Assistance program helps businesses cope with impacts of roadway projects
The voter-approved Regional Transportation Authority plan promises $2 billion in transportation system improvements. Inevitably, though, major roadway construction projects are accompanied by major disruptions for nearby businesses. The MainStreet Business Assistance Program is a complimentary service funded by the Regional Transportation Authority plan to help business owners establish survival strategies … Read more »
New transit routes and schedules take effect this month
Adjustments to the Sun Shuttle neighborhood transit service are coming later this month. The changes will cover primarily schedule and time-point stops. In addition, new service routes have been added. Sun Shuttle service changes are listed below. Find all recent transit service changes and updated transit brochures here. Sun Shuttle … Read more »
RTA funds transit services people depend on
The regional transit system provides millions of rides to tens of thousands of people each year. Many of the transit services people in the community rely upon are funded by the Regional Transportation Authority sales tax. In total, the RTA plan will contribute more than $530 million to transit infrastructure … Read more »
Stakeholders share their support for RTA Next plan development
Several organizations in the Tucson metropolitan area have submitted their resolutions of support to the Regional Transportation Authority for the development of the next RTA regional transportation plan. A citizens’ advisory committee is in the process of developing a draft 20-year plan to recommend to the RTA Board by July … Read more »
Sunset Road connection project gearing up
Another major Regional Transportation Authority-funded roadway corridor project is in the early stages of dirt flying. While preliminary work on Sunset Road, Silverbell Road to River Road, has been in progress for some time, the real work is set to begin on part of RTA ballot Project No. 8. “This is … Read more »
Keep up with RTA projects and finances
The RTA regularly provides updates on financial standing and project status. Want to know how many bus pullouts the plan funded? Interested in how many miles of bike lanes have been built? Or maybe you want to know about roadway corridor projects completed? Find answers to these and more questions. … Read more »
RTA plan prioritizes wildlife protections
The voter-approved Regional Transportation Authority plan is about more than roads, bridges, and bike lanes. Among the many aspects of the RTA plan is a responsibility for the stewardship of nature where our projects intersect with the Sonoran Desert wildlife habitat. “We’re a part of the community and we want … Read more »
After 17 years, RTA still going strong
On May 16, 2006, Pima County voters went to the polls and by a wide margin approved the Regional Transportation Authority plan. In the 17 years since the plan passed, the RTA has brought improvements from one end of Pima County and the Tucson metro region to the other. Whether … Read more »
Watch: RTA Delivers roadway corridors
The 20-year Regional Transportation Authority plan, approved by Pima County voters in 2006, includes 35 roadway corridor projects across the metro region. To date, 18 corridors have been completed, and 10 of the remaining 17 projects have sections completed. The corridor projects include new roads, bridges, intersections and traffic interchanges. … Read more »
Share your input on Sun Shuttle routes 412 and 413 at planned open houses
The Regional Transportation Authority wants to hear from you on Sun Shuttle routes 412 and 413, serving Marana and Pima County, at two upcoming public meetings. Sun Shuttle is a neighborhood transit connector service to Sun Tran. The meetings are planned for the following dates: The public is encouraged to … Read more »