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- [Jon Preciado: California’s transportation funding needs fairness tune-up](https://rebuildsocal.org/2026/07/jon-preciado-californias-transportation-funding-needs-fairness-tune-up/) - Inland Empire drivers know the pain of commuting more than 90 minutes to work. A half-dozen San Bernardino and Riverside communities rank among the top 20 super-commuting towns in the U.S. And, as if additional exposure to gridlock, potholes and lane closures weren’t enough, super-commuters also draw the short straw when it comes to paying
- [Rebuild SoCal Partnership Celebrates National Women in Construction Week ](https://rebuildsocal.org/2026/03/rebuild-socal-partnership-celebrates-national-women-in-construction-week-2/) - This year is the 28th annual National Women in Construction (WIC) Week. First organized by the National Association of Women in Construction (NAWIC), WIC Week celebrates, promotes, and highlights the vital role women play in the construction industry during the first week of March every year. This year’s theme is ‘Level Up, Build Strong,’
- [LAWA Board Approves $1B for Major LAX Roadway Upgrades ](https://rebuildsocal.org/2025/11/lawa-board-approves-1b-for-major-lax-roadway-upgrades/) - Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA) announced a major milestone in the ongoing improvements at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). This week, the Los Angeles Board of Airport Commissioners (BOAC) approved $1 billion in additional funding for the final phase of construction of the Airfield and Terminal Modernization Program Roadway Improvement Project at LAX. This investment
- [Interstate 15: A Lifeline in Need of Critical Safety Upgrades](https://rebuildsocal.org/2025/10/interstate-15-a-lifeline-in-need-of-critical-safety-upgrades/) - At Rebuild SoCal Partnership, we’ve been at the forefront of efforts to bring long-term safety and mobility solutions to the I-15 corridor — one of Southern California’s most vital transportation routes. Through partnerships with local officials, labor, and industry, we continue to advocate for the investments needed to make this corridor safer and more efficient
- [California Legislature Approves Cap-and-Invest Program](https://rebuildsocal.org/2025/09/california-legislature-approves-cap-and-invest-program/) - The California Legislature ended its session on Saturday by voting to extend the state’s Cap-and-Trade program (renamed “Cap-and-Invest”) another 15 years, from 2030 through 2045. This program is a key element of California’s strategy to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, continue to fund transportation, and support investments that strengthen our infrastructure and communities. The deal also
- [Mayor Karen Bass Talks LA’s Infrastructure Future on New Podcast Making Los Angeles](https://rebuildsocal.org/2025/09/mayor-karen-bass-talks-las-infrastructure-future-on-new-podcast-making-los-angeles/) - Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass recently joined the newest podcast from the Los Angeles Times, Making Los Angeles, for a wide-ranging conversation about her career, from the founder of the influential nonprofit Community Coalition, the first Black woman to serve as Speaker of the California Assembly, a Congresswoman, Chair of the Congressional Black Caucus, and
- [Rebuild SoCal Partnership Launches "Cap-and-Trade for Transit Jobs" Initiative to Protect California's Climate Investment Future](https://rebuildsocal.org/2025/07/rebuild-socal-partnership-launches-cap-and-trade-for-transit-jobs-initiative-toprotect-californias-climate-investment-future/) - New campaign urges lawmakers to extend program through 2045, securing billions for infrastructure and good-paying union jobs Rebuild SoCal Partnership announced the launch of “Cap-and-Trade for Transit Jobs,” a comprehensive advocacy initiative aimed at securing the extension of California’s Cap-and-Trade program through 2045. With the current program set to expire in 2030, the campaign will
- [Rebuild SoCal Partnership Urges Trump Administration to Reconsider Withdrawal of Federal Funding for California High-Speed Rail Project](https://rebuildsocal.org/2025/06/rebuild-socal-partnership-urges-trump-administration-to-reconsider-withdrawal-of-federal-funding-for-california-high-speed-rail-project/) - Rebuild SoCal Partnership expresses deep concern and disappointment over the Trump Administration’s latest decision to withdraw $4 billion in federal funding from California’s High-Speed Rail project. The decision threatens the timely completion of the High-Speed Rail project and undermines California’s efforts to build a more efficient, sustainable, and equitable transportation future. Maintaining federal support is
- [Governor Newsom Fast-Tracks Delta Conveyance Project to Secure California's Water Future](https://rebuildsocal.org/2025/05/governor-newsom-fast-tracks-delta-conveyance-project-to-secure-californias-water-future/) - Governor Gavin Newsom today announced a significant budget proposal aimed at fast-tracking the Delta Conveyance Project (DCP), demonstrating the administration’s commitment to modernizing California’s aging water infrastructure. As part of the May Revise, this proposal will streamline administrative processes to save time and costs. “For too long, attempts to modernize our critical water infrastructure have
- [Investing in Our Future: Celebrating National Water Week](https://rebuildsocal.org/2025/04/investing-in-our-future-celebrating-national-water-week/) - Rebuild SoCal Partnership is celebrating National Water Week. Let’s use this week to recognize water’s vital role in our state’s economy, environment, and daily lives. California’s water is essential, and maintaining and upgrading our water infrastructure is paramount for our future. This National Water Week, we’re focusing on key infrastructure projects that aim to secure our
- [America's Infrastructure Report Card 2025 – Progress Amid Challenges ](https://rebuildsocal.org/2025/03/americas-infrastructure-report-card-2025/) - The American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) has released its 2025 Infrastructure Report Card for the nation. The report shows modest improvement, with the nation’s overall infrastructure grade rising from a C- in 2021 to a C in 2025. This represents the first time since 1998 that no infrastructure category received a D- grade. Despite historic
