500 million request in the administration’s budget for FY 2024. This is the initial...

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Tunnel Easements: Why, Where and How

Tunnel Easements: Why, Where and How Extending BART into the heart of Silicon Valley will ultimately enhance mobility in the Bay Area, create thousands of jobs, spur transit-oriented communities, and...

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Curious About the Ins and Outs of VTA Light Rail? Ask VTA!

Ever asked yourself, "What happens when VTA's aging light rail cars need to be replaced? How do we efficiently serve our current and future passengers? And what changes might need to be made to give...

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In Case You Missed It! Community Feedback for EBRC Artistic Design

We have been very excited to introduce the community to the artists selected to enhance the new light rail stations planned for Story Road and Eastridge. Through a rigorous process of artist outreach...

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Honoring Black Inventors in Transportation

In honor of Black History Month, VTA is highlighting African Americans who helped to improve transportation systems through their creative ingenuity. Andrew Jackson Beard Andrew Beard was a former...

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Community Members Help Shape Vision for VTA Long-Term Planning

Over the last three months, hundreds of community members have made their voices heard to help VTA develop mobility solutions that work for everyone. We thank you for contributing. Last November, VTA...

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SCVTA Won First Place in Communications and Marketing!

Our agency has won a First Place Award in the 2023 AdWheel Awards competition from the American Public Transportation Association (APTA) for communications and marketing. The winning entry in the...

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State of California Awards $375 million for VTA’s BART Project

SAN JOSE, CA – Today, the State of California awarded $375 million to the Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority (VTA) for its BART extension into Downtown San Jose and Santa Clara. This new...

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Give Us Your Thoughts on Access to the Capitol and Branham Light Rail Stations

How do you use the Branham and Capitol Stations light rail stations? Do you walk, ride your bike, or park your car and use transit? What will improve how you get around and make the area more...

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