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RCTC Supports Protecting and Maintaining New Transportation Revenues
Without SB 1 funds, new projects, road maintenance and jobs in Riverside County will be in jeopardy
Community Open Houses Set for I-15 Express Lanes Project
RCTC and its project partners are hosting two community open houses in February to provide information about upcoming construction of the I-15 Express Lanes between Cajalco Road and State Route 60.
RCTC Connects Metrolink Riders with Dazzling Holiday Experiences
The Point: RCTC and agencies partner to provide special Metrolink trains to Festival of Lights and Tournament of Roses Parade.
71/91 Interchange in Corona nominated for state funding
The Point: RCTC is pursuing $92.7 million of SB 1 dollars to improve safety and efficiency where the 71 and 91 highways meet.
New Express Bus Service in 91 Express Lanes Starts January 14
The Point: For $3 or less, inland commuters can cut through 91 traffic on Route 200 while enjoying free Wi-Fi, charging ports and comfortable seats.
RCTC saves taxpayers $52 million, reduces long-term debt
The Point: More funding for transportation improvements in Riverside County will be available through 2039 thanks to RCTC’s successful refinancing of more than $410 million in bonds.
RCTC Breaks Ground on I-15 Express Lanes Project
The Point: Local and California leaders gathered in Norco to celebrate the start of construction to add express lanes to I-15 between State Route 60 and Cajalco Road..
RCTC Receives Strong Credit Ratings Ahead of Refinancing
The Point: In a vote of confidence in RCTC’s financial stewardship and responsibility, Fitch Ratings assigned an ‘AA’ rating and S&P Global Ratings (S&P) assigned a ‘AA+’ to RCTC’s long-term sales tax revenue bonds.