Take a quick survey to help guide future transit improvements in San Mateo County

The San Mateo County Transit District (SamTrans) is asking for public input to help shape a local investment plan that would guide future transit improvements across the county. 

As part of outreach for the Connect Bay Area Local Investment Plan, SamTrans has launched a brief survey that takes less than three minutes to complete. The survey is open through April 30. 

Take the survey: https://www.samtrans.com/projects/LocalFundingPlan 

Why SamTrans is asking for input now 

SamTrans is engaging the community to better understand transit priorities. Feedback will help shape how potential future funding could be invested if a new regional transportation measure qualifies for the ballot and is approved by voters. 

Community input will inform a local investment plan outlining how approximately $50 million in annual, locally controlled funding could be prioritized for public transit in San Mateo County, administered by SamTrans, if the measure moves forward. 

How this funding could be used help 

If approved, the local investment plan could help support priorities such as: 

  • Faster, more reliable bus service and route improvements 
  • Safer, cleaner, more accessible bus stops, including shelters, benches, and lighting 
  • Free and reduced-fare programs for seniors, students, and people with disabilities 
  • Infrastructure protection against flooding, sea-level rise, and extreme weather 
  • Paratransit vehicle repairs and upgrades 
  • Zero-emission bus transition to improve air quality 
  • Pavement repairs on streets along bus routes 
  • Expanded affordable, on-demand options in more communities 

Opportunities to learn more and provide input 

The public can also watch a presentation on the plan at upcoming meetings: 

Additional presentations will take place at city council meetings throughout San Mateo County through April, as well as at SamTrans Board of Directors meetings in May and June. 

Transparency and accountability 

Any potential measure would include built-in transparency and oversight requirements, including audits. It would also establish performance standards tied to service improvements, such as cleaner and safer stops and vehicles, better connections between transit systems and clear reporting on how funds are spent. 

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The San Mateo County Transit District (SamTrans) operates 74 bus routes, two on-demand service areas and paratransit, serving more than 10-million riders annually. Funded in part by a half-cent sales tax, the District also provides administrative support for Caltrain and the San Mateo County Transportation Authority.  

Serving San Mateo County since 1976, SamTrans is celebrating 50 years of connecting communities, supporting mobility, and advancing public transportation throughout the county. SamTrans is proud to have twice been named Outstanding Public Transportation System by the American Public Transportation Association, recognizing the agency’s excellence in safety, service, operations, and innovation. 

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