- [Rebuild SoCal Partnership Celebrates National Women in Construction Week](https://rebuildsocal.org/2025/03/rebuild-socal-partnership-celebrates-national-women-in-construction-week/) - This year is the 27th annual National Women in Construction (WIC) Week. First organized by the National Association of Women in Construction (NAWIC), WIC Week celebrates, promotes, and highlights the vital role women play in the construction industry. This year’s theme is ‘Together We Rise,’ and we’re celebrating the empowered women whose strength and expertise are
- [Rebuild SoCal Partnership Celebrates National Apprenticeship Week](https://rebuildsocal.org/2024/11/rebuild-socal-partnership-celebrates-national-apprenticeship-week/) - 2024 marks the 10th anniversary of National Apprenticeship Week, and to honor the occasion, Rebuild SoCal is celebrating for an entire month! National Apprenticeship Week showcases how registered apprenticeship programs improve career pathways and expand workers’ access to good-paying jobs across different industries in the United States. Construction apprenticeship programs offer men and women hands-on training
- [Mayor Bass Signs Executive Directive to Improve LA’s Infrastructure](https://rebuildsocal.org/2024/10/mayor-bass-signs-executive-directive-to-improve-las-infrastructure/) - Rebuild SoCal Partnership is thrilled Mayor Karen Bass signed an executive directive aimed at transforming our city’s infrastructure and enhancing the delivery of essential services, a major milestone for Los Angeles! The initiative will prioritize repairing streets, cleaning parks, and executing key infrastructure projects to benefit Angelenos for years to come. This executive directive will create
- [Looking at the Paris Olympics as a Guide for LA 28](https://rebuildsocal.org/2024/08/looking-at-the-paris-olympics-as-a-guide-for-la-28/) - The 2024 Paris Olympics are officially underway as of last Friday, July 26th. This is an exciting time of year for athletes worldwide who get to represent their country. It’s also a reminder of what’s to come for future Olympic host cities and to continue the hard work in preparing for the coming games. Earlier this
- [California will receive $12.6 billion to construct the renewable energy systems](https://rebuildsocal.org/2024/07/california-will-receive-12-6-billion-to-construct-the-renewable-energy-systems/) - Earlier this month, ARCHES – a California initiative targeted towards the transition to renewable energy – teamed up with the U.S. Department of Energy to announce that California will receive $12.6 billion to build a brand-new Hydrogen Hub. The historical Hydrogen Hub will provide an enormous source of renewable energy for Californians while effectively creating
- [Keeping water infrastructure updated is key during California’s wildfire season](https://rebuildsocal.org/2024/06/keeping-water-infrastructure-updated-is-key-during-californias-wildfire-season/) - As the summer heat intensifies in California, wildfire season is in full effect. Wildfires have already burned through roughly 90,000 acres across the state, and summer and wildfire season have only just begun. With the summer heat already in full swing, it is necessary to ensure California maintains and updates its water infrastructure. Proper water
- [California's Offshore Wind Project: A New Era for Jobs and Economic Growth](https://rebuildsocal.org/2024/06/californias-offshore-wind-project-a-new-era-for-jobs-and-economic-growth/) - Last month, an exciting update was made on one of the most significant infrastructure initiatives currently underway in California, the Floating Offshore Wind Staging and Integration facility known as the Pier Wind project. The Port of Long Beach is embarking on this ambitious project to help California and the federal government reach renewable energy targets
- [Riverside County Transportation Commission Approves Traffic Relief Plan](https://rebuildsocal.org/2024/04/riverside-county-transportation-commission-approves-traffic-relief-plan/) - Riverside County leaders acted decisively on April 10 to approve a new Traffic Relief Plan for Riverside residents. The aspirational plan outlines strategies and projects that could benefit communities – and commuters – across the County. The 2024 Traffic Relief plan is a comprehensive transportation blueprint that would include improvements in freeway traffic flow, investments in
- [Preparing for the 2028 Olympics](https://rebuildsocal.org/2024/04/preparing-for-the-2028-olympics-2/) - Mayor Karen Bass is feeling the pressure to start preparing for 2028. As many are aware, in the summer of 2028, Los Angeles will host the Olympic and Paralympic Games. Los Angeles, and California as a whole, will need to finish major infrastructure projects in order to support the demand for commuters during the Olympic
- [Gov. Newsom Announces Updated Water Plan in Light of Promising Snowpack Reports](https://rebuildsocal.org/2024/04/gov-newsom-announces-updated-water-plan-in-light-of-promising-snowpack-reports/) - After an especially wet winter for California, recent statistics indicate that the state’s snowpacks are at 110% of the average for April. In light of the promising snowpack water supply, Governor Gavin Newsom has unveiled his updated California Water Plan. Although 2024 appears to be an encouraging year in terms of its plentiful snowpacks, scientists and
- [Brightline West Project Breaks Ground](https://rebuildsocal.org/2024/04/brightline-west-project-breaks-ground/) - Exciting news! The new Brightline West High-Speed Rail project has just broken ground and is ready to connect Las Vegas to Southern California for a more efficient railroad system. This news was announced on April 22, 2024, and here at Rebuild SoCal, we couldn’t be more excited. This project will create thousands of jobs and
- [Celebrating National Drinking Water Week!](https://rebuildsocal.org/2024/05/celebrating-national-drinking-water-week/) - May 5th marked the kickoff of the 2024 National Drinking Water Week, a federally recognized observance of the role of water in everyday life. The first Drinking Water Week was celebrated in 1988, following a joint congressional resolution signed by President Ronald Reagan. In the 36 years since the first week of May 1988, it has
- [12th Annual Infrastructure Week](https://rebuildsocal.org/2024/05/12th-annual-infrastructure-week/) - This week is the 12th annual Infrastructure Week. For over ten years, United for Infrastructure has presented Infrastructure Week as an annual nationwide event raising awareness and advocating for infrastructure and infrastructure improvements. Infrastructure improvements are critical to the economy and communities here in Southern California. Advocating and educating the public about new infrastructure projects
