2026 Mendocino County Regional Transportation Plan and Active Transportation Plan

The 2026 Mendocino County Regional Transportation Plan and Active Transportation Plan, under solicitation number 2025100908, is a comprehensive long-range planning initiative led by the Mendocino Council of Governments. The project establishes a vision for regional transportation goals, policies, and objectives over a 20-year planning horizon, covering all of Mendocino County, including the cities of Fort Bragg, Point Arena, Ukiah, and Willits. The scope encompasses all modes of travel, including state highways, local roads, public transit, rail, maritime, aviation, and active transportation such as bicycle and pedestrian paths. The primary objective is to assess current transportation conditions, identify systemic needs and deficiencies, propose specific projects for implementation, and analyze viable financing options to improve regional mobility. The project is subject to the California Environmental Quality Act, with a Negative Declaration certifying that the plan will not have significant environmental effects, requiring no mitigation measures or monitoring plans. The Mendocino Council of Governments serves as the sole approving agency, with the Department of Fish and Wildlife acting as a trustee agency. Key administrative oversight is provided by Program Manager James Sookne. Public review and hearing processes were conducted between October and December 2025, culminating in a Notice of Determination dated December 4, 2025.