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Headlines for December 14, 2021

Mass Transit

SolTrans partners with Transit app to provide riders with app to plan, track, pay
Mercury News

DMV and the elderly: Roadshow answers about renewals, ID cards, giving up the keys
Washington Post

A surprising reason preventing some students from finishing college: Lack of transportation
Bay City News/Pleasanton Weekly

Air district to fund public electric vehicle charging stations in Bay Area
Marin Independent Journal

George Russell: Doing what it takes to improve Marin roads
KPIX

COVID: BART Reports Over 90% Of Workers Fully Vaccinated Ahead Of Deadline
Marin Independent Journal

Editorial: Housing mandate a new reality for Marin
East Bay Times

Digital nomad’ rent plan could be next for apartment dwellers
Napa Valley Register

City of Napa building permit fees cut in half
The Oaklandside

Mayor asks more Oakland landlords to rent to Section 8 tenants
KQED

The Bay Is Rising. Newark Residents Wonder Why The City Plans to Develop Its Shoreline
Mercury News

Google’s urban village proposal in this city one of Bay Area’s largest residential project in history
San Francisco Chronicle

S.F.’s plans to protect the Embarcadero from earthquakes and sea level rise could transform the Ferry Building
Mercury News

After $14 million in damage, how a redwood park is rebounding from last year’s devastating wildfires in the Santa Cruz Mountains
East Bay Times

Bay Area rainfall totals updated: Which cities have gotten the most
Mercury News

Record-shattering rain pummels Bay Area, lingering showers continue into Tuesday
Associated Press

California proposes reducing incentives for rooftop solar

Headlines for December 13, 2021

San Jose Spotlight

San Jose traffic fatalities near record levels for 2021
NBC Bay Area

Biden Admin Releasing Strategy for US Electric Vehicle Charging Network
San Francisco Chronicle

How do you spend trillions of dollars? What President Biden’s infrastructure bills will mean to Bay Area communities
SF Gate

Caltrans closing Highway 1 over storm concerns
Mercury News

What do drivers want money spent on? The answer surprised Mr. Roadshow
Mercury News

Could SJ mobile home owners buy a $500 million piece of Silicon Valley?
Marin Independent Journal

Marin affordable housing projects get $1.38M boost
Berkeleyside

Photos: Take a first look inside the hotel that has reshaped Berkeley’s skyline
San Mateo Daily Journal

Millbrae eyes emergency housing rules
Daily Cal

Berkeley City Council provides feedback on Housing Element Update
Napa Valley Register

Napa County wants to shift some of housing mandate to cities
San Francisco Chronicle

Atmospheric river rolls into Bay Area. Here’s when and where storms are likely to be strongest
Mercury News

Atmospheric river soaks Bay Area, dumps snow on Sierra Nevada mountains
Marin Independent Journal

Farallon Islands poison airdrop plan set for key vote

Headlines for December 10, 2021

Marin Independent Journal

Editorial: Marin must stay ahead of road maintenance, improvements
San Francisco Examiner

Mayor appoints Stephanie Cajina to serve on SFTMA Board of Directors
San Francisco Chronicle

All AC Transit employees required to be vaccinated under new mandate
San Francisco Chronicle

Bay Area Transit Agencies Seek To Work Together To Effectively Spend $4.5B In Infrastructure Funding
Bond Buyer

Brian Mayhew, longtime Bay Area Toll Authority CFO, will retire
Mercury News

Caldecott roller coaster alarms some drivers: Roadshow
San Francisco Chronicle

This California city just knocked S.F. off list of top 5 least affordable in U.S.
San Francisco Chronicle

The biggest storm in weeks is headed to the S.F. Bay Area. Here’s when the rain will arrive
San Francisco Examiner

San Francisco’s latest climate plan sets path for a zero-emissions future
Cal Matters

Landmark California smog rules target lawn equipment, big rig truck
San Mateo Daily Journal

Half Moon Bay moves to end gas use

Headlines for December 9, 2021

San Jose Spotlight

San Jose lawmakers establish design goals for BART extension
Mercury News

Caltrans’ new anti-graffiti tactics may come to Bay Area: Roadshow
Disability Scoop

No More Stairs: Cash Influx To Make Transit More Accessible
Next City

Transit Agencies Pivot to Equity and Recoup Ridership
Mercury News

Biden wants to end federal gas-powered vehicle purchases by 2035
Press Democrat

Public weighs in on Santa Rosa Highway 101 pedestrian crossing
Marin Independent Journal

Fairfax-Bolinas Road gets emergency storm repairs
Marin Independent Journal

Editorial: Corte Madera on right path for bike safety
San Francisco Chronicle

It’s one of California’s most YIMBY city councils — and one of the few surpassing housing goals
Mercury News

Google eyes hundreds of downtown San Jose homes over BART station site
Mercury News

U.S. homeowners gained average $57,000 in equity in one year
Independent

Dublin Planning Commission Approves Affordable Senior Units
San Francisco Examiner

California housing crisis both wide and deep
San Francisco Chronicle

Scientists monitoring earthquake swarm off Oregon coast. More than 50 quakes recorded
Mercury News

