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June 23, 2025

The Orange County Transportation Authority’s Board of Directors recognized three employees of the month for June.   

  • Jose Esparza, a coach operator, was honored for his leadership during the 2025 Orange County Marathon, where he served as an ambassador and helped fellow coach operators navigate complex detours.  
  • Marco Lopez, from the maintenance team, was recognized for his technical expertise and commitment to keeping OC Bus service safe and reliable.   
  • Peter Sotherland, the administrative employee of the month, was celebrated for his role in advancing active transportation throughout Orange County. His work helped complete the environmental phase of the OC Connect Bikeway Project, a planned 4-mile biking and walking trail linking Garden Grove and Santa Ana.  

The OCTA Board received an update on OC Bus service changes taking effect Aug. 10, aimed at improving service quality and reliability.  

OCTA regularly updates schedules and routes several times a year to keep service efficient and responsive to rider needs. Highlights of the Aug. 10 changes include:  

  • Increased frequency on Routes 47, 64, 66, 90, and 123 
  • Minor schedule updates based on customer feedback on Routes 43, 53, 55, 57, and 59 
  • Schedule adjustments to improve on-time performance on Routes 1, 25, 33, 35, 50, 54, 56, 59, 70, 83, 89, 123, 167, and 177 
  • Extended summer schedule for Route 1 through November 2025 to improve weekend reliability 

These changes will add approximately 31,000 vehicle service hours, bringing total annual revenue hours to 1.59 million – a reflection of OCTA’s continued commitment to a balanced and sustainable transportation system.  

For more information, please visit OCBus.com.  

The OCTA Board received an update on the 405 Express Lanes, showing continued growth in transactions, trips and toll revenue during the first full year of operations.  

Opened in December 2023 as part of the I-405 Improvement Project, the 405 Express Lanes are helping reduce travel times and improve reliability along one of the region’s busiest highways, even benefiting drivers who choose not to use the express lanes.    

Performance highlights over the past 12 months include:  

  • 65.6 million total transactions  
  • 16.8 million total trips  
  • $39.8 million in toll revenue  

To learn more, visit 405ExpressLanes.com.  


    Board Actions Archive

    June 23, 2025

    Overview
    • June Employees of the Month Recognized
    • OC Bus Service Improvements Coming Aug. 10
    • 405 Express Lanes Update Highlights Growth, Progress

    June 9, 2025

    Overview
    • OCTA Approves 2025-26 Fiscal Year Budget
    • Board Receives Update on Measure M 10-Year Review

    May 27, 2025

    Overview
    • May Employees of the Month Recognized
    • New Way to Pay OC Bus Fares Launching in October

    May 12, 2025

    Overview
    • OCTA Board Receives Updates on San Clemente Coastal Rail Stabilization
    • OC Streetcar Service Expected to Launch Next Year
    • Budget Workshop Held to Discuss Proposed FY 2025-26 Budget

    April 28, 2025

    Overview
    • April Employees of the Month Recognized
    • Passenger Rail Service to be Temporarily Halted through San Clemente to Allow for Emergency Reinforcement

    April 14, 2025

    Overview
    • OCTA Board Authorizes Emergency Rail Stabilization Work in South Orange County
    • OCTA Awards $37.7 Million to Improve Local Streets
    • OCTA Making it Safer, Easier to Bike and Walk in Orange County

    March 24, 2025

    Overview
    • March Employees of the Month Recognized
    • OCTA to Enhance OC Bus Service in May
    • OCTA Holds Public Hearing for Proposed Wave Pass

    March 10, 2025

    Overview
    • OCTA Board Reappoints Tam T. Nguyen as Public Member
    • Board Makes $3.5 Million Available to Improve Water Quality
    • OCTA Maintains Strong Performance in Latest Measure M Assessment

    February 24, 2025

    Overview
    • February Employees of the Month Recognized
    • Board Receives Update on Zero-Emission Bus Transition

    February 10, 2025

    Overview
    • 2024 Employees of the Year Recognized
    • OCTA Board Advances Priority Coastal Rail Projects
    • Improvements to I-5 in Tustin and Irvine Coming Soon

    January 27, 2025

    Overview
    • January Employees of the Month Recognized
    • OCTA Sets 2025 Action Plan with CEO and Board Initiatives

    January 13, 2025

    Overview

    • OCTA Board Selects 2025 Chair and Vice Chair
    • OC Bus Service Adjustments Coming Feb. 9
    • SR-91 Improvements Breaking Ground Soon

    December 9, 2024

    Overview
    • December Employees of the Month Recognized
    • OCTA Continues Delivering Measure M Promises
    • OCTA Advances Long-Term Transit Planning with OC Transit Vision

    November 25, 2024

    Overview
    • November Employees of the Month Recognized
    • Fare Policy Updates Coming in July
    • Board Approves Purchase of Additional Zero-Emission Buses

    November 12, 2024

    Overview
    • OCTA Receives Updates on Board and CEO Action Plan
    • OCTA Continuing to Make Biking, Walking Easier in Orange County
    • Board Approves 2024 Next 10 Delivery Plan

    October 28, 2024

    Overview
    • October Employees of the Month Recognized
    • OCTA Reaching a Diverse Orange County through Outreach Efforts
    • OC Streetcar Construction Nearly 90% Complete

    October 14, 2024

    Overview
    • OCTA Board Approves Nearly $11 Million to Improve O.C. Water Quality
    • OCTA Begins Development of 405 Express Lanes Expenditure Plan
    • Measure M 10-Year Review Underway

    September 23, 2024

    Overview
    • September Employees of the Month
    • Board Receives Service Change Update
    • OCTA Board Accepts Programming Recommendations for Project V

    September 9, 2024

    Overview
    • August Employees of the Month
    • Board Receives Traffic Signal Synchronization Program Update
    • OCTA Board Accepts Grants to Advance Sustainability Efforts

    August 12, 2024

    Overview
    • Board Makes More than $40 Million Available to Help Ease Congestion in O.C.
    • Board Receives Update on South County Improvements
    • I-5 South County Improvements Nearing Finish Line

    July 22, 2024

    Overview
    • Board Honors July Employees of the Month
    • OC Streetcar Construction 86% Complete

    July 8, 2024

    Overview
    • OCTA Board Receives Measure M 10-Year Comprehensive Review Survey Results
    • Board Receives Mid-Year Update on 2024 Initiatives
    • OCTA Continues Efforts to Improve Biking, Walking in O.C.

