DID YOU KNOW?

Commute Connection is a regional rideshare program which is operated by the San Joaquin Council of Governments? The San Joaquin Council of Governments (SJCOG) is a Joint Powers Authority comprised of the County of San Joaquin and the Cities of Stockton, Lodi, Manteca, Tracy, Ripon, Escalon and Lathrop. SJCOG serves as the regional transportation planning agency and a technical and informational resource for these jurisdictions.

SJCOG is continually working on programs and projects to improve your driving experiences. Click HERE to learn more about the most current Highway and Interstate projects in San Joaquin County.

NEW LAW EXTENDS
CLEAN AIR ACCESS DATES
ON CLEAN AIR STICKERS

High-Occupancy Vehicle (HOV) Lanes - Vehicles bearing valid Clean Air Access (CAA) stickers can continue to access HOV lanes regardless of vehicle occupancy. Hybrids with Yellow CAA stickers expiring in January 2011 are extended until July 1, 2011. White CAA stickers are valid until January 1, 2015.

To learn more about CAA stickers and HOV lane usage click HERE to go to the California Department of Motor Vehicles website.

SJRTD SERVICE CHANGE

On January 23, 2011, San Joaquin Regional Transit District (RTD) will implement changes to its Stockton Metropolitan Area, Intercity, and Hopper services, and launch Route 44 - Airport Corridor, an expansion of the Metro Express Bus Rapid Transit service. ACE BUDDY PROGAM Refer a Buddy and Save Money! Program ends January 31, 2011, so act soon if you would like to save money for yourself and a friend! Each of you can save up to 50% on a monthly pass. Click HERE for additional information or to sign up! MODESTO AREA EXPRESS . Did you know that MAX (Modesto Area Express) offers Express Commuter Service to the ACE (Altamont Commuter Express) train station in Lathrop and the BART (Bay Area Rapid Transit) station in Dublin/Pleasanton? MAX also connects with the Amtrak station in Modesto. Click HERE for additional information.