New RTA brochure lets public see progress, successes
Track all the progress and successes of the voter-approved Regional Transportation Authority plan in the latest Our Mobility update. As the RTA plan enters its 19th year, the community can see how the investment of nearly $1.6 billion into transportation improvements has resulted in project delivery across the greater Tucson … Read more »
After 18 years and 1,000 projects, it’s a great time to reflect on the impact of the RTA
On May 16, the Regional Transportation Authority will commemorate a significant milestone in our region: the 18th anniversary of voter approval of the 20-year RTA plan and half-cent sales tax. This milestone isn’t just about marking time. It’s a chance to reflect on the profound impact the RTA has had … Read more »
RTA Board special meeting planned for May 8 at 1 p.m.
The Regional Transportation Authority Board will hold a special meeting Wednesday, May 8, beginning at 1 p.m. The agenda includes discussion on the current RTA plan and development of a new 20-year regional transportation plan. A meeting agenda is available here. A YouTube link can be found on the agenda … Read more »
Progress Report: Multi-agency Sunset Road-Interstate 10 project moving forward
Many projects in the voter-approved Regional Transportation Authority plan (RTA) are designed to increase capacity on current roadways and enhance existing connections. A few, however, create entirely new connections that complete needed transportation corridors to help move people through the region more efficiently. Sunset Road, Silverbell Road to River Road, which … Read more »
Grant Road improvement project moves forward
The Grant Road improvement project from Alvernon Way to Swan Road has begun. These sections of Grant Road are phases 3 and 4 of the Regional Transportation Authority’s Grant Road, Oracle Road to Swan Road, project, which voters approved as part of the 2006 RTA plan. Major work on the … Read more »
RTA Executive Director: Robust dialogue helps develop transportation plan to serve entire region
PAG Executive Director Farhad Moghimi If you have been following the development of a proposed new Regional Transportation Authority plan, you will know that the hard work of many people has gone into the process and that the work continues. Much of the plan development was done by the RTA … Read more »
Mobility for more than cars: RTA assists jurisdictions in finding creative solutions for non-motorized travel
A key component of the 20-year Regional Transportation Authority plan is to increase mobility in our region. But mobility isn’t just for cars. The RTA plan funds transit enhancements that allow for extended service hours, enhanced service frequency, additional routes, and options for the elderly and disabled. The plan also … Read more »
Regional Council, RTA Board elect officers for 2024
The Pima Association of Governments Regional Council and Regional Transportation Authority Board recently elected its 2024 officers among its members of each governing body. Serving as PAG Regional Council Chair for 2024 is Pima County Vice Chair Rex Scott. South Tucson Mayor Paul Diaz will serve as Vice Chair. Marana … Read more »
RTA financial and project status report – March 2024
RTA Project Status – Through Feb. 29 Projects in design 80 Under construction/implementation 45 Total number completed 971 RTA Financial Status – Through February Funds expended to date $1.55 B 971 RTA projects completed, including: Over 55% of all the RTA plan improvements to date (since 2006) are within the … Read more »
Follow the development of a new RTA plan
Development of a new 20-year regional transportation plan is underway. The Regional Transportation Authority Board has begun consideration of a draft plan, which would fund $2.34 billion in improvements to the transportation network across Pima County. The draft includes roadway corridor improvements, transit expansions, safety enhancements, and other transportation elements … Read more »