    June 24, 2024

    Overview
    • OCTA Approves 2024-25 Fiscal Year Budget
    • Board Honors June Employees of the Month
    • Board Names New Taxpayer Oversight Committee Members, Recognizes Teen Council

    June 10, 2024

    Overview
    • OCTA Continues Delivering on Measure M Promises
    • Board Takes Next Step Toward Safer Routes to Schools

    May 28, 2024

    Overview
    • Board Honors May Employees of the Month
    • Board Receives Update on Study Aimed at Improving O.C.'s Transit Future

    May 13, 2024

    Overview
    • Board Receives Update on Coastal Rail Resiliency Efforts
    • Budget Workshop Held to Discuss Proposed FY 2024-25 Budget

    April 22, 2024

    Overview
    • Board Honors April Employees of the Month
    • OCTA Board Seeks Firm to Provide Video Streaming Services
    • Board Approves Purchase of Driver Barriers

    April 9, 2024

    Overview
    • OCTA Maintains Strong Financial Health Despite Sales Tax Decline
    • Board Discusses 2028 Olympic Transportation Plans

    March 25, 2024

    Overview
    • Board Honors March Employees of the Month
    • OCTA Takes Step Toward a Zero-Emission Future
    • Minor Updates Coming to OC Bus Schedule in May

    March 11, 2024

    Overview
    • OCTA Contributes $27.5 Million to Preserve Habitat and Wildlife
    • I-5 South County Improvements Nearing Finish Line
    • OCTA Continues Work to Protect Coastal Rail Line

    February 26, 2024

    Overview
    • Board Honors February Employees of the Month

    February 12, 2024

    Overview
    • OCTA Sets 2024 Standards with CEO and Board Initiatives
    • $18.5 Million Available to Improve Orange County Water Quality
    • OCTA en Route to a Zero-Emission Future

    January 22, 2024

    Overview
    • Board Honors January Employees of the Month
    • Board Members Appointed to External Agencies

    January 8, 2024

    Overview
    • OCTA Board Selects Tam T. Nguyen to Serve as Chair
    • Board Reflects on 2023 Accomplishments

    December 11, 2023

    Overview
    • OCTA Recognizes Outgoing Board Members
    • Board Honors December Employees of the Month
    • OCTA Continues to Deliver on Measure M Projects

    November 27, 2023

    Overview
    • Board Honors November Employees of the Month
    • OCTA Continues Enhancing Bus Operations Planning
    • I-405 Improvement Project to Open Dec. 1

    November 13, 2023

    Overview
    • OCTA Receives Update on Board and CEO Action Plan
    • Cities Invited to Apply for Community Shuttle Services
    • Board Approves 2023 Next 10 Delivery Plan

    October 23, 2023

    Overview
    • Board Honors October Employees of the Month
    • Quicker Commute Coming Dec. 1 With Opening of I-405 Improvements
    • Board Advances Orange County Maintenance Facility

    October 9, 2023

    Overview
    • Measure M Expected to Generate $14.8 Billion Through 2041
    • Board Receives Forecast of Construction Market Conditions
    • Board Approves Nine State Project Program Recommendations

    September 25, 2023

    Overview
    • OCTA Reappoints Public Board Member Hennessey
    • Board Honors September Employees of the Month
    • OCTA Board Accepts $42 million Grant for SR-91 Improvements
    • OCTA Board Approves Request for Proposals for SR-91 Project

    August 28, 2023

    Overview
    • Board Honors August Employees of the Month
    • OCTA Board Advances I-405 Outreach Plans

    August 14, 2023

    Overview
    • Board Approves $3.4 Million to Help Protect Orange County’s Water Quality
    • OCTA Issues Call for Projects to Improve Mobility in Orange County
    • OCTA Selects Consultant for Coastal Rail Study

    July 24, 2023

    Overview
    • Board Recognizes July Employees of the Month
    • OCTA Board Approves 405 Express Lanes Toll Policy

    July 10, 2023

    Overview
    • Board Reviews 2023 Strategic Initiatives Mid-Year Report
    • OCTA Makes Progress on SR-55 Improvement Project
    • Board Approves Collaboration with Caltrans on SR-91 Improvements

    June 26, 2023

    Overview
    • Board Recognizes June Employees of the Month
    • OCTA Board Appoints Public Committee Members

    June 12, 2023

    Overview
    • OCTA Approves 2023-24 Fiscal Year Budget
    • Board Declares Emergency Resolution for San Clemente Tracks
    • I-405 Improvement Project Now 95% Complete

    May 22, 2023

    Overview
    • Board Recognizes May Employees of the Month
    • Board Receives Update on I-5 South County Improvements

    May 8, 2023

    Overview
    • Board Receives Update on 2023 Initiatives
    • Board Approves Final Long-Range Transportation Plan
    • Workshop Held to Discuss Proposed FY 2023-24 Budget

    April 24, 2023

    Overview
    • Board Recognizes April Employees of the Month
    • OCTA Selects Outreach Firm for I-5/El Toro Road Interchange Project
    • Board Approves Updated Funding Plan for I-405 Improvement Project

    April 10, 2023

    Overview
    • Passenger Rail Service between Orange and San Diego Counties to Resume April 17
    • Board Honors Employee Rotation Program Graduates
    • OCTA Board Awards $37 Million to Improve Orange County Streets

    March 27, 2023

    Overview
    • Board Recognizes March Employees of the Month
    • OCTA Board Advances 405 Express Lanes
    • OCTA Selects Outreach Firm for SR-91 Improvement Project

    March 13, 2023

    Overview
    • Board Receives 91 Express Lanes Update
    • OCTA Begins Procurement Process for South Coast Rail Study
    • Board Selects Firms for Freeway Services Patrol Services