- [New Updates for the Delta Conveyance Project](https://rebuildsocal.org/2024/05/new-updates-for-the-delta-conveyance-project/) - Governor Newsom announced an update on the $20 billion Delta Tunnel Project on May 16, 2024. The Delta Tunnel Project would transform the massive water system that sends Northern California water south. The goal of this project is to collect and deliver more water to two-thirds of California’s population and 750,000 acres of farmland during
- [New Podcast Episode Explores Future of Brightline West](https://rebuildsocal.org/2021/07/new-podcast-episode-explores-future-of-brightline-west/) - Victor Valley to Vegas in 85 Minutes Brightline, which currently operates the nation’s only privately-owned express passenger rail line in Florida, is developing Brightline West to connect Las Vegas to California. In the latest podcast episode of The Rebuild SoCal Zone, Greta Seidman, Brightline West’s Director of Public Affairs, talks with Rebuild SoCal Partnership’s Carol Church
- [Riverside County's Ambitious Water Banking Program](https://rebuildsocal.org/2021/11/riverside-countys-ambitious-water-banking-program/) - Saving for a Non-Rainy DayThe water districts in Riverside County have joined together to safeguard against future droughts. The Santa Ana River Conservation and Conjunctive Use Project (SARCCUP) is comprised of the Eastern Municipal Water District (EMWD), Inland Empire Utilities Agency (IEUA), Orange County Water District (OCWD), San Bernardino Valley Municipal Water District (SBVMWD), and
- [Wave of State Funding Helps San Diego Water Infrastructure](https://rebuildsocal.org/2021/08/wave-of-state-funding-helps-san-diego-water-infrastructure/) - Ocean Beach Pier, Pure Water Program BenefitA wave of funding from the California State budget will help San Diego water infrastructure projects as well as other programs. Money will go toward Ocean Beach Pier repairs and San Diego’s Pure Water program. “The dollars that San Diego is receiving from the state will upgrade critical infrastructure,
- [California Invests $2.3 Billion into its Ports](https://rebuildsocal.org/2022/07/california-invests-2-3-billion-into-its-ports/) - On June 30 California Governor Gavin Newsom signed the state’s upcoming fiscal year budget, which includes an unprecedented $2.3 billion for port infrastructure improvements and upgrades. The budget sets aside $110 million for the creation of a new Goods Movement Training Campus at the San Pedro Bay port complex to enhance the safety and efficiency
- [Talking SoCal Infrastructure, Innovation, Education and Housing with former OCBC President  Lucy Dunn](https://rebuildsocal.org/2022/01/talking-socal-infrastructure-innovation-education-and-housing-with-former-ocbc-president-lucy-dunn/) - New Podcast Episode Explores Dunn’s Accomplishments, Career and What’s NextIn this new episode of The Rebuild SoCal Zone podcast, Rebuild SoCal Partnership’s Carol Church sits down with Lucy Dunn, former CEO and President of Orange County Business Council (OCBC), to discuss her major accomplishments, the difficult decision to retire, and what\’s next in her career.After
- [Metro’s Purple (D) Line: ‘Single Most Important Investment’](https://rebuildsocal.org/2021/10/metros-purple-d-line-single-most-important-investment/) - Reshaping L.A. With Highly-Anticipated Light Rail Line The Metro’s Purple (D) Line will “revolutionize how Angelenos move around their city,” says Metro board member Los Angeles City Councilman Mike Bonin. He calls the Purple Line extension “the single most important investment we are making to untangle the Westside’s notorious gridlock and give people real alternatives to
- [Getting Around: Freeways of Los Angeles](https://rebuildsocal.org/2021/10/getting-around-freeways-of-los-angeles/) - Iconic Infrastructure of SoCalDionne Warwick sang that “L.A. is a great big freeway” and in many ways it’s not hyperbole. Within Los Angeles County, there are approximately 650 miles of freeway and most go through the city. When you consider that the City of L.A. is only 503 square miles, that’s a lot of roadway
- [What’s on Tap? California’s Poor Water Rating](https://rebuildsocal.org/2021/09/whats-on-tap-californias-poor-water-rating/) - State’s Water Infrastructure Needs Attention, Funding“Today there is a heightened awareness of the importance of our physical infrastructure to the economic health of the nation and the well-being of its citizens, not to mention our national pride,” acclaimed historian Henry Petroski began his 2016 book, “The Road Taken: The History and Future of America’s Infrastructure.” Over
- [Providing Much Needed Help for the City of Needles](https://rebuildsocal.org/2021/09/providing-much-needed-help-for-the-city-of-needles/) - We are pleased to report that the City of Needles has received funding from the State Water Resources Control Board. After months of outreach, advocacy, tireless communications, and political engagement we were successful in helping Needles get the funding to prevent its only operating well from imminent failure. This triumph was reported on recently by the
- [Finding Solutions for Los Angeles’ Digital Divide](https://rebuildsocal.org/2021/09/finding-solutions-for-los-angeles-digital-divide/) - Addressing the Growing Need for TechnologyLong before COVID-19 required Los Angelenos to go online for school and work, the city was already facing a huge gap between those who have access to computers and the internet, and those who do not. This digital divide was exacerbated by the pandemic, putting many people at a disadvantage
- [Construction Industry at Risk: Big Concerns, Big Hit to Bottom Line](https://rebuildsocal.org/2021/10/construction-industry-at-risk-big-concerns-big-hit-to-bottom-line/) - Impact of the Construction General Permit Renewal on Contractors and Public AgenciesThe California Water Resources Control Board is renewing the Construction General Permit for stormwater runoff. During this podcast episode of The Rebuild SoCal Zone podcast, host Marci Stanage discusses the draft of the permit renewal release and its potential impact on building and land
