INTERREGIONAL MULTI-MODAL CORRIDOR STUDY

This study was to analyze the effects of multi-modal and goods movement strategies on Interstate-580/Interstate-205, the Altamont Pass. It was funded through a Caltrans Interregional Transportation Partnership Grant. In addition to San Joaquin Council of Governments, this collaborative effort involved Caltrans Districts 4 & 10, Metropolitan Transportation Commission, Alameda County Transportation Commission, and the Stanislaus Council of Governments. To read the I-580 Corridor Study or view the video, click on links below.

I-580 Corridor Study (PDF)

I-580 Corridor, The Region's Lifeline - VIEW VIDEO

DRIVING TIPS FOR RAINY DAYS

Even great drivers can get a little nervous or feel challenged while driving in wet wintery weather. Being prepared and making extra time for travel can make a big difference and help you to feel more secure and safe while traveling. The following are some simple driving tips to consider during this rainy season:

• >Allow Additional Time for Travel - always leave 10 - 15 minutes earlier than normal while driving in the rain or fog.

• >Check Tire Tread - check the tread on your tires before the rainy season, to ensure less chance of sliding or hydroplaning.

>Check Tire Pressure - always have the manufactured recommended amount of pressure in your tires to ensure tires are at their maximum performance.

>Change Windshield Wipers - wipers sit out in the elements all year long. They can get warped or cracked. Change your wipers before the rain comes.

>Turn Your Headlights On - in California, it is the law that your headlights are on if your windshield wipers are going.

>Extra Space Between Cars - always leave additional space between your car and the car in front of you to avoid a collision if the front car brakes quickly.

>Drive in Middle Lanes - usually roads are a little bit higher in the middle lanes so water will runoff. Drive in the middle lanes whenever possible to avoid standing water.

>Avoid Standing Water - try to avoid standing water, as you cannot see beneath it, there could be a large pot hole in the pavement hiding below.

>Tap Your Brakes - if you do happen to drive through a puddle, tap your brakes a few times to dry your brake rotors.

>Watch Out for Pedestrians - be especially careful to watch out for pedestrians. Pedestrians can be harder to spot during the rain, especially if they are wearing dark clothes.

DRIVE TO WORK
PICTURES CONTEST

Today is the last day to enter our contest! Do you have pictures of your commute? Do you travel a beautiful route to work each day? Have you seen a breath taking rainbow or other amazing scenery on your drive to work? Share your pictures and be eligible to win a JAWBONE ICON headset! To enter, send pictures to CommuteConnection@sjcog.org. Please include your name, phone number, place and date the picture was taken. Entries should be received by November 30th, at 5:00 p.m. Entrants must work or live in San Joaquin, Stanislaus or Merced Counties and be registered with Commute Connection.

CITY OF MERCED
G STREET UNDERPASS COMPLETION CELEBRATION

According to the City of Merced, all four lanes on G Street at the Burlington Northern and Santa Fe tracks will open on December 3rd. The city will hold a Community Celebration and Pedestrian Preview of the underpass beginning at 10:30 am on Saturday, December 3rd. A formal dedication of the project will be held at noon.

The underpass is the largest road project in the city's history. Drivers will no longer have to stop for the train crossings, and the new underpass allows for greater traffic flow and for quicker response time for emergency vehicles. To read more about this project click HERE.