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a. Ratify the proposed projects list to submit to the Transportation Agency for Monterey County (TAMC) as candidate projects for the Regional Surface Transportation Program (RSTP);
b. Authorize the Director of Public Works, Facilities and Parks (PWFP), or designee, to act as the agent for the County of Monterey (County) in processing all documentation to accept the RSTP award and effectuate these funds; and
c. Add the awarded RSTP projects to the PWFP FY 2026-27 Annual Work Program for Road Fund.
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RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the Board of Supervisors:
a. Ratify the proposed projects list to submit to the Transportation Agency for Monterey County (TAMC) as candidate projects for the Regional Surface Transportation Program (RSTP);
b. Authorize the Director of Public Works, Facilities and Parks (PWFP), or designee, to act as the agent for the County of Monterey (County) in processing all documentation to accept the RSTP award and effectuate these funds; and
c. Add the awarded RSTP projects to the PWFP FY 2026-27 Annual Work Program for Road Fund.
SUMMARY/DISCUSSION:
The Regional Surface Transportation Program (RSTP) was established by California State Statute utilizing Surface Transportation Program Funds that are identified in Section 133 of Title 23 of the United States Code. The State of California allows smaller counties to exchange their apportionment of Federal RSTP funds for State Highway Account funds, which is easier for local agencies to use for transportation with less stringent paperwork than with federal funds.
The Transportation Agency for Monterey County (TAMC) distributes these funds to local agencies as part of its responsibilities as a Regional Transportation Planning Agency through several programs, which are detailed in the following section.
The RSTP program includes the following goals:
- Delivering projects of regional significance that improve safety
- Provide maintenance for existing facilities
- Support the development of a multimodal transportation network utilizing the principles of Complete Streets.
On March 25, 2026, TAMC issued a call for projects for local countywide RSTP funding. The application deadline was June 5, 2026. PWFP submitted grant applications for the following projects:
Prunedale Roundabout Project (G-12 Pajaro to Prunedale Corridor Study, Segment 1):
This safety project will convert the existing T-intersection into a three-legged roundabout with single approach and departure lanes. The roundabout will also require transition improvements for all three (3) existing roadway approaches. The roundabout will include new median islands, a centered circle with a truck apron, a decorative monument (optional), pedestrian/bicyclist crossings (optional), road lighting, Class II bike lane facilities along San Miguel Canyon Road, landscaped areas, traffic signs, striping, and pavement markings. This project has received partial funding through a Highway Safety Improvement Program (HSIP) grant. Through this RSTP application, the County is requesting for the balance of the full amount of the project costs.
San Juan Road Improvement Project:
New striping to improve safety for all users on San Juan Road from Summerland Road to Dunbarton Road. The project includes reducing lane widths, adding green bicycle lane conflict markings and striping along San Juan Road, and shifting the lanes to enhance sight lines.
Moss Landing Road Pedestrian Path
This project consists of constructing a decomposed granite pedestrian path along the west side of Moss Landing Road from Allen Street northward for a length of approximately 1,500 feet. This project will provide pedestrian facilities where there are currently none.
The grant applications were reviewed and scored by TAMC to assess which projects will receive funding. The TAMC Technical Advisory Committee recommended approval for funding by the TAMC Board of Directors. At its August 31, 2026 meeting, the TAMC Board of Directors voted to approve all projects for funding by adopting a resolution.
Maps of the Proposed Projects are included for reference in Attachment A. The proposed projects were selected to receive grant funding, and the Board of Supervisors is requested to accept the grant award(s) and approve the project(s). RSTP transportation funds will support construction jobs, enhance public safety, as well as provide improvements needed for economic development, business retention, quality of life, and mobility throughout the County.
OTHER AGENCY INVOLVEMENT:
RSTP grant applications were prepared by PWFP. No other county interagency coordination is required to complete the RSTP grant applications. Applications were reviewed and scored by TAMC.
FINANCING:
Projects using RSTP funds are not required to have a local match like federal transportation programs. Applying for RSTP grant funding will not have a fiscal impact other than staff time, funded by Road Fund (Fund 1201, Department 320015, Appropriation PFP113).
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS STRATEGIC PLAN GOALS:
The recommended action supports the Board of Supervisors’ Strategic Plan Goals for Well Being and Quality of Life, Sustainable Infrastructure, and Safe and Resilient Communities. The Projects will construct sustainable, physical infrastructure that improve the quality of life for County residents and visitors.
X Well-Being and Quality of Life
X Sustainable Infrastructure for the Present and Future
X Safe and Resilient Communities
Diverse and Thriving Economy
Prepared by: Chad Alinio, PE, Senior Civil Engineer (831) 755-4937
Reviewed by: Enrique Saavedra, PE, Chief of Public Works
Approved by: Randell Ishii, MS, PE, TE, PTOE, Director of Public Works, Facilities and Parks
Attachments:
Attachment A - Map of Proposed RSTP Projects