The draft TRP incorporates ideas and suggestions from several years of public outreach and input from Riverside County residents in all regions. Receiving input will help ensure that the TRP, last updated following public input in 2020, reflects residents’ current views, considers voices from all communities in Riverside County, and incorporates diverse priorities for transportation upgrades throughout the county.  

The Commission will review feedback and finalize the Traffic Relief Plan this spring and will consider project funding options in early summer.  

RCTC is urging Riverside County residents to attend the March 20 webinar to learn more about the TRP. RCTC will collect feedback on the Draft Traffic Relief Plan through March 31.  Spanish translation will be offered during the webinar. 

To read and provide feedback on the draft 2024 Traffic Relief Plan, visit TrafficReliefPlan.org.

Traffic, transit, and travel information can sometimes be challenging to find. Between traffic radio reports, transit schedules, and online tools, finding comprehensive travel information can be a daunting task. In an effort to make this process a little easier, Riverside County Transportation Commission, San Bernardino County Transportation Authority, Orange County Transportation Authority, Ventura County Transportation Commission, and LA Metro have banded together to provide you travel information with live traffic reports, transit information, and other commuter services information.

SoCal 511 recently launched the new SoCal 511 mobile application on the Apple App Store and Google Play. The beta version of the app launched on August 15 offering users an opportunity to provide feedback on this new tool.

The SoCal 511 mobile app serves as a one-stop-shop for travel information to help offset traffic. Through the app, users are able to:

• Access real-time traffic information and turn-by-turn navigation with travel time
• Receive notifications about road closures and/or major traffic events while driving
• Explore information to plan for various transit options and/or vanpools available
• Monitor real-time departure and arrival times, and much more

The recently released Just Drive feature allows users to receive updates on traffic events hands-free without having to take your eyes off the road. Just Drive announces traffic events within two miles of the driver’s active location.

Help improve the app by providing feedback on the user experience directly in the app. To access the feedback submission, open the settings menu, click on the feedback option, and submit your comments.

Download the app today! The beta version of SoCal 511 will be available for 60 days after launch–don’t miss out on the opportunity to submit your input.

Metrolink: No fare is required on February 4. Hop on the train to ride anywhere in the five-county system. Ticket vending machines will alert passengers that rides are free of charge.

Corona Cruiser: No fare is required through June 30, 2023. Thanks to California’s SB1 Low-Carbon Transit Operations Program, the city of Corona is offering free rides.

Banning Connect Transit: The city of Banning is offering free fares on Transit Equity Day.

San Bernardino County: San Bernardino County transit operators, including Omnitrans, Mountain Transit, Basin Transit, Needles Area Transit, and Victor Valley Transit Authority, will be offering free rides.

Visit our RCTC Bus Services webpage and our Passenger Rail webpage for more information about transit services offered in Riverside County.

Riverside County and San Bernardino County residents may be familiar with the service locally, which was formerly Inland Empire 511. IE 511 was recently integrated into the SoCal 511 network to bolster regional data, enhance information delivery, and provide a centralized resource for travel and transportation information throughout the southland.

SoCal 511 provides a full suite of traveler information:

• Traffic – From travel times and accidents to road closures and real-time traffic camera access, SoCal 511 can help you avoid delays along your route.
• Public Transit – Bus, commuter rail, and subway information is available.
• Commuter Services – Find carpools, vanpools, and Park & Ride lots in your area.
• Bicycling Resources – Access information about bikes on transit, bike routing, bike safety, bike sharing services, and more.

In addition to the website, SoCal 511 offers a call-in service where users can dial 511 anywhere in the participating counties and request travel information. Simply dial 511 on a landline or cell phone, and say a phrase related to the information requested such as “Traffic,” “Public Transit,” “Metrolink” or “Rideshare” and the system will provide relevant information.

SoCal 511 is available for users 24/7 and is accessible in both English and Spanish. Know before you go the next time you head out – check the website or dial 511 to help make your trip a little easier.