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PEER REVIEW VALIDATES QUALITY OF RUNOFF MANAGEMENT PLAN FOR 241, PROTECTION OF WATERSHED
Independent Analysis Says Plan Incorporates Best Design Practices,Will Provide “High Degree” of Water Quality Protection
IRVINE, Calif. (September 3, 2008) – The final runoff management plan for the completion of State Route 241 to connect with Interstate 5 south of San Clemente is an effective system that will ensure that there will be limited change in the flow of sediment after the toll road is built, according to an independent peer review of documents related to the plan which was released today by the Transportation Corridor Agencies (TCA). [more]
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TCA WELCOMES PUBLIC HEARING ON 241 COMPLETION PROJECT
Coastal Zone Management Act hearing rescheduled to September 22
The Transportation Corridor Agencies is pleased a date has been set and anxiously awaits this hearing, which offers the opportunity to correct a process that has been packed with distortion and misinformation. [more]
RESPONSE TO MAILER SHOWS STRONG SUPPORT FOR 241 TOLL ROAD
Comment cards returned to the Transportation Corridor Agencies are 15-to-1 in favor of the 241 completion.
IRVINE, Calif. (August 20, 2008) – A strong majority of South Orange County residents who received a recent Transportation Corridor Agencies mailer about the final segment of the 241 Toll Road favor the roadway project. Of 68,000 cards mailed, 1,542 were returned expressing support for the project and 168 indicated opposition. [more]
INDEPENDENT PEER REVIEW AFFIRMS: 241 TOLL ROAD WILL NOT ALTER SURF
A review of documentation related to the project concludes completion of the 241 will not threaten beach or surf
IRVINE, Calif. (July 29, 2008) – An independent peer review of reports concerning the 241 Toll Road and surfing conditions in the vicinity of San Mateo Creek has concluded that the project will have no impact on surfing or wave formation. [more]
STATE, FEDERAL AGENCIES SAY STATE ROUTE 241 SAFE FOR WILDLIFE, HABITATS, SURF
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, State Fish and Game, Surf Experts Validate Sensitive Route to Connect with I-5, De-Bunk False and Exaggerated Claims of the Opponents
IRVINE, Calif. (July 17, 2008) – The proposed route for the extension of State Route 241 to connect with the east side of Interstate 5 south of San Clemente is safe for the environment, watershed, wildlife, campers, surfing and the beaches, according to a series of independent reports from federal and state agencies and respected experts released by the Transportation Corridor Agencies (TCA). [more]
TCA ADOPTS NEW TRANSPONDERS WITH REPLACEABLE BATTERIES
Replaceable battery FasTrak transponders will save money and reduce waste.
IRVINE, Calif. (July 15, 2008) – The Transportation Corridor Agencies (TCA) announced the Agencies will begin issuing FasTrak transponders with replaceable batteries instead a model with non-replaceable batteries. [more]
TOLL ROADS WELCOME NEW CHIEF ENGINEER
Sam Elters oversaw construction and improvements to Arizona state highway system.
IRVINE, Calif. (July 8, 2008) – Sam Elters has joined the Transportation Corridor Agencies as the toll road agencies’ new chief engineer. Elters previously served as the State Engineer for the Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT), where he was responsible for all construction and improvements on the state highway system. [more]
TCA PALEONTOLOGY PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTED AT GIRL SCOUT DAY CAMP
Paleontologist discusses fossils and artifacts discovered during construction of Orange County Toll Roads
IRVINE, Calif. (July 1, 2008) – Paleontologist Lloyd Sample discussed fossils and artifacts recovered during construction of the 73 and 241 Toll Roads today at Laguna Niguel Regional Park. [more]
SAN JOAQUIN HILLS BOARD OF DIRECTORS APPROVES FY2009 BUDGET
Board votes to implement 25 cent toll increases at toll plaza and some ramps.
IRVINE, Calif. (June 26, 2008) – The Board of the San Joaquin Hills Transportation Corridor Agencies today approved a Fiscal Year 2009 budget totaling $139.5 million, of which 80%, or $112 million, will be used for debt service and debt expenses on the Agency’s bonds. [more]
TRAFFIC SERIES UNDERSCORES NEED FOR COMPLETION OF 241 TOLL ROAD
Poor planning, underfunding and increased cargo strain Southern California highways. The 241 Toll Road is part of the solution.