- [Port of LA to Operate 24/7 to Ease Cargo Congestion, Spur Economy](https://rebuildsocal.org/2021/10/port-of-la-to-operate-24-7-to-ease-cargo-congestion-spur-economy/) - The Port of Los Angeles is beginning around-the-clock operations as part of an effort to move stranded container ships and relieve the supply chain bottlenecks that are driving up U.S. prices and slowing the country’s economic recovery from the pandemic.Under the plan, brokered by the White House, the Port of Los Angeles (POLA) will nearly
- [Letters to the Editor: More than 1 million Californians need better access to clean water. Cadiz can help](https://rebuildsocal.org/2021/12/letters-to-the-editor-more-than-1-million-californians-need-better-access-to-clean-water-cadiz-can-help/) - To the editor: I write with great concern in response to the Dec. 6 column authored by Michael Hiltzik.Hiltzik argues that drought-stricken Californians should oppose a common-sense plan to convey water through a retired natural gas pipeline already in the ground. The Cadiz pipeline crosses multiple water systems and can move water to and from a variety
- [While California struggles with drought, Biden Administration makes request to slow down a clean water pipeline project for disadvantaged California communities](https://rebuildsocal.org/2021/12/while-california-struggles-with-drought-biden-administration-makes-request-to-slow-down-a-clean-water-pipeline-project-for-disadvantaged-california-communities/) - For Immediate ReleaseDecember 4, 2021One day after the California State Water Project announced it would deliver no water to desperate California communities, political appointees in President Biden’s Department of the Interior asked a federal judge to undo existing permits for a retired natural gas pipeline that could be converted to water conveyance and bring much-needed
- [New Report Card: California Failing in Affordable Housing](https://rebuildsocal.org/2021/12/new-report-card-california-failing-in-affordable-housing/) - Only 16% of Housing Permitted in 2020 Was AffordableThe Golden State isn’t golden for many as a new report card shows not nearly enough affordable housing was built and California cities and counties didn’t permit enough in 2020 to keep pace with demand.With the pandemic shining a light on the greater need for affordable housing,
- [LA Metro Begins Nearly $30M Transit Improvement Project](https://rebuildsocal.org/2021/11/la-metro-begins-nearly-30m-transit-improvement-project/) - The Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (Metro) has begun construction on its Eastside Access Improvement Project in downtown Los Angeles. The $29.7 million project will build key pedestrian safety and bicycle access features to enhance connectivity between Metro’s Regional Connector Transit Project and Los Angeles Union Station – the largest railroad passenger terminal in
- [Women in Construction: Building America from the Ground Up](https://rebuildsocal.org/2021/11/women-in-construction-building-america-from-the-ground-up/) - Local 12 Operating Engineer Apprentice Angelina Valdez-Belete Shares her ExperienceAs part of the ongoing series focusing on Women in Construction, in this episode of The Rebuild SoCal Zone podcast, host Carol Church talks candidly with Angelina Valdez-Belete about her apprenticeship in Operating Engineers Training Trust – Local 12.“When you’re out there you’re not just representing
- [Reimagining the Future of San Diego Transportation with SANDAG](https://rebuildsocal.org/2021/12/reimagining-the-future-of-san-diego-transportation-with-sandag/) - SANDAG Officials Look Forward, Explain Approach In this new episode of The Rebuild SoCal Zone podcast, Rebuild SoCal Partnership’s Jon Switalski discusses San Diego’s Regional Transportation Plan with San Diego Association of Governments (SANDAG) officials: Hasan Ikhrata, Chief Executive Officer, Coleen Clementson, Director of Regional Planning, and Ray Major, Chief Data Analytics Officer and Chief Economist.San
- [Grateful for Infrastructure this Thanksgiving](https://rebuildsocal.org/2021/11/grateful-for-infrastructure-this-thanksgiving/) - Water, Roads, Airports, Ports Impacted by HolidayWhen gathering around the table with friends and family on Thanksgiving, it is customary to be grateful for many things. However, infrastructure likely never comes into the conversation. Perhaps this year it should. Infrastructure is something we all take for granted until it’s not working properly. Take a moment
- [CA Infrastructure to Benefit from $700M SB 1 Investment](https://rebuildsocal.org/2021/11/ca-infrastructure-to-benefit-from-700m-sb-1-investment/) - The California Transportation Commission (CTC) has allocated more than $2.1 billion for projects to repair and improve transportation infrastructure throughout the state. Once again, the CTC investments are heavily supported by funding from Senate Bill (SB 1), and the Road Repair and Accountability Act of 2017. SB1 accounts for $696 million – nearly one-third of
- [Infrastructure Bill Set to Bring Well-Paying Construction Jobs & Economic Mobility to CA](https://rebuildsocal.org/2021/12/infrastructure-bill-set-to-bring-well-paying-construction-jobs-economic-mobility-to-ca/) - California could see hundreds of thousands of highway and transit-related jobs over the next five years due to the new Infrastructure Investments and Jobs Act signed by President Biden last month. Importantly, some of the new jobs could promote much-needed economic mobility for California’s workers.California is slated to get $25 billion for highways, $4.2 billion
- [Getting Around: SoCal Airports](https://rebuildsocal.org/2021/11/getting-around-socal-airports/) - Infrastructure Supports Travelers, California EconomySouthern California is one of the busiest airport systems in the world. Air travelers have flown in and out of the region since the Grand Central Airport in Glendale opened in 1928 as the first paved runway west of the Rocky Mountains. Today, more than 150 million passengers and billions of
- [California Infrastructure Investment: How it Creates Jobs](https://rebuildsocal.org/2022/01/california-infrastructure-investment-how-it-creates-jobs/) - Employment, Economic Opportunities California currently has the second-worst unemployment rate in the nation, tied with New Mexico and New York at 7.6%. Federal infrastructure investment can help accelerate employment, boost the economy, and improve the lives of Californians.The bipartisan Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) addresses our most pressing infrastructure challenges and is a job creator.
