Ian Griffiths, one of Seamless Bay Area’s co-Executive Directors, co-founders, and first full-time team members, is changing his role after 5 years of hard work and amazing achievements. Ian has been a key player in all our major initiatives and successes since the very beginning. Read Ian’s blog post capturing his journey co-founding Seamless Bay Area, the accomplishments we’ve made in the last 7 years, and the progress still needed to transform Bay Area transit.
Read MoreWe wanted to share good news about progress on seamless transit and opportunities to learn and take action, including:
🚨Action on $2 billion state budget request to fund California transit
💰Renewing Califronia's Cap and Trade Program, with more funding and flexibility for public transit dollars
📽️A screening and panel event of a new PBS docuseries featuring Seamless Bay Area
🏙️ A housing advocates meetup in Sunnyvale and an educational event in Palo Alto focused on addressing the housing crisis with a transportation lens
📝Recent blog posts
Read MoreWe are springing into action right now for the state legislative cycle where there is a $2 billion state budget request to fund California transit, a bill authorizing a Bay Area transportation funding ballot measure, an initiative to reauthorize the Cap-and-Trade program, and other legislation aimed at reducing the cost and accelerating the pace of transit project delivery. Read this newsletter to learn about these opportunities and how you can support building a seamless California transit network.
Read MoreState funding is an essential piece of the puzzle to save and improve transit in California. But California underfunds transit – especially compared to other states. So people are often left waiting too long for a bus or train; while cars clog our streets and pollute our air. BART, Muni, Caltrain, AC Transit and other transit agencies are on the cusp of having to cut back service as support from the federal government runs out. We can fix this. Right now, our elected representatives in Sacramento are drafting their proposals for the state’s budget of over $300 Billion. Help them get the message loud and clear: “Fund Transit, Support Our Communities.
Read MoreThe California State Rail Plan released an updated plan earlier this year, establishing a long-term vision for an integrated, cohesive statewide rail system. Join our webinar next Tuesday to learn about the opportunities and barriers towards achieving California’s rail vision.
And, more actions you can take with candidate forums to influence the next generation of elected leaders, opportunities to build communities of transit supporters.
Read MoreWith the California legislative session starting soon and the havoc at the federal level, we are going to need all hands on deck for public transportation. Learn about the local, state, and federal actions you can take today to protect and transform public transit. And if you’re feeling stressed by the national news, read on for opportunities to volunteer to make life better in your local community.
Read MoreLooking for ways to get involved in the fight for better transit? Ways you can make a difference locally? Join us this Saturday for a joint transit and housing social and advocacy event in South San Francisco! Additionally, this year we’re heading on a 9-county tour of the Bay Area to talk to residents about the need for seamless transit - sign up here. And join us February 13th for our 2025 Kickoff and Fundraiser event in San Francisco for inspiration about the progress we’re making and the opportunities in the coming year to bring about seamless transit.
Read MoreAs our team gears up for new campaigns and a renewed push for better transit across the Bay Area, we must also pause to acknowledge a changing of the guard: Ian Griffiths, one of our co-Executive Directors, is changing his role after 5 years of hard work and amazing achievements. Ian is one of our co-founders, our first full-time team member, and has been a key player in all our major initiatives and successes since the very beginning. Ian will continue to participate in Seamless Bay Area as a Board Member and a volunteer.
Read MoreCommunity Grant applications are due this Friday! Take advantage of this funding opportunity to help cover the costs of hosting a Transit Month event this September with your creative ideas to celebrate public transportation. We are also taking a last call for volunteers to join us at the Santa Clara County Fair, this Thursday through Sunday. And read more about how the Clipper BayPass all-agency pass program is expanding and wildly popular with participants. Your support for seamless transit is having results!
Read MoreWe have an exciting funding opportunity to help your organization host a Transit Month event this September – get your applications in before the deadline next Friday! We also have two upcoming volunteer opportunities in San Jose and San Francisco this month. Plus read our blog posts to get the latest on transit funding and policy conversations happening in the Bay Area and at the state level.
Read MoreLooking for ways to fulfill your transit enthusiasm this month? Read on to learn about these three June events to keep you in the loop about all things Bay Area (and California) transit.
Read MoreWe have two exciting events this week to support SB 1031 and in preparation for Transit Month 2024. Read on to learn more and sign up before it’s too late!
Read MoreToday, the Connect Bay Area Act (SB 1031) is being heard in the Senate Appropriations Committee. If passed, SB 1031 will authorize a 2026 regional ballot measure, pairing new funds to increase service with reforms to improve transit coordination and governance. This bill forges a new path for Bay Area transit - with a message of change that will be needed to win the support of voters at the ballot box.
Read MoreBig news out of the California State Legislature in regards to SB 1031, The Connect Bay Area Act. Additionally, last call to join our big Launch Party for this bill this Friday at 6pm in San Francisco with Senator Scott Wiener!
Read MoreThis week is a big week for Seamless Bay Area and the future of Bay Area transit! SB 1031, The Connect Bay Area Act, goes to its first hearings in Sacramento and we have our Launch Party for the bill on Friday, April 26th at 6pm in San Francisco with Senator Scott Wiener. Plus we’ve got other in-person East Bay events planned for early May we hope you will join us for.
Read MoreIn support of the Connect Bay Area Act, we are hosting a bill launch party on April 26th with Senator Scott Wiener and our friends from across the region. We also have TONS of events coming up and these are the perfect opportunity if you’ve been looking for ways to get involved in Bay Area transit advocacy!
Read More❗Late and breaking news❗Given the recent emergence of teleportation technology, multiple agencies and cities are working on teleportation projects to move people with no need roadway space or tracks. Seamless Bay Area has developed a “Teleportation Coordination” strategy.
Read MoreWe need your ideas and your energy this week to advance better transit across California, across the country, and in partnership with housing allies!
Read MoreThere are important public transit funding efforts underway in the Bay Area and at the national level that we’re tracking closely. Join us for upcoming events in March and check out our latest blog posts to learn more about what you can do to support funding that has the potential to supercharge public transportation across the region.
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