    February 27, 2023

    Overview
    • OCTA Board Honors 2022 Employees of the Year
    • Board Recognizes February Employees of the Month
    • Board Approves Framework for Finding Coastal Rail Solutions

    February 13, 2023

    Overview
    • OCTA Saves Taxpayers $509 Million through Innovative Financing
    • $3 Million Available to Protect County’s Oceans and Waterways
    • Board Receives Update on Long-Range Transportation Plan

    January 23, 2023

    Overview
    • Board Recognizes January Employees of the Month
    • Board Sets Transportation Vision for 2023
    • OC Streetcar Construction 78% Complete

    January 9, 2023

    Overview
    • OCTA Appoints New and Returning Board Members
    • Board Reviews 2022 Initiatives and Action Plan
    • OCTA’s Zero-Emission Bus Pilots Creating a Cleaner O.C.

    December 12, 2022

    Overview
    • OCTA Board Approves Maintenance Employee Contract
    • Board Commemorates Outgoing Members
    • Board Recognizes December Employees of the Month

    November 28, 2022

    Overview
    • OCTA Honors Outgoing Board Members
    • Board Recognizes November Employees of the Month
    • Board Receives Employment and Travel Follow-up Survey Results

    November 14, 2022

    Overview
    • OCTA Awards $3.1 Million to Improve Water Quality
    • Board Approves Strategies to Improve South O.C. Transportation
    • OCTA Continues Delivering on Promises with Updated Next 10 Plan

    October 24, 2022

    Overview
    • Board Recognizes October Employees of the Month
    • OC Streetcar Construction 73% Complete
    • Board Approves Making Better Connections Plan

    October 10, 2022

    Overview
    • Measure M Contributes $1 Billion to Orange County Streets
    • Board Receives Update on 2022 Long-Range Transportation Plan
    • Board Receives Report on Construction Market Conditions

    September 26, 2022

    Overview
    • Board Recognizes September Employees of the Month
    • Measure M Expected to Generate $15 Billion Through 2041

    September 12, 2022

    Overview
    • Adjustments to Bus Schedule Go into Effect Oct. 9
    • Board Approves Updated 2023 Active Transportation Program Regional Project Points

    August 22, 2022

    Overview
    • Board Recognizes August Employees of the Month
    • OCTA Approves SB 1 Program Recommendations for Fiscal Year 2022-23

    August 8, 2022

    Overview
    • OCTA’s Student Bus Pass Program Expands to All O.C. Community Colleges
    • Board Issues $45 Million Call for Projects to Help Ease Congestion in Orange County
    • I-405 Improvement Project Now 80% Complete

    July 25, 2022

    Overview
    • OCTA Receives Public Feedback on Draft Bus Restructuring Plan
    • Board Recognizes July Employees of the Month

    July 11, 2022

    Overview
    • OCTA Makes Progress on 2022 Initiatives and Action Plan
    • New Members Selected for Taxpayer Oversight Committee
    • OCTA Planning for O.C.’s Transportation Future

    June 27, 2022

    Overview
    • OCTA Continues to Fulfill Promises to Voters through Measure M
    • Board Recognizes June Employees of the Month
    • Board Receives Update on South County Transportation Study

    June 13, 2022

    Overview
    • OCTA Approves $1.65 Billion Balanced Budget for FY 2022-23
    • Measure M Continuing to Improve Orange County Mobility

    May 23, 2022

    Overview
    • Board Approves Draft Plan Aimed at Improving Bus Service
    • Board Recognizes May Employees of the Month
    • Minor Service Changes Coming to OC Bus June 12

    May 9, 2022

    Overview
    • OCTA Awards $26.4 Million to Improve Orange County Streets
    • Board Receives CEO Initiatives and Action Plan Progress Report
    • Workshop Held to Discuss Proposed FY 2022-23 Budget

    April 25, 2022

    Overview
    • Board Selects Consultant for South Orange County Rail Station Feasibility Study
    • OCTA Selects Community Outreach Consultant for OC Streetcar Project
    • Board Recognizes April Employees of the Month

    April 11, 2022

    Overview
    • OCTA Board Calls for Bids for SR-55 Improvements
    • OCTA Continues to Mitigate Impacts from OC Streetcar Construction

    March 28, 2022

    Overview
    • I-5 South County Improvements Project Progresses
    • Board Recognizes March Employees of the Month
    • Environmental Work on I-5 Carpool Extension Continues

    March 14, 2022

    Overview
    • $3 Million Available to Protect Orange County Beaches and Waterways
    • Board Receives Update on Efforts to Synchronize Traffic Signals
    • Measure M Continues to Deliver Projects and Programs that Keep Orange County Moving

    February 28, 2022

    Overview
    • Board Recognizes February Employees of the Month
    • Traffic Volumes on 91 Express Lanes Exceed Pre-Pandemic Levels

    February 14, 2022

    Overview
    • OCTA Continues Youth Ride Free Pass Beyond Promotional Period
    • SR-55 Improvement Project Advances with Consultant Selection
    • OCTA Honors Outstanding Employees of the Year

    January 24, 2022

    Overview
    • Board Recognizes January Employees of the Month
    • OCTA Launches Making Better Connections Study
    • Initiatives for 2022 Focus on Equity, Transparency, Fiscal and Environmental Responsibility

    January 10, 2022

    Overview
    • OCTA Board Selects Chairman and Vice Chairman for 2022
    • OCTA Keeps Orange County Moving in 2021 with Focus on Safety and Sustainability
    • Board Reviews 2021 Board and CEO Initiatives and Action Plan

    December 13, 2021

    Overview
    • Board Recognizes December Employees of the Month
    • Board Receives Update on Zero-Emission Bus Pilot Program
    • Board Receives Employment and Travel Survey Results
    • OCTA Continues Delivering on Promises with Updated Next 10 Plan

    November 22, 2021

    Overview
    • Board Recognizes November Employees of the Month
    • OCTA Awards Nearly $3 Million to Improve Transportation for Seniors and People with Disabilities
    • Board Receives Attitudinal and Awareness Survey Results

