Last week Supervisors Manu Koenig and Bruce McPherson voted against their constituents’ wishes by not approving recommendations for rail lines 10 & 11, jeopardizing the $70 million public transportation grant. Now is the time to write, call and make noise. See below for the actions you can take!
From Friends of the Rail & Trail:
“Because of McPherson and Koenig voting against the project, we are now in a situation where this transformative project will not move forward and it is at risk of losing the $68M construction grant from the state. “
“Like every other transportation project in California right now, construction costs are coming back higher than initial estimates. This means County and RTC staff will need to work together to find additional grant funding for construction. In the staff report, the County outlined several measures they are already taking in order to ensure the additional construction costs can be funded. We’ve reviewed this plan and agree there are plenty of additional grants available to help cover the remaining construction costs. “
“This continued opposition to one of the most popular projects in Santa Cruz County is unacceptable. It’s time we remind Koenig and McPherson that they work for the people.”
TAKE ACTION:
NOW: FLOOD THE LINES Call the Board of Supervisors direct line: (831) 454-2200
Ask to speak directly with Supervisors Manu Koenig and Bruce McPherson. Be prepared to leave a message and request a call back.
Tell them each how disappointed you are in their vote. Remind them that voters overwhelmingly support the Rail Trail and we voted to fund construction with the 2016 Measure D funds. Request a call back from the Supervisor to explain why they failed to take advantage of the state grant funding and move this vital project forward.
WEDNESDAY: DIRECT ACTION
Where: Santa Cruz County Building Steps*
When: Wednesday, April 3, at noon
Join with the community in person at the supervisors office to demand Supervisors McPherson and Koenig stop obstructing the rail trail. RSVP now for the rally here.
THURSDAY: Santa Cruz County Regional Transportation Commission (RTC) Meeting
Where: Santa Cruz County Building Supervisor’s Chamber*
When: Thursday, April 4, at 9am
Show support for Rail and Trail at the RTC meeting – RSVP for the meeting here.
*Santa Cruz County Building : 701 Ocean St., Santa Cruz, CA 95060. Public parking is EXTREMELY LIMITED at the county building – please walk, bike, or take the bus!
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