2050 Metropolitan Transportation Plan/Sustainable Communities Strategy and 2050 Regional Transportation Plans for San Benito, Santa Cruz, and Monterey Counties

The Transportation Agency for Monterey County is preparing the 2050 Regional Transportation Plan, which will be integrated into the broader 2050 Metropolitan Transportation Plan and Sustainable Communities Strategy for Monterey County. This plan will serve as the guiding framework for transportation investment and development across the county through mid-century, addressing mobility, infrastructure, environmental sustainability, and equity goals. The Environmental Impact Report for the 2050 MTP/SCS will also fulfill the environmental review requirements for the 2050 RTP, ensuring consistent analysis of impacts and mitigation measures across the region. The scope extends collaboratively with neighboring San Benito and Santa Cruz Counties, though Monterey County leads the planning effort. Key contacts for coordination include Heather Adamson, Director of Planning, and Mike Zeller, Director of Programming & Project Delivery, who oversee the technical and programmatic aspects of the plan’s development and public engagement. The planning process is forecasted to be active as of June 2026, with ongoing updates accessible through the CEQA Net project portal.