- [Inflation, Supply Chain and the Economic Future with Dr. Chris Thornberg](https://rebuildsocal.org/2022/01/inflation-supply-chain-and-the-economic-future-with-dr-chris-thornberg/) - New Podcast Episode Explores ‘Time of Phenomenal Uncertainty’In this new episode of The Rebuild SoCal Zone, Dr. Chris Thornberg, founder of Beacon Economics, returns to the podcast this year to discuss important issues about the economy with host Jon Switalski.Thornberg says this is a “time of phenomenal uncertainty” and offers his insight on when it
- [Talking Housing Crisis, High-Speed Rail, Ports & Drought with Assembly Speaker Anthony Rendon](https://rebuildsocal.org/2021/11/talking-housing-crisis-high-speed-rail-ports-drought-with-assembly-speaker-anthony-rendon/) - Legislators Impact Infrastructure IssuesInvestment in infrastructure helps ensure that California’s economy remains vibrant and able to compete globally. In this episode of The Rebuild SoCal Zone podcast, Rebuild SoCal Partnership Executive Director Jon Switalski talks one-on-one with Assembly Speaker Anthony Rendon (D-Lakewood) about a variety of infrastructure issues.As officials on all levels work to alleviate
- [What’s Changed at LAX: Automated People Mover (APM)](https://rebuildsocal.org/2021/12/whats-changed-at-lax-automated-people-mover-apm/) - Easy, Efficient Connections to TerminalsGetting around Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) after 2023 will be much different (and much more efficient) than it is today. The Automated People Mover (APM), a major component of the multi-billion dollar modernization program, will play a key role in connecting passengers to terminals. It also aims to deliver a
- [Rebuild SoCal Partnership is Awarded a Gold Davey Award for  their SB1 Video Docuseries](https://rebuildsocal.org/2021/11/rebuild-socal-partnership-is-awarded-a-gold-davey-award-for-their-sb1-video-docuseries/) - Anaheim, CALIF. – November 10, 2021, Rebuild SoCal Partnership (RSCP) is the proud recipient of a prestigious gold Davey Award for 2021. This year marks the 17th year that the awards have been in existence.The Davey Awards are selected by the Academy of Interactive and Visual Arts (AIVA). Entries are judged to evaluate distinction in creative
- [BizFed responds to LATimes column attacking Cadiz Water Project](https://rebuildsocal.org/2021/12/bizfed-responds-to-latimes-column-attacking-cadiz-water-project/) - Business columnist Michael Hiltzik slams water use and supply company Cadiz, Inc. for “exploiting” the California drought to push a project he seems determined to cast in a negative light. He characterizes the Cadiz Water Project as a “scheme” and points to desperation as the driving force behind “ill-conceived solutions to water scarcity.” Hiltzik alleges
- [Curing California's 2021 Water Crisis?](https://rebuildsocal.org/2021/11/curing-californias-2021-water-crisis/) - Possible Solutions for Getting Through DroughtIf you spend any amount of time on social media, you’ll find that just about everyone has something to say about California’s 2021 water crisis. Many people declare that the state has certainly seen horrible drought in the past in the same way it has seen huge rainfall totals. History shows
- [The Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act will Deliver for California](https://rebuildsocal.org/2021/11/the-infrastructure-investment-and-jobs-act-will-deliver-for-california/) - President Biden and Vice President Harris support the Senate’s passage of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, the largest long-term investment in our infrastructure and competitiveness in nearly a century. The need for action in California is clear and recently released state-level data demonstrates that the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act will deliver for California.For
- [What’s Changed at LAX: Ride-Hailing Services](https://rebuildsocal.org/2021/11/whats-changed-at-lax-ride-hailing-services/) - Where to Grab Taxis, Uber, LyftThis is the first in an on-going series about the Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) Landside Access Modernization Program (LAMP).Major infrastructure projects are transforming Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). With a goal to improve travel experiences, the Landside Access Modernization Program (LAMP), is a multi-billion dollar modernization program comprised of
- [Thirsty California Needs Cadiz Water](https://rebuildsocal.org/2021/12/thirsty-california-needs-cadiz-water/) - CommentaryThis is a thirsty state. Having recently survived the severe 2011-17 drought, California now is in the second year of a new drought that began in 2020. We need every drop we can get, from whatever source.Yet efforts continue to prevent tapping a new source I have been writing about for a decade: the Cadiz Water Conservation, Recovery, and
- [Move LA’s Advocacy for All Things Infrastructure](https://rebuildsocal.org/2021/12/move-las-advocacy-for-all-things-infrastructure/) - New Podcast Episode: Talking Transit, Affordable Housing, Olympics 2028In this new episode of The Rebuild SoCal Zone podcast, Rebuild SoCal Partnership’s Jon Switalski talks to Executive Director Denny Zane and Director of Development and Programming Eli Lipmen at Move LA.For years, Move LA has championed efforts to build a broad constituency and advocate for the
- [New “megastorm” predictions highlight the need for infrastructure investment in California](https://rebuildsocal.org/2022/08/new-megastorm-predictions-highlight-the-need-for-infrastructure-investment-in-california/) - According to recently published research from UCLA, California faces dramatic ​​increases in “megastorm” risk due to global warming.In an interview with the UC Riverside News, Kurt Schwabe, associate Dean of the School of Public Policy and professor of environmental economics at UC Riverside, says the report provides “further justification for significant and continued investments in
- [Understanding Solar Pumping](https://rebuildsocal.org/2022/01/understanding-solar-pumping/) - Cleaner Way to Access WaterSouthern California’s homes, businesses, and farms get water from several sources, including the Colorado River, recycling, desalination plants, and groundwater.Water that comes from ground wells has to get to the surface somehow. In many cases, the pumps are driven by diesel or electricity. Some farms in SoCal began to shift to
- [Why the Internet is Important for Students](https://rebuildsocal.org/2022/01/why-the-internet-is-important-for-students/) - Lessons Learned from the PandemicAccess to the internet is essential for the modern student. Long before the pandemic, having internet access was important to learning, but online access became critical during the COVID-19 lockdown. Moving forward, a reliable internet connection will remain an essential component for education and student success inside and outside of the
- [Getting Around: Using L.A. Metro](https://rebuildsocal.org/2022/01/getting-around-using-l-a-metro/) - Guide to Los Angeles Public TransportationThe Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (L.A. Metro) is one of the largest public transit systems in the country, with a 1,433 square mile operating area and 105 miles of urban rail service. Expanding light rail lines and a shift toward all-electric bus fleets offer more climate-friendly options for
