Santa Barbara County Association of Governments (SBCAG) - 05/21/26

The Santa Barbara County Association of Governments (SBCAG) held a board meeting on May 21, 2026, focusing on regional transportation planning and funding. Key procurement-related discussions included the adoption of the 2026 Transit Needs Assessment, which found no unmet transit needs, allowing agencies to use Transportation Development Act funds for non-transit purposes. The board also reviewed the draft Measure A program of projects for fiscal year 2026-2027, outlining an estimated $50 million in funding for local and regional transportation projects, including street maintenance, bicycle and pedestrian improvements, and the 101-135 Interchange Improvements project. Public hearings were held with no public comments, and the draft program will be brought back for approval in a future meeting. Additional updates covered Caltrans maintenance activities, regional rail and transit service coordination, and upcoming community events. No contract awards or vendor selections were reported during this meeting.