California Transit Association
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The California Transit Association's mission is to support the needs of California's public transit systems through advocacy and education.
https://caltransit.org/
https://caltransit.org/
Join the California Transit Association, in partnership with COMTO Headquarters, for a discussion on how community engagement shapes effective transportation planning.
January 28, 2026 at 12:55 AM
Join the California Transit Association, in partnership with COMTO Headquarters, for a discussion on how community engagement shapes effective transportation planning.
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The 2026 Legislative Conference takes place May 21 at the Kimpton Sawyer Hotel in Sacramento.
Spend the day learning about key legislative and regulatory efforts, funding priorities, and statewide initiatives, plus connect with peers across California transit.
The 2026 Legislative Conference takes place May 21 at the Kimpton Sawyer Hotel in Sacramento.
Spend the day learning about key legislative and regulatory efforts, funding priorities, and statewide initiatives, plus connect with peers across California transit.
January 27, 2026 at 8:02 PM
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The 2026 Legislative Conference takes place May 21 at the Kimpton Sawyer Hotel in Sacramento.
Spend the day learning about key legislative and regulatory efforts, funding priorities, and statewide initiatives, plus connect with peers across California transit.
The 2026 Legislative Conference takes place May 21 at the Kimpton Sawyer Hotel in Sacramento.
Spend the day learning about key legislative and regulatory efforts, funding priorities, and statewide initiatives, plus connect with peers across California transit.
The Association is pleased to welcome Lauren Sanchez, Chair of the California Air Resources Board (CARB), as a keynote speaker at the 2026 Spring Legislative Conference.
January 27, 2026 at 12:43 AM
The Association is pleased to welcome Lauren Sanchez, Chair of the California Air Resources Board (CARB), as a keynote speaker at the 2026 Spring Legislative Conference.
The California Transit Association was a proud sponsor of this year’s COMTO nor cal annual gala. What a great time celebrating so many incredible individuals and honoring 40 years of dedication to advancing transportation professionals in the industry. Congrats COMTO!
December 15, 2025 at 4:49 PM
The California Transit Association was a proud sponsor of this year’s COMTO nor cal annual gala. What a great time celebrating so many incredible individuals and honoring 40 years of dedication to advancing transportation professionals in the industry. Congrats COMTO!
Amtrak’s Capitol Corridor is back to full service since COVID-19 – big news for riders and transit/rail supporters statewide.
Read more: www.kcra.com/article/amtr...
Read more: www.kcra.com/article/amtr...
December 9, 2025 at 8:43 PM
Amtrak’s Capitol Corridor is back to full service since COVID-19 – big news for riders and transit/rail supporters statewide.
Read more: www.kcra.com/article/amtr...
Read more: www.kcra.com/article/amtr...
The Association extends a warm welcome to our New Leadership for the 2025-27 Term.
Read remarks from Executive Director Michael Pimentel and our newly elected Executive Committee Chair Erin Rogers and Vice Chair April Chan.
Read remarks from Executive Director Michael Pimentel and our newly elected Executive Committee Chair Erin Rogers and Vice Chair April Chan.
December 2, 2025 at 6:00 PM
The Association extends a warm welcome to our New Leadership for the 2025-27 Term.
Read remarks from Executive Director Michael Pimentel and our newly elected Executive Committee Chair Erin Rogers and Vice Chair April Chan.
Read remarks from Executive Director Michael Pimentel and our newly elected Executive Committee Chair Erin Rogers and Vice Chair April Chan.
Your feedback matters. Attendees who complete the 60th Annual Fall Conference & Expo feedback survey by next Monday, November 24th, will be automatically entered to win an I Love Transit Yeti.
The winner will be notified via email on Tuesday, November 25.
The winner will be notified via email on Tuesday, November 25.
November 19, 2025 at 6:53 PM
Your feedback matters. Attendees who complete the 60th Annual Fall Conference & Expo feedback survey by next Monday, November 24th, will be automatically entered to win an I Love Transit Yeti.
The winner will be notified via email on Tuesday, November 25.
The winner will be notified via email on Tuesday, November 25.
CalSTA and Caltrans are hosting a meeting on Monday, December 1, 2025, from 1:45 PM to 2:45 PM to gather input on the reauthorization of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA), set to expire in September 2026.
