Disadvantaged communities in California are specifically targeted for transportation investments with state funds, and the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) will further expand these investments. The IIJA investments are directed towards improving public health, elevating the overall quality of life, and fostering economic opportunity in California’s most underserved communities while contributing to reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
Investments in disadvantaged communities through the ATP have been ongoing since 2014, with additional support expected from the IIJA and general fund investments. The following chart visually represents ATP funding dedicated to disadvantaged communities.
A total of $6.4 billion has been dedicated to 1169 ATP projects benefiting disadvantaged communities throughout California. Four of the 293 projects in Northern California totaling $2.0 million are devoted to statewide initiatives. These initiatives are designed to strengthen the capabilities of transportation partners across California, enabling them to deliver active transportation projects successfully.
