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The Point covers major transportation news of the Riverside County Transportation Commission. From construction status to highway improvement projects to funding updates, The Point highlights it all. Check out our latest posts below, or subscribe to our monthly newsletter.
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2023: Making Strides
The Point: RCTC’s Annual Report spotlights the Commission’s various success throughout the past year
Construction,IE Commuter,Transit,Train,Measure A,FSP,RCA,Community,Highway,Rail,Ground Breaking,Commission,Travel,Interchanges,MSHCP,Federal Funding,Express Lanes,Environment,Metrolink
February 28, 2024
The 15 Smart Freeway Pilot Project Gets Booted Up
The Point: Construction will begin later this year on the innovative 15 Smart Freeway Pilot Project in Temecula and Murrieta
February 27, 2024
Share Your Feedback on Traffic Relief Plan for Riverside County
The Point: A comprehensive transportation plan has prioritized a range of needs, from fixing potholes and upgrading bridges to expanding public transit and smoothing vehicle flow on highways. Residents are encouraged to review the plan and weigh in.
Construction,IE Commuter,Transit,Train,Measure A,FSP,RCA,Community,Highway,Rail,Ground Breaking,Commission,Travel,Interchanges,MSHCP,Federal Funding,Express Lanes,Environment,Metrolink
February 23, 2024
Strong Performance Prompts Upgrades to RCTC’s Express Lanes Debt Rating
The Point: Upgrade to Commission’s debt rating a result of I-15 Express Lanes exceeding performance metrics
I-15,Express Lanes,Funding & Finance,Business,Finance
January 11, 2024
I-15 Express Lanes Extension to Lake Elsinore Moves Along
The Point: The Commission awarded a Project and Construction Management contract for the 15 Express Lanes Project Southern Extension in December
Awards,I-15,Commission,Travel,Express Lanes
January 4, 2024
The Coachella Valley Rail Project Gets National Attention
The Point: The Federal Railroad Administration added CV Rail to its Corridor ID program and awarded this project a $500,000 grant
Funding,Community,Measure A,Federal Funding,Awards,Travel,Train,Commission,Finance
December 19, 2023
One Regional Rideshare Database, Countless Options!
The Point: Five regional transportation agencies join forces to enhance commute options by merging rideshare lists and allowing commuters to easily start or join a carpool or vanpool
IE Commuter,Travel,Rideshare,Commission,Lifestyle,Vanpool,Community
December 19, 2023
Switching Sides: Weeknight Full Closures of Westbound 91 in Corona to Begin December 11
The Point: Closures will allow crews to safely continue construction of new connector formwork and support structures
Community,71/91,Commission,91,Travel,71,Measure A,Construction
December 6, 2023