November 18, 2025 at 10:35 PM
CalSTA and Caltrans are hosting a meeting on Monday, December 1, 2025, from 1:45 PM to 2:45 PM to gather input on the reauthorization of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA), set to expire in September 2026.
Explore the full collection of conference photos by scanning the QR code!
November 14, 2025 at 9:14 PM
Explore the full collection of conference photos by scanning the QR code!
Today we’re shining a spotlight on the people who make public transit possible. Thank you to all the dedicated professionals!
November 13, 2025 at 10:10 PM
Today we’re shining a spotlight on the people who make public transit possible. Thank you to all the dedicated professionals!
Thank you for joining us at the 60th Annual Fall Conference & Expo, hosted in partnership with Long Beach Transit, which brought together the top voices in transit for three days of interactive sessions and networking. Your participation contributed to the success of this milestone event.
November 13, 2025 at 7:05 PM
Thank you for joining us at the 60th Annual Fall Conference & Expo, hosted in partnership with Long Beach Transit, which brought together the top voices in transit for three days of interactive sessions and networking. Your participation contributed to the success of this milestone event.
A glimpse of the 60th Annual Fall Conference & Expo’s Tech Tours, hosted by Long Beach Transit. Thank you, Long Beach Transit, for being such a great host! #CTA2025 #ConnectingUs
November 10, 2025 at 7:07 PM
A glimpse of the 60th Annual Fall Conference & Expo’s Tech Tours, hosted by Long Beach Transit. Thank you, Long Beach Transit, for being such a great host! #CTA2025 #ConnectingUs
Today’s the day! The Association’s 60th Annual Fall Conference & Expo begins in Long Beach!
Be sure to tag us in your photos and share your favorite conference moments using our official event hashtags!
Be sure to tag us in your photos and share your favorite conference moments using our official event hashtags!
November 5, 2025 at 9:24 PM
Today’s the day! The Association’s 60th Annual Fall Conference & Expo begins in Long Beach!
Be sure to tag us in your photos and share your favorite conference moments using our official event hashtags!
Be sure to tag us in your photos and share your favorite conference moments using our official event hashtags!
Just 1 day left until the Association’s 60th Annual Fall Conference & Expo kicks off in Long Beach, November 5–7!
November 4, 2025 at 8:33 PM
Just 1 day left until the Association’s 60th Annual Fall Conference & Expo kicks off in Long Beach, November 5–7!
The countdown is on! Only 2 days to go until the Association’s 60th Annual Fall Conference & Expo, happening November 5–7 in Long Beach.
November 3, 2025 at 11:38 PM
The countdown is on! Only 2 days to go until the Association’s 60th Annual Fall Conference & Expo, happening November 5–7 in Long Beach.
The California Transportation Commission will hold a virtual workshop on November 20, 2025, at 1:00 PM to begin developing 2026 guidelines for three SB 1 competitive programs. This is the first opportunity for transit agencies to provide input on Cycle 5 funding guidelines. (1/2)
October 23, 2025 at 9:20 PM
The California Transportation Commission will hold a virtual workshop on November 20, 2025, at 1:00 PM to begin developing 2026 guidelines for three SB 1 competitive programs. This is the first opportunity for transit agencies to provide input on Cycle 5 funding guidelines. (1/2)
Join the Small Operators Awards Program & Lunch during the Association's 60th Annual Fall Conference & Expo to recognize outstanding leadership and innovation among California’s small transit operators.
October 22, 2025 at 9:01 PM
Join the Small Operators Awards Program & Lunch during the Association's 60th Annual Fall Conference & Expo to recognize outstanding leadership and innovation among California’s small transit operators.
Join the Association for an End of Session Legislative Wrap-Up on October 30, 2-3 PM. The Association's advocacy team will review key transit legislation from the 2025–26 State Legislative Session, including sponsored and high-priority bills, the State Budget Act, and Cap-and-Invest updates.
October 22, 2025 at 7:46 PM
Join the Association for an End of Session Legislative Wrap-Up on October 30, 2-3 PM. The Association's advocacy team will review key transit legislation from the 2025–26 State Legislative Session, including sponsored and high-priority bills, the State Budget Act, and Cap-and-Invest updates.
