Measure A is the twice voter-approved half-cent sales tax measure that helps deliver transportation improvements for residents across Riverside County.
What is Measure A?
Riverside County voters invested in their own communities by approving Measure A in 1988, and again in 2002. The half-cent sales tax measure provides dedicated funding for local streets and roads, invests in major regional transportation improvements, and provides funding for Metrolink and other modes of public transportation. Thanks to Riverside County voters and their commitment to enhance the quality of living across the county, Measure A has raised more than $2.9 billion since 2009 to pay for much-needed transportation improvements and will continue to fund transportation improvements through 2039.
Measure A funds are raised exclusively for transportation investments within Riverside County. Independent audits of expenditures are conducted annually and made available to the public at rctc.org/finance. These audits are completed to make sure local tax dollars are used as intended – for transportation projects that improve travel options in Riverside County. Additionally, no more than 1% of Measure A revenues are used for administrative salaries and benefits.
Why Do We Have Measure A?
Riverside County is a self-help county. That means Riverside County cannot fully rely on federal and state governments to help us build transportation infrastructure. With ongoing shortages of state and federal funding to pay for highways, public transportation, and local road projects, the need for dedicated local transportation funding is real.
In 1976, Riverside County leaders and residents recognized the need to invest in the region’s transportation system. Measure A was developed to fund a host of projects across Riverside County and its positive impact has been felt since it was first approved by voters in 1988 and again in 2002. Through Measure A, vital highway, public transportation, and regional connection projects have been completed keeping our communities moving and enhancing quality of life.
Where Do Measure A Funds Go and How Are They Spent?
Measure A funds are generated locally and administered by the Riverside County Transportation Commission, which is comprised of elected officials from Riverside County’s 28 cities and the Riverside County Board of Supervisors. Funds generated from Measure A go back to the three geographic locations within Riverside County (Western Riverside County, Coachella Valley, and Palo Verde Valley) in proportion to what they contribute.
Western Riverside County
Coachella Valley
Palo Verde Valley
Western Riverside County
Coachella Valley
Palo Verde Valley
Each geographic location benefits from Measure A funding based on the community’s needs and decisions made by local leaders. Major regional projects are also funded through Measure A, including several listed on the map below.
Highway and Regional Measure A Projects
A comprehensive list of Measure A projects is listed below. Several local projects are led by cities and the County of Riverside.
Funding for Transit Services
Measure A provides critical funding for transit operations and maintenance in Riverside County. Since 2009, more than $307 million in Measure A funding has been allocated to transit operators for bus, passenger rail, and specialized transit services across the county.
Transit Service | Measure A Funding* |
---|---|
Western Riverside County Public Transit | |
Specialized Transit Services for Seniors and Disabled Persons | $49,855,049 |
Commuter Rail | $87,187,418 |
Intercity Express Bus | $41,970,784 |
Commuter Services (IE Commuter, VanClub, Park-N-Rides) | $34,300,000 |
Coachella Valley Public Transit | |
Expanded Services for Seniors and Disabled Persons; Specialized Transportation Services; Bus Replacement and More Frequent Service |
$94,467,425 |
Total | $307,780,676 |
*Estimated amount disbursed from 2010 through 2023.
Funding by City
In addition to highway and transit projects, funding is provided to improve local streets and roads. Since 2009, more than $827.2 million in Measure A funding has been disbursed to cities and the county for roadway repairs, street projects, and significant regional connections.
City | Measure A Local Streets and Roads Funding |
---|---|
Banning | $8,848,998 |
Beaumont | $9,067,345 |
Calimesa | $2,674,056 |
Canyon Lake | $2,824,305 |
Corona | $60,938,283 |
Eastvale | $20,361,377 |
Hemet | $26,787,607 |
Jurupa Valley | $29,061,474 |
Lake Elsinore | $20,237,341 |
Menifee | $26,035,713 |
Moreno Valley | $60,390,667 |
Murrieta | $35,795,872 |
Norco | $10,011,029 |
Perris | $26,016,229 |
Riverside | $110,738,124 |
San Jacinto | $13,322,158 |
Temecula | $45,256,872 |
Wildomar | $9,559,230 |
Unincorporated Riverside County | $87,886,916 |
Western Riverside County Total | $605,813,596 |
Cathedral City | $21,862,122 |
Coachella | $9,231,244 |
Desert Hot Springs | $7,226,880 |
Indian Wells | $3,695,394 |
Indio | $27,836,555 |
La Quinta | $7,888,444 |
Palm Desert | $40,425,542 |
Palm Springs | $32,633,323 |
Rancho Mirage | $13,597,619 |
Unincorporated Riverside County | $27,417,883 |
CVAG | $14,673,323 |
Coachella Valley Area Total | $206,488,329 |
Blythe | $11,881,853 |
Unincorporated Riverside County | $3,040,334 |
Palo Verde Valley Area Total | $14,922,187 |
*Amount reflects total funding disbursed from 2010 through 2023.