Five miles of stunning Northern California coastline preserved in landmark redwoods deal
Mercury News

Bay Area weather: Atmospheric river this weekend shaping up to be largest storm in a month

Headlines for December 8, 2021

San Francisco Business Times

The Bay Area's future commute: Three days per week and the return of gridlock
San Francisco Chronicle

S.F.’s J Church will once again roll through Market Street subway. But its future could involve historic streetcars
SF Gate

California’s very congested Interstate 15 along Nevada state line is getting another lane
SF Gate

'BART Basel' guerrilla art pranksters take over San Francisco public transit
Mercury News

Truck ban on Interstate 580 is up for review: Roadshow
Napa Valley Register

City of Napa's Enhanced Infrastructure Financing District Moved Forward
Pleasanton Weekly

Tri-Valley ranks high among Bay Area communities for pavement quality
Bloomberg

Note to Store Owners: Not All Holiday Shoppers Drive
Bloomberg

Why U.S. Infrastructure Costs So Much
Lamorinda Weekly

Laborious work continues on updating Orinda housing element to meet huge challenges
Lamorinda Weekly

Town council and planning commission hold joint discussion regarding affordable housing
KQED

California Reparations Task Force: Berkeley Housing Advocate to Highlight Sharp Decline in Black Residents
San Francisco Chronicle

What exodus? These San Franciscans moved here during the pandemic, drawn by cheaper rents and quirky spirit
East Bay Times

Dublin council approves 573-home ‘East Ranch’ project on 165 acres
Sonoma Index-Tribune

Sonoma City Council considers moving safe parking away from Field of Dreams
Local News Matters

Contra Costa County to reopen 174-unit interim housing complex for homeless residents after renovations
Palo Alto Online

As new housing laws take effect, Palo Alto plays zone defense
Associated Press

Californians cut water use 13% in October; still behind goal

Headlines for December 7, 2021

Press Democrat

SMART collects donations at sixth annual holiday toy drive in Santa Rosa
San Francisco Chronicle

Tolls on seven Bay Area bridges will soon go up. Here’s what you need to know
Marin Independent Journal

SMART holds toy drive in Novato
San Francisco Chronicle

No more butt sliding: Muni will roll out trains with redesigned seats in early 2022
Marin Independent Journal

Editorial: Bike speed limit on Golden Gate Bridge makes sense
Mercury News

It cost more than $100 to fill up my mom’s car: Roadshow
Marin Independent Journal

George Russell: SMART leadership leans in for heavy lift on freight service
San Mateo Daily Journal

Caltrain board approves electrification cost hike
Local News Matters

Oakland International sees big rebound in Thanksgiving holiday air travelers
Mass Transit

SFMTA: Fulton Street sees transit, safety improvements
San Jose Spotlight

Uptick in holiday travel at San Jose airport
Progressive Railroading

FTA solicits input on civil rights policies for transit
Patch

San Rafael Roads Are In Fair Condition, MTC Report Finds
Patch

Corte Madera Roads In Fair Shape; Larkspur Roads At Risk: Study
KTVU

More commuter parking opens to ease Bay Bridge traffic
Patch

San Anselmo Roads In Fair Condition; Fairfax Roads At Risk: Study
Local News Matters

Fines for toll violations being reduced on seven state-owned Bay Area bridges
Danville San Ramon

Tri-Valley ranks high among Bay Area communities for pavement quality
Mass Transit

US: With Ridership Still Down, Transit Agencies Rethink Priorities
Mercury News

Hybrid owners crow about hitting 300,000 miles: Roadshow
Marin Independent Journal

Marin water pipeline plan draws environmental lawsuit
Mercury News

Why does anyone need a car that can go faster than 85? Roadshow
San Mateo Daily Journal

Caltrain reducing financial risk amid fuel price increases
Fairfield Daily Republic

Work crews complete I-80 bridge removal, reopen freeway on time in Fairfield
Mercury News

$1 toll hike coming for Bay Area bridges. But where’s the money?
Mercury News

Cupertino faces its housing reputation as cities get ready for SB 9
San Jose Spotlight

Staedler: With SB 9 legislative confusion, let’s shelve Opportunity Housing
Marin Independent Journal

Marin officials set strategy session on housing mandate
SF Gate

Most Bay Area companies thought they would be back in the office by January. Here's the latest.
Marin Independent Journal

San Rafael petitioners decry building plan amid redwoods
San Francisco Chronicle

Sea level rise could flood toxic sites along the Bay Area’s shore. This city has 21 facilities at risk
SF Gate

King tides over 7 feet to bring coastal flooding to San Francisco Bay Area
San Francisco Chronicle

$63 million wetland restoration could be a blueprint for how California adapts to climate change. But it’s taking forever
San Francisco Examiner

King tides give San Francisco a watery glimpse of its future
San Francisco Chronicle

Alameda judge orders a statewide halt to use of pesticide harmful to honeybees

Headlines for December 3, 2021

San Francisco Examiner

The true and joyful potential of San Francisco’s streets
Local News Matters

Port of Oakland sees cargo traffic drop vs. 2020, as shippers bypass region
San Jose Spotlight

