Big Bear Lake, CA, August 27, 2012 -- The state Department of Transportation is accepting applications for chain installers in local mountains this winter. Applications are available online at www.dot.ca.gov/dist8. Applications must be postmarked by Sept. 24 and mailed to Caltrans Maintenance, Chain Installer Application, 175 W. Cluster Street, San Bernardino, CA 92408. No … [Read more...] about Chain Installers Invited to Apply With Caltrans
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Caltrans Asks Motorists To Move Over Or Slow Down Near Work Zones
Sacramento, CA, August 23, 2012, 8:00am - Caltrans, the California Highway Patrol (CHP) and construction industry contractors are calling on all Californians for their help in the ongoing effort to make highway work zones less dangerous for workers by moving over one lane, if it’s safe to do so, or slowing down when passing a maintenance or construction crew or emergency … [Read more...] about Caltrans Asks Motorists To Move Over Or Slow Down Near Work Zones
Tips For Driving In Hot Weather
San Bernardino, CA, June 29, 2012, 8:00am - The Summer months are here, with higher temperatures on the way. Terri Kasinga of CalTrans has some travel tips to think about before you head out across the desert or other remote areas. First – know before you go! Check IE511.org or call “511”. Make sure your vehicle is in good running condition – check your tires and all fluids, … [Read more...] about Tips For Driving In Hot Weather
Caltrans Awards $350 Million In Grants To Improve Public Transit And Air Quality
San Bernardino, CA, June 2, 2012, noon - Caltrans has awarded approximately $350 million in grants to improve public transit across California. An estimated 80 projects will upgrade transit service, purchase eco-friendly buses, modernize transit stations and create jobs throughout the state. The grants are funded through Proposition 1B, the 2006 voter-approved transportation … [Read more...] about Caltrans Awards $350 Million In Grants To Improve Public Transit And Air Quality
Caltrans Workshop Shapes The Future Of Transportation
Sacramento, CA, May 29, 2012, noon - Caltrans hosted a workshop on May 23 for transportation stakeholders and officials to evaluate the California Interregional Blueprint, a long-term plan that will help shape decision-making for the state’s transportation system. Caltrans Director Malcolm Dougherty believes “The future of California’s economy and our quality of life depends … [Read more...] about Caltrans Workshop Shapes The Future Of Transportation