Headways

September 30, 2020
What to Know about Changing High Occupancy Vehicle (HOV) Requirements on SR 237 Express Lanes
State Route 237 is known for the many large companies that line its corridor. But with more people working from home these days, employees and other travelers might be missing important information...
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September 30, 2020
National Disability Employment Awareness Month 2020
October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM). Building on the 30th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the 75th anniversary of NDEAM is a time for...
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September 29, 2020
VTA Takes the Lead in Net 15 Payment Plan for Small Business Prime Contractors
At a time when small businesses have been suffering because of the impact of COVID-19, VTA has adopted a new policy we hope will make things a little bit easier on them. The policy, which takes effect...
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September 21, 2020
Public Scoping Meeting on Sept. 24 for I-280/Winchester Blvd. Project
VTA is holding a virtual public scoping meeting for the I-280/Winchester Boulevard Interchange Improvements Project this Thursday, September 24, at 6:00 pm. Community members are invited to learn more...
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September 21, 2020
Bus Simulator: A High-Tech Aid to Driver Training
It’s called the “MB-2000”. A fitting name for its futuristic nature of putting you “in the driver’s seat” literally. The latest tool VTA is using to help bus drivers sharpen their skills to maneuver...
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September 21, 2020
Safety is Everyone’s Responsibility
This is Rail Safety Week across the United States, with a goal of raising awareness on how to stay safe around railways, including VTA light rail. Every year, in North America, 2100 people are killed...
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September 16, 2020
BART Silicon Valley Phase II Project: Early Contractor Engagement Begins
The stretch of the BART Silicon Valley extension into Downtown San Jose and Santa Clara is entering what’s known as the procurement stage of the project. For this mega project, currently at an early...
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September 16, 2020
Carpool Occupancy Changes Coming to SR-237 Express Lanes October 2, 2020
Starting October 2, the occupancy requirement for toll-free travel in the SR 237 Express Lanes will change from two to three occupants. Vehicles with two occupants will be eligible for a 50% toll...
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September 14, 2020
Traffic Improvements Coming to Blossom Hill at US 101
VTA construction is getting underway to transform the Blossom Hill Interchange at US 101 to improve bicycle and pedestrian connections and ease traffic congestion. Interested members of the community...
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