- [What is Broadband and Why is it Important?](https://rebuildsocal.org/2022/01/what-is-broadband-and-why-is-it-important/) - Getting and Keeping California ConnectedMost people hear the word “broadband” and know it has something to do with the internet, but that’s where their knowledge ends.Technically speaking, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) defines broadband as a way to provide high speed internet access via multiple types of technologies including fiber optics, wireless, cable, digital subscriber
- [Focus on Women in Construction:  Renée Gadberry](https://rebuildsocal.org/2022/01/focus-on-women-in-construction-renee-gadberry/) - Training Future Operating EngineersAs part of The Rebuild SoCal Partnership’s on-going series focusing on Women in Construction, we talked to Renée Gadberry, Curriculum Inspector Instructor and Female Outreach for Operating Engineers Training Trust (OETT) Local 12. In her role, she develops curriculum, teaches classes, and trains future operating engineers to go out and work on
- [Internet Access: ‘As Essential as Water and Electricity’](https://rebuildsocal.org/2022/02/internet-access-as-essential-as-water-and-electricity/) - Essential Infrastructure for the Modern WorkerThere is no doubt that COVID-19 has transformed several aspects of the American workplace, and many employees have shifted to working remotely. But long before the pandemic hit, internet use was growing for work. For example, a 2013 Pew Research survey showed 94% of jobholders relied on the internet for
- [CA, AZ Agencies Invest in Large-Scale SoCal Water Project](https://rebuildsocal.org/2021/10/ca-az-agencies-invest-in-large-scale-socal-water-project/) - Water agencies in Southern California and Arizona have formalized a new agreement to advance the development of one of the largest water recycling plants in the country that could produce up to 150 million gallons daily, enough to serve more than 500,000 homes in the SoCal region.Metropolitan Water District of Southern California is making a
- [New Economy-Wide Decarbonization Analysis Details Key Role of Clean Fuels Network in Achieving California’s 2045 Climate Goals](https://rebuildsocal.org/2021/10/new-economy-wide-decarbonization-analysis-details-key-role-of-clean-fuels-network-in-achieving-californias-2045-climate-goals/) - Building on previous state and industry studies, new research evaluates potential pathways to reach 100% carbon neutrality in California by 2045Analysis demonstrates how a clean fuels network supports decarbonization and electrificationFindings outline the role existing natural gas infrastructure can play in advancing clean fuels adoption and achieving the most cost-effective, resilient, and lowest risk pathway
- [Hey, Los Angeles: There’s a Drought Here, Too](https://rebuildsocal.org/2021/10/hey-los-angeles-theres-a-drought-here-too/) - Water Usage in Los AngelesBack in July, Gov. Gavin Newsom called on all Californians to voluntarily reduce their water usage by 15%. In Los Angeles, the usage actually increased by 1%. In fact, the State Water Resources Control Board surveyed 376 cities and water districts to find only 26, or 7%, met or exceeded the
- [Setting the Stage for the LA28 Olympic and Paralympic Games](https://rebuildsocal.org/2022/04/setting_the_stage_la28_olympics/) - Talking Planning and Sustainability for the LA28 Olympic and Paralympic GamesIn this episode of The Rebuild SoCal Zone podcast, host Jon Switalski sat down with Michelle Schwartz, Chief External Affairs Officer for LA28 to discuss the upcoming 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games. We talk about where LA28 is in the planning process, the sustainability factor,
- [Preparing for the 2028 Olympics](https://rebuildsocal.org/2022/04/preparing-for-the-2028-olympics/) - Los Angeles County is investing billions of dollars in transportation infrastructure, expanding subway, light rail, rapid bus transit, and express lane projects to provide better mobility and connectivity to the entire region. The 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games provide an important opportunity to accelerate critical transit projects that will have lasting benefits for LA. Some are
- [Women in Construction: Amber Wood Talks Balancing Work, Family, and the Importance of Sisterhood](https://rebuildsocal.org/2022/04/women-in-construction-amber-wood-talks-balancing-work-family-and-the-importance-of-sisterhood/) - New Podcast Episode: Local 12 Operating Engineer Amber Wood Shares her ExperienceAs part of the ongoing series focusing on Women in Construction, in this episode of The Rebuild SoCal Zone podcast, host Jon Switalski talks candidly with Amber Wood, Heavy Equipment Operator for the International Union of Operating Engineers Local 12. “When I first started [20
- [Reflect on National Day Without Water](https://rebuildsocal.org/2021/10/reflect-on-national-day-without-water/) - October 21 Campaign Urges Citizens to Imagine ImpactBack in December 2019, most Americans couldn’t imagine that anything as horrible as COVID-19 happening here in these modern times. The same naivety applies to the concept of losing access to water. This is why organizers of the 6th Annual Imagine a Day Without Water have developed a
- [Where does Southern California’s tap water come from?](https://rebuildsocal.org/2022/04/southern-ca-tap-water/) - As Southern California’s water supply faces long-term threats brought on by climate change, it may be a good time to review: Where does the water we use in our homes come from? And how do we ensure its reliability as drought conditions worsen?Water travels a great distance to get to our faucets.About 25 percent of
- [CA Must Improve Traffic Capacity on Fire Evacuation Routes](https://rebuildsocal.org/2021/10/ca-must-improve-traffic-capacity-on-fire-evacuation-routes/) - Many of California’s most destructive and deadly wildfires have occurred in just the past five years. Those blazes were virtually impossible to control, causing experts to caution that California must improve its wildfire evacuation plans and routes.“One of the enormous gaps, in my judgment, is evacuation,” said Louise Comfort of the Center for Disaster Management
- [The State of The California High-Speed Rail Project](https://rebuildsocal.org/2022/05/ca-high-speed-rail-project/) - Is it possible to get from Los Angeles to San Francisco in less than 3 hours? In the newest episode of The Rebuild SoCal Zone podcast, host Jon Switalski sat down with Brian Kelly, Chief Executive Officer for California High-Speed Rail Authority to discuss the ins and outs of the project. Kelly talks about the mobility, economic,
- [Rebuild SoCal Partnership takes home 10 W3 Awards](https://rebuildsocal.org/2021/10/rebuild-socal-partnership-takes-home-10-w3-awards/) - Anaheim, CALIF. – October 7, 2021, Rebuild SoCal Partnership (RSCP) has been awarded an astounding 10 w3 Awards.This is the 16th year these prestigious awards have been awarded by the Academy of Interactive and Visual Arts. “What makes the w3 Awards so significant is that that this was awarded by some of the top marketing and
- [California Water Shortage: How it Impacts Los Angeles](https://rebuildsocal.org/2021/10/california-water-shortage-how-it-impacts-los-angeles/) - Much More Than Brown LawnsLos Angeles residents, like other Californians across the state, are quickly learning that even though we’ve all endured dry spells more than once, this drought is different from past droughts. The longer we go without rain, the bigger the impact on us all. Tending to water infrastructure and diversifying water resources