    November 8, 2021

    Overview
    • Board Receives Update on Efforts to Synchronize Traffic Signals
    • I-405 Improvement Project Construction Progresses
    • Board Receives Quarterly Progress Report on CEO Action Plan

    October 25, 2021

    Overview
    • Board Recognizes October Employees of the Month
    • Improvements Rolling Along at Anaheim Canyon Metrolink Station
    • OC Streetcar Construction Progresses

    October 11, 2021

    Overview
    • OCTA Collaborates with Caltrans on I-605/Katella Avenue Project
    • OCTA Seeks Firm to Implement OC Streetcar Ticket Vending Machines

    September 27, 2021

    Overview
    • Measure M Expected to Generate $13.2 Billion Through 2041
    • SR-55 Improvement Project Progresses
    • Board Recognizes September Employees of the Month

    September 13, 2021

    Overview
    • Board Receives Update on South County Transportation Study
    • OCTA to Provide Additional Bus Service Next Month
    • OCTA Using Creative Financing to Save $20 Million on 405 Project

    August 23, 2021

    Overview
    • Board Recognizes August Employees of the Month
    • OCTA Approves SB 1 Program Recommendations
    • I-405 Improvement Project Now More than 60% Complete

    August 9, 2021

    Overview
    • Board Issues $40 Million Call for Projects to Help Ease Traffic in Orange County
    • OCTA Invests $2.7 Million to Clean Orange County Water
    • OCTA Board Awards Contract for 405 Express Lanes Back-Office

    July 26, 2021

    Overview
    • Board Recognizes July Employees of the Month
    • Board of Directors Receives State Legislative Status Report
    • Board of Directors Receives Federal Legislative Status Report

    July 12, 2021

    Overview
    • Northbound SR-57 Improvements Advance with Consultant Selection
    • Board Takes Step Toward Free Bus Rides for Youth
    • Board Receives Strategic Initiatives Mid-Year Report

    June 28, 2021

    Overview
    • Board Recognizes June Employees of the Month
    • Taxpayer Oversight Committee Gains New Members
    • OCTA Fulfilling Measure M Promises for 30 Years Straight

    June 14, 2021

    Overview
    • OCTA Approves $1.3 Billion Balanced Budget for FY 21-22
    • OCTA Releases the Draft 2021 SR-91 Implementation Plan
    • Board Approves Bus Service Change for June 13
    • Board Receives Update on Regional Traffic Signal Synchronization Program

    May 24, 2021

    Overview
    • Board Recognizes May Employees of the Month
    • OCTA Allocates Low Carbon Transit Operations Program Funds
    • Board Approves Bus Service Change for June 13
    • OCTA Board Participates in Future of Transit Workshop

    May 10, 2021

    Overview
    • OCTA Awards $28.7 Million to Improve Orange County Streets
    • Board Receives Update on South County Improvements
    • Workshop Held to Discuss Proposed FY 2021-22 Budget

    April 26, 2021

    Overview
    • Board Recognizes April Employees of the Month
    • Public Hearing Held for Upcoming Bus Service Change
    • Board Approves Comprehensive Business Plan

    April 12, 2021

    Overview
    • OCTA Board Welcomes New Members
    • OCTA Continues to Deliver with Updated 10-year Measure M Plan
    • OCTA Selects Firm to Aid in OC Bus Restructuring
    • OCTA Advances SR-55 Improvement Project with Consultant Selection

    March 22, 2021

    Overview
    • March Employees of the Month Recognized
    • Construction Contract Awarded for Anaheim Canyon Metrolink Station Improvements
    • Board Calls for Bids for Battery-Electric Bus Chargers

    March 8, 2021

    Overview
    • OCTA Setting Vision for Mobility Hubs in O.C.
    • Northbound SR-57 Project Advances
    • Board Receives Update on I-5 Improvements in South County

    February 22, 2021

    Overview
    • February Employees of the Month Recognized
    • Board Receives Update on 91 Express Lanes
    • OCTA Requests Feedback from the Public on Bus Service Changes

    February 8, 2021

    Overview
    • 2020 Employees of the Year Honored
    • $2.8 Million Available to Improve County’s Water Quality
    • OCTA Developing Strategies to Improve Travel in South Orange County

    January 25, 2021

    Overview
    • January Employees of the Month Recognized
    • Board Sets Transportation Vision for 2021
    • OCTA Purchases Charging Stations for Light-Duty Vehicles
    • Community Transit Program Requirements Revised Due to Pandemic

    January 11, 2021

    Overview
    • OCTA Board Elects Do as Chairman, Murphy as Vice Chair
    • OCTA Swears in New and Returning Board Members
    • SR-55 Project Receives $140 million from CTC

    December 14, 2020

    Overview
    • OCTA Bids Farewell to Outgoing Board Members
    • I-5 Widening Project Progresses
    • I-405 Improvement Project Update

    November 23, 2020

    Overview
    • OCTA Bids Farewell to Outgoing Board Members
    • OC Flex Pilot in South O.C. Extended Through 2021
    • OCTA Continuing to Proactively Respond to COVID-19

    November 9, 2020

    Overview
    • Signal Synchronization Coming to Warner Avenue
    • OCTA Purchases Battery-Electric Buses
    • Board Receives Strategic Initiatives Quarterly Update

    October 26, 2020

    Overview
    • SR-55 Improvement Project Progresses
    • OCTA Signal Synchronization Program Saves Time, Money, Helps the Environment
    • Measure M Expected to Generate $11.6 Billion Through 2041

    October 12, 2020

    Overview
    • OCTA Awards $2.8 Million to Improve O.C.’s Water Quality
    • I-5 Project in South Orange County Advances
    • OCTA Studying Development Opportunities for Fullerton Park-and-Ride

    September 28, 2020

    Overview
    • SCAG Sheds Light on Pandemic’s Impact to Regional Travel
    • Board Receives Update on Hydrogen Fuel-Cell Bus Performance
    • Survey Demonstrates how COVID-19 has Affected Employment, Travel

