10/2/25 SCCRTC Part 5 - Coastal T...
10/2/25 SCCRTC Part 5 - Coastal Trail Project Delivery

Santa Cruz County Transit and Transportation Agency Meetings... by Keith Bontrager

Episode notes

Overview

  • Coastal Rail Trail Segments 8-11 face significant funding and delivery challenges.
  • Escalating costs and funding gaps threaten project timelines and scope.
  • Multiple phasing and scope reduction options analyzed; none fully close the funding gap.
  • $19.5M federal RAISE grant and $20.5M Safe Streets for All grant (pending) are key funding sources.
  • Measure D sales tax is critical for leveraging state and federal funds, but is insufficient for full buildout.
  • Project delivery is at risk due to strict grant deadlines and limited new funding opportunities.

Project Introduction and Recusal for Conflict of Interest

  • Coastal Rail Trail Segments 8 ... 
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