- [As demand for clean water continues to rise, we must invest in creative solutions](https://rebuildsocal.org/2022/03/clean_water_demands_creative_solutions/) - This week, we celebrated World Water Day, by highlighting Pure Water San Diego, a plant dedicated to providing clean water to our communities. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TBMocM3yn1o What is World Water Day?World Water Day, held on 22 March every year since 1993, raises awareness of the 2 billion people living without access to safe water. The theme of World Water
- [Repairing California’s Failing Bridges Can’t Wait](https://rebuildsocal.org/2022/06/repairing-californias-failing-bridges-cant-wait/) - We can all agree that hundreds of millions of people crossing falling bridges in earthquake-prone California is not safe. Yet today, California is home to nearly 2,000 structurally deficient bridges. Five of the top ten most traveled structurally deficient bridges in the country are in Southern California, with a combined average daily travel of 1.25 million
- [Rebuild SoCal Partnership Launches Fix Every Bridge Campaign.](https://rebuildsocal.org/2022/05/rebuild-socal-partnership-launches-fix-every-bridge-campaign/) - Rebuild SoCal Partnership is launching a new effort to Fix Every Bridge in Southern California. California is home to nearly 2,000 structurally deficient bridges. These bridges play a vital role in our communities. They connect people to jobs, schools, and family members; they ensure access to hospitals, fire trucks, and other emergency vehicles; they also play
- [$87M in Government Funding Awarded to CA Urban Flood Mitigation](https://rebuildsocal.org/2021/10/87m-in-government-funding-awarded-to-ca-urban-flood-mitigation/) - More than $87 million in grant funding has been awarded to a diverse set of projects that will guard against urban flooding and deliver multiple environmental and community benefits throughout California.The California Natural Resources Agency awarded a total of $87.6 million to 26 projects that employ a mix of traditional and green infrastructure solutions to
- [Needles Water Emergency May Benefit Other SoCal Cities](https://rebuildsocal.org/2021/10/needles-water-emergency-may-benefit-other-socal-cities/) - New Podcast Episode Explores What Happened, Lessons LearnedDuring this podcast episode, The Rebuild SoCal Partnership learns that what happened with the City of Needles water emergency may serve as a benefit for other disadvantaged communities who find themselves in a similar situation.Click play >>HERE
- [California's Water Crisis: Discussing the Megadrought with Karla Nemeth](https://rebuildsocal.org/2022/06/discussing-the-megadrought-with-karla-nemeth/) - “We are not going to conserve our way out of this drought.”In this episode, host Jon Switalski spoke with the Director of the California Department of Water Resources, Karla Nemeth. We discuss how California found itself in the midst of one of the longest and worst droughts in the last 1200 years. Nemeth also speaks
- [New Multimillion-Dollar Refinance to Significantly Reduce I-405 Improvement Costs](https://rebuildsocal.org/2021/09/new-multimillion-dollar-refinance-to-significantly-reduce-i-405-improvement-costs/) - The US Department of Transportation (US DOT) has awarded $629 million in new funding to the Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA) for its critical I-405 Improvement Project. The project aims to improve traffic flow on one of the most congested freeways in the country and is expected to generate 26,000 jobs. The new funding will
- [Investing in bridges results in lasting economic impacts](https://rebuildsocal.org/2022/06/investing-in-bridges-results-in-lasting-economic-impacts/) - Bridges play a vital role in our communities and the economy. In California, close to 673,254,000 million cars drive over bridges every day. Bridges connect people to jobs, schools, and family members. They ensure access for emergency vehicles and they help to facilitate efficient and reliable goods movement. Bridge-building projects create good-paying construction jobs, and wages earned
- [Infrastructure Plan Could Create 800K Jobs, Skilled Workers Needed](https://rebuildsocal.org/2021/09/infrastructure-plan-could-create-800k-jobs-skilled-workers-needed/) - New analysis from S&P Global estimates that the Senate-approved bipartisan plan to rebuild U.S. infrastructure will create close to 1 million new jobs over the next decade. The report estimates that by 2030, the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act would boost employment by over 880,000, adding many middle-class jobs in construction, engineering, transportation and energy.According
- [As New Research Shows Greater Need to Fix Roads, SB 1 Continues to Invest in CA](https://rebuildsocal.org/2021/09/as-new-research-shows-greater-need-to-fix-roads-sb-1-continues-to-invest-in-ca/) - New research published by the National Bureau of Economic Research finds that the wear and tear on our highway system has greater costs than were previously understood, implying a need for more transportation infrastructure investment, especially for road maintenance.“The rougher the roads are, there are substantial costs in terms of higher vehicle operating costs, longer
- [New Podcast: Needles Officials Discuss Water Crisis](https://rebuildsocal.org/2021/09/new-podcast-needles-officials-discuss-water-crisis/) - Rebuild SoCal Partnership Plays Role in ProgressThe City of Needles became front-page news of the Los Angeles Times when their lone pump was at risk of running dry. In the newest episode of The Rebuild SoCal Zone podcast, Marci Stanage, Rebuild SoCal Partnership’s (RSCP) director for water and environmental relations, talks to Needles City Manager
- [Progress Made in Repairing Del Mar Bluffs](https://rebuildsocal.org/2021/09/progress-made-in-repairing-del-mar-bluffs/) - SANDAG Stabilization Project Along Rail CorridorSan Diego Association of Governments (SANDAG) construction crews have reached another milestone by successfully grading the Del Mar bluffs and constructing a foundation that will strengthen the bluffs and rebuild the slope from the ground up.“Stabilizing the Del Mar Bluffs is crucial to ensuring safe and reliable rail operations and
- [New Podcast Episode: Women in the Construction Industry](https://rebuildsocal.org/2021/09/new-podcast-episode-women-in-the-construction-industry/) - Journeywoman Julia Padilla Discusses Opportunities, GrowthWomen now comprise more than 10% of the workforce in construction and the future looks promising as the industry is expected to see 12% employment growth by 2026. On the newest episode of The Rebuild SoCal Zone podcast, host Carol Church begins the first in a series focusing on Women
- [Decongesting Corridors in Orange County](https://rebuildsocal.org/2021/09/decongesting-corridors-in-orange-county/) - I-405 and SR-57 ProjectsIt took more than a decade of planning for the ambitious widening of the I-405 freeway and the SR-57 and Lambert Road interchange improvement projects in Orange County. As they are both nearing completion, it’s a step closer to what Darrell Johnson, CEO of the Orange County Transportation Authority, said on groundbreaking
- [Caltrans Releases 2021 Strategic Plan for Interregional Transportation](https://rebuildsocal.org/2021/08/caltrans-releases-2021-strategic-plan-for-interregional-transportation/) - The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) has released its latest draft plan for highway and rail improvements that will more safely, efficiently and sustainably move people and goods between different regions in the state. The Interregional Transportation Strategic Plan (ITSP), which is updated every five years, guides Caltrans and its partner agencies in developing innovative and