Philbrick: What does the federal infrastructure bill mean for Californians?
San Jose Spotlight

VTA pulls funding from San Jose’s Charcot Avenue extension
Gilroy Dispatch

Millions in federal funds for EV charging network may relieve ‘range anxiety’
San Mateo Daily Journal

Caltrain in final stretch over talks on governance
Mass Transit

US: Public Transit Pivots Toward Equity, Accessibility in 2021
KPIX

AC Transit Adding Additional Service; Some Lines Back To Pre-Pandemic Levels
Mercury News

Fed up with road ragers? Get a dashcam: Roadshow
NBC Bay Area

Fines Being Reduced for Toll Violation Notices at Bay Area's 7 Bridges
Marin Independent Journal

Marin road quality remains mostly mediocre, report says
Fairfield Daily Republic

Caltrans preps for 10-hour I-80 closure for bridge removal
San Francisco Chronicle

State officials are reviewing Oakland City Council’s delay of housing near West Oakland BART Station
San Francisco Chronicle

King tides to swamp S.F. Bay Area coastlines. Here’s what to expect
Marin Independent Journal

Editorial: Coastal health at core of Bel Marin Keys wetlands work

Headlines for December 2, 2021

Local News Matters

BART adds 850 parking spaces, makes other improvements to Antioch station
KPIX

Toll Violation Fines Reduced at 7 Bay Area Bridges
Bay City News/San Mateo Daily Journal

Bridge toll violation fines being reduced
Patch

261-Space Commuter Lot Opening Off I-80 In Albany Next Week: MTC
SF Gate

Wednesday Morning News Roundup
Marin Independent Journal

Editorial: Inclusive progress needed for highway interchange project
Mercury News

Caltrain’s Holiday Train is coming back this year
Napa Valley Register

Napa County seems unlikely choice for Highway 37 reroute
Mercury News

Coming to a president’s defense during a time of soaring gas prices: Roadshow
Press Democrat

Northbound Highway 101 in Petaluma gets third lane early Thursday
Berkeleyside

Berkeley ends its ‘Healthy Streets’ car-free roads program
KQED

You're Not Imagining It: There Are More Driverless Cars in SF Now
Mercury News

Even less affordable: Bay Area home prices keep soaring
San Francisco Chronicle

Caltrain stop in Redwood City is focus of major redevelopment project
San Francisco Chronicle

The owners of S.F.’s run down Plaza East housing project wants to redevelop it again. Will residents buy in?
San Francisco Chronicle

Facebook parent Meta signs biggest U.S. office lease of 2021 in Sunnyvale, huge expansion in Burlingame
Mercury News

Meta, formerly Facebook, leases huge tech campus in Sunnyvale
Mercury News

California drought: State Water Project will deliver no water next year
Los Angeles Times

The American West went through climate hell in 2021. But there’s still hope
Bloomberg

Automating the War on Noise Pollution

Headlines for December 1, 2021

Mercury News

Bay Bridge commuters are reliving pre-pandemic traffic nightmares. Could this help?
KTVU

Bay Area bridge tolls going up again on Jan. 1
KRON

Bay Bridge toll increases soon
The Oaklandside

Fixing Oakland’s roads: A conversation with transportation director Ryan Russo
Smart Cities

'The crossroads between climate and equity': Advocates push for transit justice
Mercury News

Why not blame the president for gas prices? Roadshow
Mercury News

How long can I go without getting a California driver’s license? Roadshow
Napa Valley Register

Roadwork on Highway 29 to cause delays
New York Times

The Help-Wanted Signs Are Up for Transit Workers
San Mateo Daily Journal

South San Francisco delays new 480-unit housing development
San Mateo Daily Journal

Belmont OKs zoning change for townhomes
San Mateo Daily Journal

San Mateo County home prices remain elevated as inventory hits record lows
Los Altos Town Crier

Los Altos Housing Element Update outreach kicks off, study session set
Marin Independent Journal

Sausalito council rejects appeal of downtown construction plan
San Francisco Examiner

Composting sequesters carbon and reduces emissions. Is it enough to fight climate change?
San Francisco Chronicle

A new study using Google Street View cars shows where pollution is worst in Bay Area

Headlines for November 30, 2021

Bloomberg

Car-Free Transportation Gets Boost from U.S. Grant Program
Local News Matters

Lafayette adopts ‘Vision Zero’ plan to reduce traffic deaths, promote walking
New York Times

Years of Delays, Billions in Overruns
Marin Independent Journal

California Voice: State must ensure EV charging access for all
Bay City News/San Francisco Examiner

Gas prices stabilize in Bay Area, inch up in California
Slate

What if an All-Knowing Algorithm Ran Traffic and Transit?
Coast News

SANDAG grapples with budget deficits for regional transit agencies
Bloomberg

Public-Transit Tech Startup Via Snags $3.3 Billion Valuation in Funding Round
New York Times

Why Retired Subway Workers Are Getting $35,000 to Come Back
Marin Independent Journal

Stinson Beach home project tests coastal development rules
Patch

Marin County Seeks Guidance For Future Housing Development
San Francisco Chronicle

Snowpack in California’s Sierra Nevada could disappear in just 25 years