Join Latinos In Transit for a Networking Mixer on Tuesday, November 4, from 6-8 p.m. in Downtown Long Beach. This is a great opportunity to connect with transit professionals ahead of the Association's Annual Fall Conference & Expo.
Registration details: latinosintransit.org/event-6398881
Registration details: latinosintransit.org/event-6398881
October 22, 2025 at 6:09 PM
Join Latinos In Transit for a Networking Mixer on Tuesday, November 4, from 6-8 p.m. in Downtown Long Beach. This is a great opportunity to connect with transit professionals ahead of the Association's Annual Fall Conference & Expo.
Registration details: latinosintransit.org/event-6398881
Registration details: latinosintransit.org/event-6398881
2 weeks to go! There’s still time to register for the Association’s 60th Annual Fall Conference & Expo, November 5–7 in Long Beach.
Join the top voices in transit for three days of sessions, networking, and an interactive Expo, hosted in partnership with Long Beach Transit.
Join the top voices in transit for three days of sessions, networking, and an interactive Expo, hosted in partnership with Long Beach Transit.
October 21, 2025 at 6:40 PM
2 weeks to go! There’s still time to register for the Association’s 60th Annual Fall Conference & Expo, November 5–7 in Long Beach.
Join the top voices in transit for three days of sessions, networking, and an interactive Expo, hosted in partnership with Long Beach Transit.
Join the top voices in transit for three days of sessions, networking, and an interactive Expo, hosted in partnership with Long Beach Transit.
Earlier this week, Governor Newsom signed SB 71 (Wiener), an Association-sponsored bill extending CEQA exemptions for transit infrastructure projects through 2040.
October 16, 2025 at 7:57 PM
Earlier this week, Governor Newsom signed SB 71 (Wiener), an Association-sponsored bill extending CEQA exemptions for transit infrastructure projects through 2040.
Throughout 2025, CTA has been working closely with the California Air Resources Board and GO-Biz to help transit agencies successfully roll out Zero Emission Buses while meeting Innovative Clean Transit regulation goals.
Read more about where efforts stand now: caltransit.org
Read more about where efforts stand now: caltransit.org
October 15, 2025 at 11:48 PM
Throughout 2025, CTA has been working closely with the California Air Resources Board and GO-Biz to help transit agencies successfully roll out Zero Emission Buses while meeting Innovative Clean Transit regulation goals.
Read more about where efforts stand now: caltransit.org
Read more about where efforts stand now: caltransit.org
Executive Director Michael Pimentel will be speaking at the UITP North America Conference 2025, taking place October 20-22 in Los Angeles. Join industry leaders as they discuss innovations shaping the future of public transit.
October 10, 2025 at 8:58 PM
Executive Director Michael Pimentel will be speaking at the UITP North America Conference 2025, taking place October 20-22 in Los Angeles. Join industry leaders as they discuss innovations shaping the future of public transit.
Plan Your Conference Stay
Discounted rooms are available for Fall Conference & Expo attendees at the Westin Long Beach and Marriott Long Beach Downtown through October 16 or until the room block fills. Secure your accommodations soon!
🔗 Register & book: caltransit.org
Discounted rooms are available for Fall Conference & Expo attendees at the Westin Long Beach and Marriott Long Beach Downtown through October 16 or until the room block fills. Secure your accommodations soon!
🔗 Register & book: caltransit.org
October 9, 2025 at 11:51 PM
Plan Your Conference Stay
Discounted rooms are available for Fall Conference & Expo attendees at the Westin Long Beach and Marriott Long Beach Downtown through October 16 or until the room block fills. Secure your accommodations soon!
🔗 Register & book: caltransit.org
Discounted rooms are available for Fall Conference & Expo attendees at the Westin Long Beach and Marriott Long Beach Downtown through October 16 or until the room block fills. Secure your accommodations soon!
🔗 Register & book: caltransit.org
Caltrans is finalizing its draft Director’s Transit Policy, developed in response to SB 960 (Wiener) to advance transit priority corridors that improve transit speed and reliability. (1/2)
October 9, 2025 at 9:52 PM
Caltrans is finalizing its draft Director’s Transit Policy, developed in response to SB 960 (Wiener) to advance transit priority corridors that improve transit speed and reliability. (1/2)