The voter-approved Measure A and Measure W expenditure plans include multiple programs aimed at enhancing mobility and funding various transportation project types throughout San Mateo County. Each expenditure plan sets certain percentages of the sales tax revenues that must be allocated to each program.
Transit, Highway, Local Streets and Transportation, Grade Separation, Pedestrian and Bicycles, Transportation Demand Management, Administration
SMCTA Funding Program Categories Overview
Regional Transit Connections (RTC)
Fund transit improvements that connect San Mateo County with Alameda County, San Francisco County, and Santa Clara County.
Grade Separation
The purpose of the Grade Separation Program is to reduce the number of at-grade (street-level) crossings on the Caltrain railroad that may impact local roadway congestion and safety for the railroad.
Highways & Major Corridors
The purpose of the Highways & Major Corridors program is to reduce congestion and improve safety on Caltrans-owned state highways and other major local roadways in San Mateo County.
Local Streets and Transportation
Annual funding for local street and road improvements, bicycle and pedestrian facilities, and transit operations throughout the county.
Pedestrian and Bicycles
The purpose of the Pedestrian and Bicycle Program is to fund specific projects to encourage and improve bicycling and walking conditions in San Mateo County.
Shuttles
The purpose of the Peninsula Shuttle Program is to fund shuttle services offered free of charge to the public in order to promote alternative modes of transportation and reduce congestion on highways in San Mateo County.
Ferry
The purpose of the Ferry Program is to provide infrastructure and operating support for ferry services to and from San Mateo County.
Caltrain
The purpose of the Caltrain Program is to upgrade and expand the Caltrain railroad both in San Mateo County and systemwide.
Other Transit Programs
The purpose of the Caltrain Program is to upgrade and expand the Caltrain railroad both in San Mateo County and systemwide.
Transportation Demand Management
The purpose of the Transportation Demand Management (TDM) Program is implement strategies that encourage the use of sustainable transportation options and enhance mobility.