IRVINE, Calif. (June 19, 2008) – A recent four-part series in the Los Angeles Times explored the causes and impacts of Los Angeles and Orange Counties’ crushing traffic congestion. The series found that even when other options are available, the majority of commuters simply prefer the convenience of driving. [more]
TOLL ROAD AGENCY DISPUTES LT. GOV. GARAMENDI’S CHARACTERIZATIONS
Agency corrects major errors in lieutenant governor’s public letter
IRVINE, Calif. (June 16, 2008) – Transportation Corridor Agencies CEO Tom Margro today sent a sharply worded letter to Lt. Gov. John Garamendi regarding his observations about how the Transportation Corridor Agencies (TCA) has conducted the planning process for the completion of the 241 Toll Road. [more]
FOOTHILL/EASTERN BOARD OF DIRECTORS APPROVES FY2009 BUDGET
San Joaquin Board requests additional analysis of toll rates.
IRVINE, Calif. (June 12, 2008) – The Board of the Foothill/Eastern Transportation Corridor Agencies today approved a Fiscal Year 2009 budget totaling $284.9 million, of which 55.8%, or $159.1 million, will be used for debt service and debt expenses on the Agency’s bonds. [more]
LOCAL MEMBERS OF CONGRESS REQUEST SUPPORT FOR 241 TOLL ROAD
Eight Southern California members send letter to the U.S. Secretary of Commerce to request override of Coastal Commission vote.
IRVINE, Calif. (June 3, 2008) – Eight Members of Congress who represent the communities most affected by the proposed route for the completion of the 241 Toll Road strongly endorsed the project in a recent letter to U.S. Secretary of Commerce Carlos M. Gutierrez. [more]
FEDERAL HIGHWAY ADMINISTRATION URGES OVERRIDE OF COASTAL COMMISSION VOTE
Federal agency says 241 Toll Road is essential to regional congestion relief, conformity with the Clean Air Act and provides national security benefits.
IRVINE, Calif. (May 29, 2008) – Acting Administrator of the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) James Ray recommended that the Secretary of Commerce override the February 6 California Coastal Commission decision in a recent letter. [more]
TOLL ROADS WELCOME NEW CHIEF TOLL OPERATIONS OFFICER
James T. Gallagher has 37 years of experience in public transportation in Houston, Washington, D.C. and the Bay Area.
IRVINE, Calif. (May 29, 2008) –James T. Gallagher has joined the Transportation Corridor Agencies as the new Chief Toll Operations Officer. Gallagher is responsible for overseeing day-to-day operations of the 73, 241, 261, and 133 Toll Roads, including toll collection, customer service, toll enforcement, and supervision of toll facilities. [more]
SURVEY SHOWS DRIVERS CHOOSE THE TOLL ROADS TO SAVE GAS, TIME
Rising fuel costs and desire to save time cited as reasons Southern Californians drive the Toll Roads
IRVINE, Calif. (May 21, 2008) – A recent survey of commuters who drive the Orange County Toll Roads (State Routes 73, 133, 241 and 261) shows many choose the routes to save gas. Known for free-flowing traffic, Orange County’s 51 miles of Toll Roads allow more efficient gas consumption and the option to avoid congested traffic on the 91, 405 and 5 Freeways. [more] To see the survey results click here
STATE WILDLIFE AGENCY APPROVES 241 TOLL ROAD PROJECT
All state and federal wildlife approvals for the project now complete
IRVINE, Calif. (May 8, 2008) – The California Department of Fish and Game has issued a Streambed Alteration Agreement for the 241 Toll Road, finalizing 63 measures the Transportation Corridor Agencies committed to implement to protect fish and wildlife resources during construction and operation of the roadway. [more]
FEDERAL AGENCY ISSUES KEY PERMIT FOR BUILDING 241 TOLL ROAD
The Biological Opinion concludes the project will not jeopardize any endangered species survival and recovery
IRVINE, Calif. (May 5, 2008) – The U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service issued the Biological Opinion for the 241 Toll Road, confirming that the 16-mile roadway complies with the Endangered Species Act. [more]
TOLL AGENCY CEO RESPONDS TO DAVIS LETTER, CLARIFIES MISINFORMATION
Local leaders support completion of the 241 Toll Road