    September 14, 2020

    Overview
    • Board Receives Update on OC Go Progress
    • Upgrades Headed to Busy Bus Stops in Santa Ana
    • Survey Demonstrates how COVID-19 has Affected Employment, Travel

    August 24, 2020

    Overview
    • OC Go to Fund Senior Mobility Program in Laguna Beach
    • Board Requesting Proposals for Maintenance of Environmental Properties
    • Measure M Forecast Declines due to COVID-19 Impacts

    August 10, 2020

    Overview
    • OCTA Board Commends Essential Workers, Pilots Distribution of Free Face Coverings
    • OCTA Adds All-Electric Support Vehicles to Fleet
    • Board Receives Updates on South County Improvements

    July 27, 2020

    Overview
    • OCTA Proactively Responding to COVID-19
    • Board Receives Update on Annual Rating Agency Meetings
    • OCTA Board Awards Contract for OC Bus Communications

    July 13, 2020

    Overview
    • OCTA Board Pays Tribute to Director Winterbottom
    • SR-91 Plan Details $1.3 Billion of Planned Improvements
    • OCTA Meeting Major Transportation Milestones Despite Pandemic Challenges

    June 22, 2020

    Overview
    • OCTA Continues to Fulfill Measure M Promises to Voters
    • Board Approves Plan to Transition to All Zero-Emission Buses
    • I-5 Project in South Orange County Advances

    June 8, 2020

    Overview
    • OCTA Board Approves $1.4 Billion Budget
    • OCTA Proactively Responding to COVID-19
    • Board Receives Update on Measure M Progress

    May 22, 2020

    Overview
    • Board Awards Contract to Operate and Maintain OC Streetcar
    • Service Changes Coming to OC Bus on June 14
    • Construction Progresses on I-405 Improvements

    May 11, 2020

    Overview
    • Board Receives COVID-19 Update
    • SR-55 Improvements Expected to Break Ground Next Year
    • Workshop Held to Discuss Proposed FY 2020-21 Budget

    April 27, 2020

    Overview
    • Board Receives COVID-19 Update
    • OCTA to Add Plug-in Electric Buses to Fleet
    • Solutions Developed to Improve Beach Boulevard Travel

    April 13, 2020

    Overview
    • Board Receives COVID-19 Update
    • Three Projects Advancing to Address South County Traffic
    • $9.2 Million Awarded to Local Transit

    March 23, 2020

    Overview
    • Board Receives COVID-19 Update
    • OCTA to Purchase 299 Replacement Buses
    • OC Streetcar Construction Progressing

    March 9, 2020

    Overview
    • Deputy CEO Recognized for Service at OCTA
    • $2.8 Million Available to Improve O.C. Water Quality
    • Board Receives I-5/El Toro Road Interchange Update

    February 24, 2020

    Overview
    • February Employees of the Month Recognized
    • OCTA to Roll Out Zero-Emission Buses
    • OCTA Working with Local Businesses During OC Streetcar Construction

    February 10, 2020

    Overview
    • 2019 Employees of the Year Honored
    • Rotation Program Participants Recognized
    • Measure M Signal Synchronization Keeping O.C. Moving

    January 27, 2020

    Overview
    • January Employees of the Month Recognized
    • Board Sets Transportation Vision for 2020
    • Board Extends OC Flex Pilot Through October

    January 13, 2020

    Overview
    • Steve Jones Selected as New OCTA Chairman
    • OCTA Board Looks Back at Last Year’s Accomplishments
    • Board Reviews February Bus Service Changes
    • I-405 Improvements Continue into 2020

    December 9, 2019

    Overview
    • December Employees of the Month Recognized
    • Director Moreno Honored for Service to OCTAs
    • Local Sales Tax Funds Working to Preserve the Environment
    • Options Explored for Future Express Lanes

    November 25, 2019

    Overview
    • November Employees of the Month Recognized
    • 91 Express Lanes Usage Exceeds Expectations
    • OC Streetcar Construction Rolling Along

    November 11, 2019

    Overview
    • Next 10 Plan Bringing Balanced Transportation Improvements to O.C.
    • Board Receives CEO’s Third Quarter Initiatives Update
    • Board Recognizes Management Development Academy Graduates

    October 28, 2019

    Overview
    • October Employees of the Month Recognized
    • Measure M Expected to Bring in $13.4 Billion
    • Agreement Reached for 241/91 Tolled Connector

    October 14, 2019

    Overview
    • OC Bus 360° Keeps Orange County Moving
    • Board Receives Metrolink Performance Report
    • Cities Invited to Apply for Community Shuttle Services

    September 23, 2019

    Overview
    • September Employees of the Month Recognized
    • Bus Service Changes set for October
    • SR-91 Improvement Project Advances
    • Board Sets Plan for Using State Transportation Funds

    September 9, 2019

    Overview
    • August Employees of the Month Recognized
    • OCTA Board Awards $2 Million to Improve Water Quality
    • OCTA Awarded $100,000 Safety Grant
    • 405 Improvements Progress Through 2019

    August 12, 2019

    Overview
    • Measure M Working to Preserve the Environment
    • $40M OK’d to Help Ease Traffic Through Measure M
    • Local Transit Projects Meeting Community Needs

    July 22, 2019

    Overview
    • July Employees of the Month Honored
    • Summer College Interns Recognized
    • Bus Service Changes to go into Effect in October, February
    • OC Streetcar Construction Moving Along

    July 8, 2019

    Overview
    • OCTA Honors Bus Roadeo Team
    • New Members Selected for Taxpayer Oversight Committee
    • Board Reviews Strategic Initiatives Progress
    • Board Receives CEO’s Second Quarter Initiatives Update

    June 24, 2019

    Overview
    • June Employees of the Month Honored
    • Board Recognizes Teen Council for Year of Service
    • OCTA Fulfilling Promises to Voters Through Measure M

