Chapter 1 – Introduction On November 6 , 1990 , the voters in Orange County approved a 1 ⁄ 2 - cent sales tax for transportation improvements known as Measure M . This sales tax includes funding for streets and roads that is available to local agencies through both a formula distribution and a competitive process . On November 6 , 2006 , voters approved a renewal of Measure M to continue ...
Future planning efforts are considering high speed rail service as part of a statewide system. Separate agencies manage and maintain each transportation component with a common purpose: mobility. OCTA is responsible for planning and coordination of county regional transportation components.
OCTA in coordination with the City of Santa Ana and the City of Garden Grove, is implementing a new east-west double track modern streetcar in Orange County between the Santa Ana Regional Transportation Center in the City of Santa Ana, and the Harbor Boulevard/Westminster Boulevard intersection in the City of Garden Grove.
LOSSAN Rail Corridor Maintenance and Storage Facility (MSF) One-way Travel
Since 1991 OCTA has kept residents and commuters moving throughout Orange County by bus, freeway, rail, bike, walking, and rideshare programs. Our projects and programs improve safety and efficiency on our local roads, provide bus service and regional multimodal connections, help people find ways to leave their cars home, and provide safe, convenient transportation to those with special needs ...
Orange County Summary Orange County’s economy grew at a slightly slower rate than California’s due to slower job and population growth. We predict Orange County’s economic growth to remain steady in 2024 and 2025, mirroring state trends. Taxable sales, after surging in 2021 and 2022, have now stabilized in line with lower inflation and normalized consumption.
Beginning the week of Sept. 23, a retaining wall will be constructed within rail right of way next to the City Hall and Santa Margarita Water District facilities to help support the railroad track (see map below).
Streets and Roads 168 street capacity improvement projects 128 signal synchronization projects $736 million in flexible funding distributed Transit Rail station, track, and grade crossing improvements Expanded Metrolink service OC Streetcar underway $134 million for expanded mobility choices for seniors and persons with disabilities
The Coastal Rail Resiliency Study (CRRS) will evaluate strategies to protect the railroad in place for up to 30 years and ensure uninterrupted rail operations while minimizing passenger and freight service disruptions.