Our (and other) transit advocacy efforts in Silicon Valley.
The “father” of modern public transit in Santa Clara County – and elsewhere – has transitioned. Many Bay Area news outlets reported that Rod Diridon, Sr. passed away last Friday (April 3) from an illness. He was 87 years old.
Here’s more for you to read on the late Rod Diridon, Sr.
The Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority (VTA) proposes speed up light rail service in downtown San Jose. In their proposal, VTA proposes to move southbound light rail tracks from 2nd Street to 1st Street, and eliminate St. James Park station. Read more about VTA’s proposal here.
VTA has a survey where they seek input from YOU on the proposal. The survey only takes 5-10 minutes to complete. Fill out that survey here. Note the survey expires October 10.
Should the proposal go through, it will go thru environmental clearance this winter. From there, it is expected to be voted on by the VTA Board of Directors sometime next year.
What are your thoughts and ideas on what VTA is proposing? Please comment and suggest.
Eugene Bradley
Founder, Silicon Valley Transit Users
This Thursday, VTA is having a public Open House in San Jose on its long-term Strategic Plan for 2026. The Open House will be at Roosevelt Community Center, 901 E. Santa Clara St, San Jose from 6pm-8pm.
VTA’s 22 and 23 bus lines stop within a short walk of the Community Center.
What to Expect at the Open House:
Everyone is welcome at this free open house. No matter if you’re a daily VTA rider, a transit advocate, or simply curious about VTA’s plans, come meet VTA staff and get involved.
Can’t make the meeting? Call VTA Community Outreach at (408)321-7575 during normal business hours.
Eugene Bradley
Founder, Silicon Valley Transit Users
On behalf of the Silicon Valley Transit Users, I want to wish you a Happy New Year.
On New Year’s Eve (Tuesday) at 8pm, FREE transit fare will be in effect for Caltrain, SamTrans, and all Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority (VTA) bus and rail service. This will be until 3am for Caltrain and SamTrans, and 5am for VTA the next day.
On New Year’s Day (Wednesday), these and other transit agencies will run on a Sunday/Holiday schedule. Normal service and transit fares return on Thursday.
Expect law enforcement on the roads tonight and tomorrow morning. They will be on the lookout for those driving intoxicated (DUI) and/or speeding. Before you go out drinking and then drive, consider these minimum costs:
Think about it. Choose wisely, and stay safe tonight and tomorrow morning. Happy New Year!
Eugene Bradley
Founder, Silicon Valley Transit Users
I have personally been away on management training on my day job. It’s why things have not been updated in the timely manner you have expected over the last few months. There are a lot of things to talk about, in regard to
and more, will be posted here, as soon as possible. Thank you, readers, for your patience at this time.
Eugene Bradley
Founder, Silicon Valley Transit Users