    June 10, 2019

    Overview
    • OCTA Board Approves $1.5 Billion Balanced Budget
    • Public Provides Feedback on Proposed Bus Service Changes
    • Board Approves $20.4 Million to Improve Biking, Walking in O.C.
    • $8.5 Million Awarded to Help Ease Traffic Through OC Go

    May 24, 2019

    Overview
    • May Employees of the Month Recognized
    • OC Flex Celebrates Six Months of Service
    • I-5 South County Improvements to Break Ground

    May 13, 2019

    Overview
    • Workshop Held to Discuss Proposed FY 2019-20 Budget
    • Board Approves June Bus Service Changes
    • SR-91 Improvement Project Advances

    April 22, 2019

    Overview
    • OCTA Welcomes Board Member Don Wagner
    • April Employees of the Month Recognized
    • OC Bus 360° Continues Innovating to Meet Community Needs
    • Study to Evaluate Transit Improvements on Bristol Street

    April 8, 2019

    Overview
    • Program Shuttles 1.8 Million People
    • New App Keeps 405 Project Info at Commuters' Fingertips
    • I-5 Freeway Construction in Central O.C. Gets Going

    March 25, 2019

    Overview
    • March Employees of the Month Recognized
    • OC Streetcar Construction to Ramp Up in 2019
    • Vanpool Program Saves Commuters Money, Time

    March 11, 2019

    Overview
    • Board Receives Measure M Quarterly Progress Report
    • OCTA Looking to Clean Up Transportation-Related Pollution
    • OCTA Delivering on Promises to Taxpayers

    February 25, 2019

    Overview
    • February Employees of the Month Recognized
    • Board Receives Update on Sale of Measure M Bonds
    • OCTA Testing Zero-Emission Technology

    February 11, 2019

    Overview
    • Employees of the Year Recognized
    • 2019 CEO Initiatives and Action Plan Presented
    • Caltrans Provides Updates on SR-22 Improvements

    January 28, 2019

    Overview
    • January Employees of the Month Recognized
    • Chairman Shaw Announces 2019 Board Strategic Initiatives
    • Board Approves Issuing Bonds for I-405 Improvement Project

    January 14, 2019

    Overview
    • Tim Shaw Selected as New OCTA Chairman
    • Board Looks Back to OCTA's Accomplishments in 2018
    • 405 Improvements Continue into 2019

    December 10, 2018

    Overview
    • December Employees of the Month Honored
    • OCTA Welcomes Three New Board Members
    • OC Active Sets Countywide Active Transportation Priorities
    • Board Receives CEO’s Third Quarter Initiatives Update

    November 26, 2018

    Overview
    • November Employees of the Month Honored
    • Outgoing Board Members Honored for Service to OCTA
    • OC Bus 360° Keeping Orange County Moving

    November 11, 2018

    Overview
    • Hasan Ikhrata Recognized for Contributions to Orange County
    • Long-Range Transportation Plan Sets Vision for Future of Transportation
    • OC Streetcar Rolls Ahead with Approved Vehicle Design

    October 22, 2018

    Overview
    • October Employees of the Month Honored
    • OCTA Working to Improve County’s Busiest Bus Stops
    • Board Receives Report on Potential Prop. 6 Impacts

    October 8, 2018

    Overview
    • Grant Awarded to Improve Pedestrian and Bicycle Safety
    • Significant Progress Achieved on Measure M2 Projects from April to June
    • Interstate 5/El Toro Road Interchange Project Moves Ahead

    September 24, 2018

    Overview
    • OCTA Awards $220.5 million OC Streetcar Construction Contract
    • OCTA Offering $25 million for Bikeway Projects
    • September Employees of the Month Honored

    September 10, 2018

    Overview
    • $2.5 Million Awarded to Improve Orange County's Water Quality
    • Next 10 Plan Updated to Keep Promises to Voters
    • I-405 Construction Ongoing to Speed up Commutes
    • Board Receives Update on SR-57 Northbound Improvement Project

    August 27, 2018

    Overview
    • July Employees of the Month Honored
    • OC Streetcar Vehicle Designs OK'd for Public Input
    • Awareness of OCTA at an All-Time High
    • Early Career Academy Participants Recognized

    August 13, 2018

    Overview
    • Draft Long-Range Transportation Plan to be Released for Public Comment
    • $40 million OK'd to Help Ease Traffic Through OC Go
    • OC Flex Microtransit Program Expected to Launch this Fall

    July 23, 2018

    Overview
    • July Employees of the Month Honored
    • Bristol Street Transit Corridor Study to Begin
    • Planned Anaheim Canyon Metrolink Station Improvements Advance
    • OC Go Revenue Forecast Dips

    July 9, 2018

    Overview
    • New 91 Express Lanes Account Plans Bring Simplicity, Cost Savings to Customers
    • Board Approves Updated OC Streetcar Project Funding Plan

    June 25, 2018

    Overview
    • June Employees of the Month Honored
    • Central Harbor Boulevard Transit Study Wraps Upn
    • $6.8 Million Headed to Improve Local Transit

    June 11, 2018

    Overview
    • Board Approves $1.3 Billion Balanced Budget
    • Measure M2 Quarterly Progress Report Given
    • Comprehensive Transportation Funding Programs Approved
    • New Members Chosen for Taxpayer Oversight Committee
    • Citizens Advisory Committee members selected

    May 25, 2018

    Overview
    • May Employees of the Month Honored
    • 2018 OCTA Roadeo Team Recognized
    • 91 Express Lanes Usage Grows with Expansion in Riverside County
    • First Quarter Progress Report Presented

    May 14, 2018

    Overview
    • Workshop Held to Discuss Proposed Fiscal Year 2018-19 Budget
    • June Bus Service Changes
    • Beach Boulevard Study Rolls Forward

    April 23, 2018

    Overview
    • April Employees of the Month Honored
    • OCTA Expands Bicycle Capacity on Bus Fleet
    • OC Bus 360° Continues Delivering to Meet Community Needs

    April 9, 2018

    Overview
    • OCTA Continues to Plan for the Future of Transportation
    • OCTA Update on I-405 Improvement Project
    • OCTA Awards Contract for Manufacturing and Delivery of Streetcars

