Santa Barbara's $50M Transportation Boost

Santa Barbara County is set to unlock $50 million in new transportation funding—part of a $270 million five-year plan fueled by Measure A, the voter-approved half-cent sales tax. Originally passed in 2008 with overwhelming support, the measure is now delivering far more than expected, even outpacing inflation. The bulk of the new cash goes to finishing Highway 101’s widening along the South Coast, while also funding senior/disability transit, carpool programs, bike/pedestrian trails, and Safe Routes to School. Public transit like Coastal Express and Ventura-Santa Barbara rail get major boosts, and cities from Goleta to Santa Barbara receive local street and safety funding. North County sees similar investments, including Highway 166 upgrades, a new Santa Maria interchange, and support for commuter buses and safety improvements across Buellton, Lompoc, and beyond. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/4cbeef8491750476