District: District 11 – San Diego and Imperial Counties
Contact: Aaron Hunter
Phone: (619) 688-6670
Imperial County — The California Transportation Commission (CTC) allocated $3.5 billion in funding to strengthen road resiliency, increase pedestrian and bicycle travel and improve highway safety. The funds included nearly $993 million from Senate Bill (SB) 1, the Road Repair and Accountability Act of 2017 and $944 million from the federal Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act of 2021 (IIJA).
In addition, the CTC separately awarded $1.45 billion for new projects that will receive SB 1 funding over the next two years, through 2027. This includes funding for zero and low-emission transportation and new infrastructure that will strengthen the state’s freight network and better connect marine ports with railyards and freight corridors. The combined nearly $5 billion investment is part of Governor Gavin Newsom’s build more, faster agenda, delivering infrastructure upgrades and creating thousands of jobs across the state.
“We’re not just rebuilding transportation – we’re reimagining it. This investment – upwards of $5 billion – is about protecting Californians today and preparing for tomorrow with transit and transportation options that are safer, cleaner, and built to serve the needs of every Californian.” – Governor Gavin Newsom
"Under Governor Gavin Newsom's leadership, these transformative investments represent a bold step towards a future where our transportation system is safer, more efficient and a driving force for economic prosperity," said California Transportation Secretary Toks Omishakin. "By tackling congestion and enhancing connectivity, we are creating a brighter, more sustainable California for all."
“The Commission is pleased to partner with Caltrans to continue investing in California’s world-class transportation system,” said Commission Chair Darnell Grisby. “The investments we are making today will improve safety, ease congestion and reduce out-of-pocket costs for everyone in California.”
Imperial County projects include:
- $311,000 - Bowker Road Rehabilitation: Near the City of Calexico, on Bowker Road from Jasper Road to Fawcett Road within the existing right of way of Bowker Road. The funding will go toward improvements to existing roadway including one-inch grinding of deteriorated pavement, asphalt concrete overlay pavement, street striping, and road shoulder backing. The project will rehabilitate approximately one mile of Bowker Road.
- $1,500,000 - Connecting Vulnerable Communities: Calexico East Port of Entry (POE) Intermodal Transportation Center (ITC) and System Improvements Project (New Intermodal Transportation Center). Acquisition of private property to construct a new intermodal transportation center, including station amenities. These improvements will mean a better travel experience at the Calexico East Port of Entry by making trips safer, easier, and more comfortable, while increasing transit ridership and reduction of vehicle emissions that contribute to climate change.
Visit build.ca.gov to learn more about IIJA and SB 1 funding along with transformative infrastructure projects happening in communities throughout the state.