    March 26, 2018

    Overview
    • March Employees of the Month Honored
    • Firm Selected to Provide OC Flex Pilot Program
    • OCTA Awards Contract for Manufacturing and Delivery of Streetcars

    March 12, 2018

    Overview
    • OCTA Commemorates 15 Years of the 91 Express Lanes
    • OCTA Looking to Clean Up Transportation-related Pollution
    • Caltrans Plans Eastbound SR-22 Safety Improvement Project

    February 26, 2018

    Overview
    • February Employees of the Month Honored
    • 2018 CEO Initiatives and Action Plan Presented
    • Toll Lanes System Integrator Contractor Selected

    February 12, 2018

    Overview
    • Employees of the Year Honored
    • Transit Master Plan Sets Vision for Future of Transit
    • Development of 2018 Long-Range Transportation Plan Continues

    January 22, 2018

    Overview
    • January Employees of the Month Honored
    • 2017 Year in Review
    • 2018 Board Strategic Initiatives Announced
    • CEO Provides End-of-Year Action Plan Update

    January 8, 2018

    Overview
    • OCTA Selects New Board Chair and Vice Chair
    • 2017 Year in Review
    • Local Transit Projects Look to Meet Community Needs
    • Central Harbor Boulevard Transit Study Rolls Forward

    December 11, 2017

    Overview
    • December Employees of the Month Honored
    • Quarterly Report Given on Measure M2 Projects
    • Interstate 405 Improvement Project Continues Moving Forward
    • OCTA Board Requests TCA Defer 241/91 Express Lanes Toll Connector Project

    November 13, 2017

    Overview
    • OC Bus 360° Continues to Work to Reverse Declining Ridership
    • Transit Master Plan is Mapping Future Transit in O.C.
    • OCTA to Purchase 10 Hydrogen Fuel Cell Electric Buses
    • Next 10 Delivery Plan Looks at What’s Ahead for Measure M2

    October 23, 2017

    Overview
    • October Employees of the Month Honored
    • OC Flex Pilot Program Gets Green Light
    • Board OKs Revised Bus Service Changes Based on Public Input
    • Metrolink Fiscal Year 2016-17 Performance Report Presented

    October 9, 2017

    Overview
    • Long-Range Transportation Plan Moves Forward with Proposed Scenarios
    • SB 1 Competitive Programs
    • OC Congestion Management Program Report Released for Public Review

    September 25, 2017

    Overview
    • September Employees of the Month Honored
    • Public Weighs in on Proposed Bus Service Changes

    September 11, 2017

    Overview
    • OCTA Receives Grant for Pedestrian and Bicycle Safety Program
    • Board Sets Plan for Using State Transportation Funds
    • Market Conditions Highlight Challenges in Delivering Projects

    August 28, 2017

    Overview
    • August Employees of the Month Honored
    • Workshop Explores Managed Lanes
    • OCTA Issues RFP for Toll Lane Integrator Services
    • Board Receives Regional Rail Quarterly Report

    August 14, 2017

    Overview
    • $3.1 Million Awarded to Improve O.C. Water Quality
    • I-405 Improvement Project Hits Milestones
    • Active Transportation in O.C.
    • Chairman Hennessey Reports Board’s Strategic Initiatives on Track

    July 24, 2017

    Overview
    • July Employees of the Month Honored
    • Transit Master Plan Moves Forward Identifying Key Corridors
    • Public Outreach to Begin on 2017-18 Bus Service Improvement Plan

    July 10, 2017

    Overview
    • Board Recognizes OCTA’s 2017 High School Interns
    • OC Active Transportation Plan Underway
    • Board Hears Update on SB 1 - The Road Repair and Accountability Act of 2017

    June 26, 2017

    Overview
    • $627 Million TIFIA Loan gets Board Approval for I-405 Project
    • June Employees of the Month Honored
    • New Members Chosen for Taxpayer Oversight Committee
    • Special Needs Advisory Committee Annual Update
    • Citizens Advisory Committee Annual Update and New Members Appointed

    June 12, 2017

    Overview
    • Board OKs balanced budget of $1.2 billion
    • The Measure M2 quarterly progress update
    • Environmental Cleanup Allocation Committee Members selected
    • Environmental Oversight Committee members are appointed
    • Goals set for Long-Range Transportation Plan

    May 22, 2017

    Overview
    • May Employees of the Month Honored
    • OCTA Roadeo Team Honored for Achievements at International Event
    • OC Bus 360° Showing Positive Results
    • OC Streetcar Reaches Another Milestone

    May 8, 2017

    Overview
    • Board Receives CEO’s 1st Quarter Initiatives Update
    • Caltrans Provides Update on I-5/El Toro Road Project
    • Workshop Details Proposed 2017-18 Budget

    April 24, 2017

    Overview
    • April Employees of the Month Honored
    • OC Fair Express to Return for 2017, 2018 Seasons
    • Bus Service Changes Coming in June
    • Measure M Delivering on Promises to O.C. Voters
    • Board Receives Paratransit Service Overview

    April 10, 2017

    Overview
    • Board Allocates $35 Million to Help Alleviate O.C. Traffic
    • Winterbottom Takes Oath of Office
    • Anaheim Canyon Metrolink Station Improvements Move Forward
    • Measure M Delivering on Promises to O.C. Voters
    • Board Receives Paratransit Service Overview

    March 27, 2017

    Overview
    • Winterbottom Reappointed as Public Member to Board
    • March Employees of the Month Honored
    • Day Pass Promotion Ends April 9
    • OC Streetcar Rolls Forward with Organizational Model
    • Report Summarizes State of OC Transit
    • Board Receives Update on Program Delivery in a Changing Market

    March 13, 2017

    Overview
    • Angels Express on Track for Two More Years
    • OCTA Signal Synch Program Saves Time and Money
    • Water Quality Projects on Tap through Measure M

    February 27, 2017

    Overview
    • Board Recognizes Employees of the Month for February
    • OCTA Explores Transportation Technology Solutions

