The grant is part of a multiyear, multibillion-dollar investment project to upgrade the state’s transit system to enhance mobility options, improve service and 'reduce over-dependence on driving.'
Gov. Gavin Newsom on Wednesday announced a $2.5 billion grant for 16 ongoing public transportation projects throughout the state.
"The projects funded represent critical transportation and will provide alternatives to driving with access to a modernized, public transit system," Newsom said. "California is unwavering in our commitment to our world-leading climate agenda, including record levels of investments in public transportation projects to electrify fleets, expand and improve service and spark ridership growth.
The grants are administered by the California State Transportation Agency as part of the Transit and Intercity Rail Capital Program , according to the governor's office. The state projects that will receive funding from the $2.5 billion grant include: "These historic investments in transit and intercity rail projects will help get these transformative projects over the finish line and into operation so the people of California can enjoy more of the mobility, safety, environmental and equity benefits that come with riding transit," said Secretary of the California State Transportation Agency Toks Omishakin.
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