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 »
RTA support for transit services improves regional mobility
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 »
RTA adopts innovative traffic controls that better move community
Over more than 17 years, the Regional Transportation Authority has delivered many transportation improvements to the greater Tucson metropolitan area through its 20-year plan voters approved in 2006. These include reducing congestion, improving mobility options (bicycle and pedestrian facilities), improving safety, and expanding transit options. The RTA also has delivered … Read more »
Annual report shows RTA still going strong after 17 years
Still going strong after 17 years, the Regional Transportation Authority shares another round of project and financial updates for public review in its annual report for fiscal year 2023. “We take our responsibility seriously and have been accountable to our communities and to our members,” Marana Mayor and RTA Chair … Read more »
RTA financial and project status report – December 2023
The Regional Transportation Authority has delivered nearly 1,000 projects over 17 years. These projects include new and expanded roadway corridors, expanded transit services, bike lanes and pathways, safety improvements, wildlife connections, and much more, all intended to improve the connectivity of our regional transportation network. Find the most recent project … Read more »
What is RTA Next?
RTA Next is a public-input process to develop a new regional transportation improvement plan for the Regional Transportation Authority of Pima County. The original Regional Transportation Authority plan passed in 2006, starting a 20-year timeline for funding more than $2 billion in transportation improvements. With the clock ticking, development of … Read more »
The benefits of a dedicated regional sales tax for transportation
A message from RTA Executive Director Farhad Moghimi Our transportation infrastructure is made up of a shared transportation network that benefits everyone in the region, regardless of where they live or what they do. Not only does this network allow us to freely travel the region – whether by personal … Read more »
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 »
A $2.34 billion transportation decision is in your future
If you or your business organization, homeowner’s organization, or other group are interested in learning about a new 20-year regional transportation plan under development by the Regional Transportation Authority, we have a presentation to share those details with you. The RTA is developing a $2.34 billion plan for future consideration … Read more »
Stay on-track with development of a new regional transportation plan
Development of a new long-term regional transportation plan continues as the Regional Transportation Authority works with a citizens’ advisory committee to recommend a new 20-year draft plan. The new plan would fund $2.34 billion in improvements to the transportation network across Pima County. The plan process involves evaluation of proposed … Read more »