IRVINE, Calif. (April 23, 2008) – Transportation Corridor Agencies CEO Tom Margro sent a letter today to Secretary of Commerce Carlos Gutierrez to correct an April 14 letter signed by Rep. Susan Davis and other members of the California Congressional delegation. [more]
TOLL ROAD AGENCY REQUESTS ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS CORRECT LETTER
Letter contains errors and mischaracterizes environmental process
IRVINE, Calif. (April 16, 2008) – The Transportation Corridor Agencies (TCA) asked the Army Corps of Engineers to correct an April 7 letter regarding the federal environmental process for the completion of the 241 Toll Road. [more]
ANNUAL SPRING TOURS WILL SHOWCASE WILDFLOWERS, FIRE RECOVERY
Biologist will lead free tours of areas set aside with construction of the 241 and 73 Toll Roads
IRVINE, Calif. (March 27, 2008) – The public is invited to get up close to this Spring’s spectacular wildflowers as part of the Transportation Corridor Agencies’ 2008 Native Habitat Tour Series. [more]
TOLL ROAD AGENCY APPEALS COASTAL COMMISSION DECISION
Extension of 241 Toll Road merits consistency decision
IRVINE, Calif. (February 8, 2008) – The Transportation Corridor Agencies (TCA) announced today that they have filed an appeal to the decision by the California Coastal Commission, which objected to the coastal consistency certification for the 16-mile Toll Road completion in South Orange County on February 6. [more]
241 SUPPORTERS PUSH FOR COASTAL COMMISSION APPROVAL
Thousands have voiced their strong support this month
IRVINE, Calif. (January 30, 2008) - A week before the Coastal Commission considers the completion of the 241 Toll Road, the online support list for the project has topped 9,300 individuals and elected officials from all over California. [more]
TCA FILES COMPLAINT AGAINST VERMONT ENGINEERING FIRM
Smart Mobility, Inc. prepared engineering report on 241 project
IRVINE, Calif. (January 23, 2008) - The Foothill/Eastern Transportation Corridor Agency today filed a complaint against Smart Mobility, Inc. with the Board for Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors. Opponents of the 241 completion project have relied on reports prepared by Smart Mobility; however, the company's engineers are unlicensed in California and are violating California law by practicing civil and traffic engineering without legal authorization. [more]
TCA LAUNCHES INTERACTIVE CLASSROOM
New Web site allows teachers and students to take a virtual tour of Bonita Creek and explore wildlife in the restoration area
IRVINE, Calif. (January 10, 2008) – The Transportation Corridor Agencies (TCA) today launched an interactive Web site that highlights the importance of restoring wetlands and riparian habitats to improve water quality, conserve water, and provide habitat for wildlife. [more]
FLAWS CITED IN COASTAL COMMISSION STAFF REPORT ON 241 TOLL ROAD
Report on extension of the 241 Toll Road is ‘Inaccurate and Misleading,’ Transportation Corridor Agencies Say
IRVINE, Calif. (January 9, 2008) – The Transportation Corridor Agencies (TCA) today issued a compelling, detailed response that rebuts findings in the California Coastal Commission’s staff report on the proposed 16-mile extension of the 241 Toll Road in South Orange County. [more]
TOLL ROAD AGENCY CHAIR ASKS CONGRESSWOMAN TO CORRECT ERRORS
Rep. Susan Davis’ Congressional Web site includes misinformation and factual errors regarding the 241 Toll Road project
IRVINE, Calif. (January 7, 2008) – The Chair of the Board that oversees the 241 Toll Road today sent a letter to Rep. Susan Davis urging the Congresswoman to withdraw her amendment to the Defense Authorization Bill, remove false information about the 241 Toll Road from a press release on her Congressional Web site and to provide the Coastal Commission with the facts. [more]
CITY OF CORONA URGES COASTAL COMMISSION TO APPROVE COMPLETION OF STATE ROUTE 241
IRVINE, Calif. (January 7, 2008) – The City of Corona unanimously approved a resolution urging the California Coastal Commission to approve the completion of the 241 Toll Road at a January 2 City Council meeting. [more]
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