Contra Costa Transportation Authority

Contra Costa Transportation Authority (CCTA) is looking for two visionary leaders to join our team as Deputy Executive Directors in both Projects & Operation and Planning, Programs & Policy. If you’re interested in joining a dynamic organization dedicated to making transportation more efficient, sustainable, and accessible for all, CCTA is the agency for you. Whether you’re passionate about innovative infrastructure, leading mobility and transportation management solutions, or shaping the future of transportation policy, we are seeking energetic leaders to help drive change in Contra Costa County! Ready to lead and make a difference? Apply today and become a key player in building a better, connected future. Check out our job posting here for more information about both positions: https://lnkd.in/gjaiNMn5 #Hiring #LeadershipOpportunity #Transportation #Innovation #Sustainability #CCTA #JoinOurTeam

How can electric “air taxis” become part of our local transport systems? On this episode of On the Patio, Tim Haile speaks with Archer Aviation’s Andrew Cummins about how Archer’s electric vertical take-off and landing aircraft, Midnight, will provide faster transit options across large urban areas. Listen to the full episode to learn more about the technology Archer uses in their aircraft, partnerships they’ve built with United and Southwest, and how Archer plans to bring Midnight to customers by 2026. Listen here: https://lnkd.in/gSA6EKYa

We're thrilled that the Mokelumne Trail Bicycle and Pedestrian Overcrossing was awarded 2024's Best Bike Project from Bike East Bay! As construction continues on a countywide high-comfort, low-stress bike network for all ages & abilities, residents can look forward to safer, more connected routes that promote healthy, sustainable transportation! #VisionZero #Safety     CCTA’s Senior Transportation Planner Colin B. Clarke, AICP accepted the award at the #Biketopia event on September 30, 2024. Thank you Metropolitan Transportation Commission, Bay Area Toll Authority, SR4 Bypass Authority, and Countywide Measure J! 😃  #YourSalesTaxDollarsAtWork For more information:   https://lnkd.in/g6bt6xd5  and   https://lnkd.in/gH-ZEj3v 

Happy #NationalHispanicHeritage Month! This year, we are shining a spotlight on the incredible work of prolific tile artist Alfonso Pardiñas. Born in Mexico in the 1920s, he eventually made his way to San Francisco and became an integral part of the vibrant bohemian art scene in the Bay Area during the ‘50s-’70s. He maintained ties in Mexico, serving as a large-jobs broker for a mosaic company there and eventually opening his own office in Mexico City as well as Los Angeles, and San Francisco.  You may be wondering what art has to do with transit – we're here to tell you.  If you’ve ever passed through BART’s El Cerrito Plaza, El Cerrito del Norte, or Lafayette stations you’ve seen the stunning mosaics gracing the walls – likely without realizing they are masterpieces by Alfonso Pardiñas. His artistry extends beyond #ContraCostaCounty and his other works can be found at stations in Oakland, Union City, and San Francisco. Next time you’re on BART, take a look around and snap a photo!

Thank you to everyone who joined us at the Lafayette Art and Wine Festival this weekend! We had a blast connecting with the community and showcasing our PRESTO AV (ridepresto.com)! A very special thank you to Congressman Mark Desaulnier for his visit to our booth! Did you get a photo in or of PRESTO? Tag us!    We’ll see you this weekend at the Town of Moraga Pear and Wine Festival and next month at the Clayton Oktoberfest and Brentwood’s Hometown Halloween!

This week is Rail Safety Week (#RSW)! When you approach tracks, look both ways, stay alert, obey signals, and wait for any trains to pass before crossing. California is ranked #2 in rail crossing collision fatalities with 172 in 2023, according to oli.org. Let’s work together to reduce this number! #StayAlertStayAlive

⚠️⚠️⚠️ HEADS UP! Sept. 20 – Sept. 23, there will be a FULL CLOSURE of SB I-680 in Pleasanton between Alcosta Blvd. and the I-580/I-680 connector in Pleasanton, per @CaltransD4.   Prepare for detours and please plan for closure impacts. For more info, please visit: https://lnkd.in/gsyTN-WE

The California Office of Traffic Safety and Caltrans have launched the "Better Slow Than Sorry" statewide initiative to combat the dangers of speeding. With 32% of traffic deaths in California caused by speeding and over 1,400 fatalities in 2022, this campaign is a crucial step in promoting a culture of safe driving. Join us in supporting this mission to save lives. Making it to your destination a few minutes late is better than not making it to your destination at all. Learn more about this initiative here: https://lnkd.in/gPXfnfa8

Today we previewed our latest autonomous vehicle pilot! PRESTO is making another wave in Contra Costa County – this time in the City of Martinez. This free, on-demand, and accessible service provides rides to passengers throughout the city, with several stop locations. Learn more at ridePRESTO.com/martinez This project is the result of great partnerships. Thank you May Mobility, County Connection and Contra Costa Health Services for helping us bring this to life.

How can Zoox, an autonomous vehicle company in the Bay Area, make transportation safer and enjoyable while bridging gaps in public transit? In this episode of On the Patio, Tim Haile speaks with Zoox’s Phillip Pierce about bringing purpose-built autonomous vehicles to San Francisco, new technologies to increase safety, and partnering with cities to improve connectivity between public transit and neighborhood destinations. Listen to the full episode to learn more about Zoox operations, ways Zoox technology will enhance the customer experience, and how autonomous vehicles are key to making roads safer. https://lnkd.in/gSA6EKYa