Title
Adopt a Resolution to:
a. Adopt a list of projects funded by Senate Bill 1 for Fiscal Year 2026-27; and
b. Authorize the Director of Public Works, Facilities and Parks to submit the list to the California Transportation Commission.
Report
RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the Board of Supervisors adopt a Resolution to:
a. Adopt a list of projects funded by Senate Bill 1 for Fiscal Year 2026-27; and
b. Authorize the Director of Public Works, Facilities and Parks to submit the list to the California Transportation Commission.
SUMMARY:
Adopting a Resolution to adopt the list of proposed projects to be funded by Senate Bill 1 and authorizing the Public Works, Facilities and Parks (PWFP) Department to submit the list of projects to the California Transportation Commission (CTC) will make the County eligible to receive funding from the State for road projects.
DISCUSSION:
Senate Bill 1, the Road Repair and Accountability Act of 2017, is a state legislative act that provides funding for transportation such as the state highway system and local street and road system. Funds are provided through the Road Maintenance and Rehabilitation Account (RMRA). Eligible uses under this account include, but are not limited to, road maintenance and rehabilitation; safety projects; railroad grade separations; complete street components, including active transportation purposes, pedestrian and bicycle safety projects, transit facilities, and drainage and storm water capture projects in conjunction with any other allowable project; traffic control devices; and to satisfy match requirements for federal and state funded projects.
By the end of the current fiscal year (FY 2025-26), the County of Monterey is anticipated to have received $12.1 million in SB 1 revenue. These funds have been used to fund various projects throughout the County ranging from road reconstruction projects to routine roadside maintenance. Projects include Elkhorn Road Rehabilitation, Fern Canyon Road Storm Damage Repair, Arroyo Seco Road Storm Damage Repair, Ocean Avenue Resurfacing; and routine maintenance such as Proactive Drainage Maintenance, Countywide Guardrail Repairs, NPDES Street Sweeping, and Countywide Striping.
Prior to receiving an allocation of funds, cities and counties are required annually to provide to the CTC a list of projects to be funded by SB 1 through RMRA. The project list to receive funds in a given fiscal year is due to the CTC by July 1 of that fiscal year.
Exhibit A to the Resolution (Attachment A) provides a list of projects that are to be funded by SB 1 and estimated timing. Attachment B provides a list of projects funded by SB 1 and their estimated costs for FY 2025-26 and their status (% complete). Projects scheduled in FY 2025-26 that were not completed will continue into FY 2026-27 along with some new projects added to that list.
The funds received will not be limited to the projects listed; the County has the flexibility to fund projects based on their needs and priorities as long as the projects are consistent with the eligible uses.
FINANCING:
For FY 2026-27, County of Monterey is forecasted to receive an estimated $13.1 million in revenue. PWFP will continue to use these funds for road rehabilitation projects and road maintenance. Prior to receiving an apportionment of funds under SB 1, the County is required to submit to the CTC a list of projects proposed to be funded with SB 1 revenue pursuant to an adopted Resolution.
Where possible, staff intends to use SB 1 funds as leverage/local matches for federal and/or state grants. Staff will also coordinate with cities for projects that benefit both jurisdictions.
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS STRATEGIC PLAN GOALS:
The SB 1 funding source will assist the County to maintain its transportation infrastructure. Combining these funds with federal and/or state grants will extend funding even further. The recommended action supports the following Board of Supervisors’ Strategic Plan Goals:
X Well-Being and Quality of Life
X Sustainable Infrastructure for the Present and Future
X Safe and Resilient Communities
X Diverse and Thriving Economy
Prepared by: Jonathan L. Pascua, PE, Senior Civil Engineer, (831) 755-8963
Reviewed by: Lindsay Lerable, Assistant Director of Public Works, Facilities and Parks
Approved by: Randell Ishii, MS, PE, TE, PTOE, Director of Public Works, Facilities and Parks
The following attachments are on file with the Clerk of the Board:
Attachment A - Resolution
Attachment B - SB 1 Funded Projects FY25/26