    February 13, 2017

    Overview
    • Employees of the Year for 2016 honored
    • Grant Approved to Fund 10 Hydrogen Fuel Cell Buses
    • Working to Improve Central Harbor Corridor
    • CEO Johnson Announces 2017 Initiatives to Support Board Strategies

    January 23, 2017

    Overview
    • Board Recognizes Employees of the Month for January
    • OCTA Board Strategic Initiatives Announced
    • OC Streetcar Project Takes the Right-of-Way in Santa Ana
    • Board Receives Plans for OC Bus 360° Next Steps

    January 9, 2017

    Overview
    • OCTA’s Newest Board Members Take Oath of Office
    • Year-end Report Summarizes 2016 Accomplishments members
    • Active Transportation Projects Receive Funding

    November 28, 2016

    Meeting of November 28, 2016

    • Employees of the month for November honored
    • Board OKs Revised OC Streetcar Stop Design
    • Fare Policy Changes Aim to Boost Ridership and Improve Efficiency
    • O.C Wilderness Preservation Plan Approved
    • Board receives CEO’s third quarter initiatives update

    November 14, 2016

    Meeting of November 14, 2016

    • I-405 Improvement Project Awarded a $1.2 billion Contractor for Its Design-Build
    • Board Approves Nearly $500,000 to Continue Improvements in Active Transportation
    • Measure M Forecast Revenue is Less Than Anticipated
    • Measure M Aims to Keep Its’ Promises to Voters

    October 24, 2016

    Meeting of October 24, 2016

    • Employees of the month for September honored
    • OCTA Awarded Grant for Purchasing Low-Emission Engines
    • Metrolink Weekend Ridership in Orange County is on the Rise

    October 10, 2016

    Meeting of October 10, 2016

    • El Toro Road Interchange Project Heads into Environmental Phase
    • OCTA Keeps Active Transportation Program Rolling

    September 26, 2016

    Meeting of September 26, 2016

    • Employees of the month for September honored
    • Community provides feedback on proposed fare policy changes
    • 405 Express Lanes procurement options discussed

    September 12, 2016

    Meeting of September 12, 2016

    • $3 million awarded to improve Orange County’s water quality
    • Major bus service changes coming to Orange County Oct. 9
    • Options to address reduction in bus program revenue discussed
    • Board receives M2020 Plan update

    August 22, 2016

    Meeting of August 22, 2016

    • Board approves $19.5 million to improve biking, walking in O.C.
    • $40 million OK’d to help ease traffic through Measure M
    • Board receives Measure M performance assessment

    August 8, 2016

    Meeting of August 8, 2016

    • Board approves $19.5 million to improve biking, walking in O.C.
    • $40 million OK’d to help ease traffic through Measure M
    • Board receives Measure M performance assessment

    July 25, 2016

    Meeting of July 25, 2016

    • Employees of the month for July honored
    • Nearly 450 miles of street lights in synch
    • Board approves revised OC Streetcar funding plan
    • Alternative added to SR-55 Improvement Project

    June 27, 2016

    Meeting of June 27, 2016

    • June Employees of the Month Honored
    • Placentia Metrolink Commuter Rail Station Moves Forward
    • ARC Planning Rolls into Harbor Boulevard Transit Study with OCTA Lead

    June 13, 2016

    Meeting of June 13, 2016

    • OCTA board approves $1.16 billion balanced budget
    • $26.7 million headed to local transit shuttles
    • New members selected for Measure M Taxpayers Oversight Committee
    • OCTA puts Tustin on path to adding downtown bike lanes

    May 23, 2016

    Meeting of May 23, 2016

    • Employees of the month for May honored
    • Orange County Fair Express Service returns in July
    • Mobile ticketing closer to getting onboard
    • Orange transit center parking structure moves forward with cooperative agreement
    • Initial I-405 toll policy and preliminary finance plan approved

    May 9, 2016

    Meeting of May 9, 2016

    • Bus service changes coming in June
    • I-405 Improvement Project moves forward with cooperative agreements
    • Fare policy study results presented

    April 25, 2016

    Meeting of April 25, 2016

    • Employees of the month for April honored
    • Measure M keeps its promises to voters for 25th year
    • Board receives vanpool program update
    • OC Streetcar project rolls forward
    • Preliminary Traffic and Revenue Forecast for the 405 Express Lanes

    April 11, 2016

    Meeting of April 11, 2016

    • Millions from Measure M Awarded to Alleviate Traffic Countywide
    • Freeway Service Patrol Firms Selected
    • Pacific Coast Highway Corridor Study Completed

    March 28, 2016

    • Employees of the month for March honored
    • OC Streetcar project reaches major milestones
    • Next step taken in I-405 Improvement Project
    • Senior Mobility Program guidelines revised
    • Construction management firm selected for Passing Siding Project
    • Mobile ticketing closer to fruition

    March 14, 2016

    Meeting of March 14, 2016

    • OCTA receives grant for active transportation plan
    • Bus service added to Angels Express lineup
    • OCTA offering $20 million for bikeway projects
    • Board approves cooperative agreements with cities for I-405 Improvement Project
    • Board receives quarterly Measure M update

    February 22, 2016

    Meeting of February 22, 2016

    • Employees of the Month for February honored
    • Quarterly Transit Update Shows Safety on Target
    • 2016 Bus Service Plan approved
    • CEO Johnson announces 2016 initiatives to support board strategies

    February 8, 2016

    Meeting of February 8, 2016

    • Employees of the Year for 2015 honored
    • Board receives capital programs update
    • Call for projects aims to improve water quality
    • Board reviews 2015 accomplishments

    January 25, 2016

    Meeting of January 25, 2016

    • Board recognizes Employees of the Month for January
    • OCTA board strategic initiatives announced
    • Board receives OC Bus 360° update
    • Harbor Corridor Study nears end of phase one

    January 11, 2016

    Meeting of January 11, 2016

    • New OCTA Board Chair and Vice Chair appointed
    • Year-end Report Summarizes 2015 Accomplishments
    • OCTA to Participate in Hydrogen Fuel Cell Electric Bus Demonstration