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VTA Board Chair Represents for Hispanic Heritage Month
Growing up in Fremont, VTA Board Chair and President of the Santa Clara County Board of Supervisors Cindy Chavez has vivid memories of taking public transportation.
“I had an opportunity to get...
VTA Operator Creates Art with a Camera
This article was submitted by Transportation Superintendent Dawn Wright.
From the age of 6, VTA Bus Operator Danny Quintana knew he wanted to drive a bus. He grew up in San Francisco and began his...
We Want Your Feedback: What Additional Steps can VTA Take to Strengthen Trust in Transit
*Updated on Oct. 27, 2020 to include links to survey in English and five other languages
Back in July, VTA launched its “10-Point Plan to Strengthen Trust in Transit” to ensure riders feel confident...
Survey for Small Businesses Near Future BART Phase II Alignment
Small businesses along VTA’s BART Phase II Project corridor – VTA needs to hear from you!
With early construction work on VTA’s BART Phase II Project set to begin in 2022, the work to plan for...
BART Silicon Valley: Where, When, What and How
The long-held vision of bringing BART service into Silicon Valley will become reality very soon when service on the 10-mile Berryessa Extension begins in just a few short months. The final stages of...
Thanks for Trusting Transit...We Got You!
When we debuted our 10-Point Plan to Strengthen Trust in Transit this past summer, we made a commitment to keep transit safe and clean. More recently, we've been listening to riders, collecting...
What are current bus capacity limits?
Customers have had questions about the capacity thresholds on VTA buses with the current COVID physical distancing requirements. To meet social distancing requirements, VTA must continue to limit...
Participate in Upcoming Community Outreach Activities
VTA has multiple projects that need public input. Within the next few weeks, each project listed below will have a Community Outreach and Public Engagement activity to provide the community an...
Our Wayfinding on Light Rail Just Got More User Friendly!
Still not sure which platform to stand on?
Look up! Digital displays at the end-of-the-line stations, Alum Rock, Mountain View, Santa Teresa, and Winchester, now show the platform number for the next...
How Would You Cut Back on Driving?
Can new development projects lead to improved transportation options for your community? With the Equitable Vehicle Miles Traveled (VMT) Mitigation Program, VTA seeks to develop a framework where...
VTA's BART Silicon Valley: Preparing for Construction
It’s an exciting time for VTA’s BART Silicon Valley Phase II Extension Project! Construction will be starting soon! It’s important that the public is aware of upcoming construction, especially how it...
More Affordable Housing to Be Built on VTA-Owned Property
Apartment homes affordable to families and individuals who earn 60% of the Area Median Income and below, will go up near the Capitol Light Rail Station in San Jose, with the signing of a new lease...
Father And Son Improve Student Safety In Mountain View
Mountain View, CA - Ryan Chen, a Life Scout in Troop 30 Los Altos, Pacific Skyline Council, Boy Scouts of America (BSA), and a sophomore at Mountain View High School, is undertaking an impactful...
BART Extension Project Provides Added Environmental Benefits
VTA was awarded a $2,982,471 grant from the State of California Wildlife Conservation Board for the beneficial reuse of excavated material in Tidal Marsh Restoration Project.
The Beneficial Reuse...
Shaping the Future of Little Portugal
"I already want to live here!” -- Participant in a VTA 28th Street/Little Portugal TOD Stakeholder Group
Throughout the spring and fall, VTA hosted over 20 stakeholder engagements and pop-ups for...
Riding transit is more affordable with Clipper START
The Clipper START pilot program provides fare discounts for adult single rides on multiple transit systems around the Bay Area. The program is administered by MTC in partnership with Bay Area transit...
Public Meeting January 10 for the US 101/Zanker Road/Skyport Drive/Fourth Street Project
VTA is holding a public meeting/open house for the 101/Zanker Road/Skyport Drive/Fourth Street Project on Wednesday, January 10, 2024 from 6:00 - 7:30 pm, at the Walter L. Bachrodt Elementary School...
Celebrating National Mentoring Month: Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority’s JWI Mentors
Every January, National Mentoring Month spotlights the extraordinary impact of mentorship. This recognition celebrates the role of mentoring in talent development, knowledge transfer, skill...
Route 71: More Convenient Than Ever!
Have you heard? Route 71 is becoming a frequent route! What does that mean for our riders? Enhanced service connecting Milpitas Transit Center to Eastridge Transit Center and everywhere in between.
B...
VTA to Host Project DRIVE Industry Day
Note: The venue for this event has been changed. Please join us at the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel, 2050 Gateway Place, San Jose.
Interested in working with VTA? Potential firms can learn more about...
VTA Appreciates Board Chair Pat Burt's Impactful 2023 Term
VTA would like to extend our sincerest appreciation to 2023 VTA Board Chair and Palo Alto City Councilmember Patrick “Pat” Burt for his support and commitment to public transportation.
Pat Burt...
2024 Board Chair Priorities
Santa Clara County Supervisor Cindy Chavez is taking on her fourth and final role as Chair of the VTA Board of Directors for 2024. In her address to the board during the first meeting of the new year...
Planning Ahead for 2026 Special Events
The FIFA World Cup and Super Bowl LX may be two years away, but VTA is already starting to lay the groundwork for ensuring successful, safe transit service to Levi’s Stadium for expected record crowds...