- [California's Drought Problem Explained](https://rebuildsocal.org/2021/08/californias-drought-problem-explained/) - Where We Are, What to DoCalifornia has a long history of drought and data shows the 2011-2017 drought was indeed “exceptional.” While some experts say we became aware of lessons from that drought, they also remind us that every drought is different. Now scientists are saying our current situation could potentially be “the worst drought
- [Los Angeles Traffic is the Worst (But it Doesn't Have to Be)](https://rebuildsocal.org/2021/08/los-angeles-traffic-is-the-worst-but-it-doesnt-have-to-be/) - What Commuters Can Do to Make it BetterAsk just about anyone and they will tell you: Los Angeles is known for Tinseltown and traffic. Lots of traffic. Since 1982, the city held the title for the worst traffic in the country, but now the New York-Newark region is No. 1 according to a 2021 report
- [CA Drought Impacting Power Infrastructure as well as Water Supply](https://rebuildsocal.org/2021/08/ca-drought-impacting-power-infrastructure-as-well-as-water-supply/) - California state water officials have been forced to shut down a major hydroelectric power plant at Lake Oroville as the state’s drought has caused water levels at the reservoir to fall near the minimum necessary to generate power.It’s the first time the state has shut down the Edward Hyatt Power Plant due to depleted water
- [New Podcast Episode: McCarthy Construction Projects in SoCal](https://rebuildsocal.org/2021/08/new-podcast-episode-mccarthy-construction-projects-in-socal/) - Talking Topgolf and CSULB’s First Living Building ChallengeMcCarthy Construction has one goal: to be the best builder in America. The company started in 1864 when Irish immigrant Timothy McCarthy began building barns and farmhouses in Michigan. Today, McCarthy Construction is a multi-award-winning top commercial builder with numerous projects across the country, including right here in
- [Ports Infrastructure Needs Investment – Logjams and Disruptions Continue](https://rebuildsocal.org/2021/08/ports-infrastructure-needs-investment-logjams-and-disruptions-continue/) - Ports often contend with unexpected delays, but the pandemic has brought the biggest disruption since the start of container shipping 65 years ago.“The Covid-19 pandemic has highlighted that ports are in desperate need of investment,” said John Manners-Bell, chief executive at consultancy Transport Intelligence. “The entire port infrastructure system has been overwhelmed for the past
- [As Commuters Return, New Report Ranks LA City Roads Amongst the Nation’s Worst](https://rebuildsocal.org/2021/08/as-commuters-return-new-report-ranks-la-city-roads-amongst-the-nations-worst/) - A new study from the U.S. Chamber of Commerce has ranked Los Angeles city roads amongst the worst in the country.As companies prepare their workers to return to offices across the country, business leaders are making the direct connection between reliable roadways and COVID recovery – and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce wanted to find
- [Cause for Concern: California's Roads, Bridges](https://rebuildsocal.org/2021/08/cause-for-concern-californias-roads-bridges/) - Take Action, Raise Your VoiceIt doesn’t take a report from the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE), TRIP, or the White House to inform the average citizen that the state of California’s roads and bridges aren’t in great shape. Take a drive to work, school, or down the street to your local store. There are
- [New Report: Federal, State and Local Transportation Infrastructure Spending Creates $200 Billion in Economic Benefits and Supports 700,000 Jobs in California Every Year](https://rebuildsocal.org/2021/08/new-report-federal-state-and-local-transportation-infrastructure-spending-creates-200-billion-in-economic-benefits-and-supports-700000-jobs-in-california-every-year/) - New, Searchable Database Shows the Economic Benefits of Government Infrastructure Funding for Every California CountySacramento, CA – A first-of-its-kind report released today finds that upcoming spending on federal, state and local infrastructure will generate nearly $200 billion in economic activity in California annually over the next decade and will support 700,000 jobs per year.According to
- [Investment in California Water Infrastructure is More Important Than Ever](https://rebuildsocal.org/2022/03/invest_ca_water/) - California recorded its driest January and February in more than 100 years, and state officials are warning of severe drought conditions, diminishing water supplies, and the increased threat of wildfires. At the same time, the state’s aging water infrastructure and management systems were not designed to meet the current era’s demand and climate challenges. Decades of
- [California receives more than $119 million in transportation grants](https://rebuildsocal.org/2022/08/california-receives-more-than-119-million-in-transportation-grants/) - Last week, Senators Dianne Feinstein and Alex Padilla (both D-Calif.) announced that eight local governments, transit agencies, and tribes in California will receive more than $119 million in grants from the Department of Transportation (DOT). This funding comes from the Rebuilding American Infrastructure with Sustainability and Equity (RAISE) discretionary grant program, which helps communities modernize
- [Rebuild SoCal Celebrates Women in Construction](https://rebuildsocal.org/2022/03/celebrating-women-in-construction-2022/) - This year, we celebrate the 24th annual Women in Construction week, March 6 – 12, 2022. Women in Construction Week was created to amplify the success of women in the construction industry and call attention to the diverse, high-quality job opportunities available to women in construction.“Construction is a great place for women to develop a
- [New investments in the clean energy economy will create thousands of quality jobs for California workers.](https://rebuildsocal.org/2022/02/more-ca-jobs/) - Last week, President Joe Biden joined Governor Gavin Newsom at a virtual roundtable to discuss new investments to support the domestic production of minerals that are essential to the tech industry and green energy production. In addition to creating thousands of good-paying jobs for California workers, these new investments will help secure the nation’s clean
- [California’s Water Crisis: Discussing Solutions with Deven Upadhyay of Metropolitan Water District](https://rebuildsocal.org/2022/06/discussing-solutions-with-deven-upadhyay/) - In the second part of our mini-series focused on California’s water crisis, we spoke with Deven Upadhyay, the Chief Operating Officer and Assistant General Manager at the Metropolitan Water District. Host Marci Stanage talks with Mr. Upadhyay about water reuse, the many benefits of recycled water, and conservation efforts. Upadhyay says “Recycled water is not only
- [Infrastructure Spending and Job Growth Are High Priority for Americans](https://rebuildsocal.org/2021/07/infrastructure-spending-and-job-growth-are-high-priority-for-americans/) - The Rebuild SoCal Partnership (RSCP) has long advocated for increased infrastructure funding at the local, state and federal levels. A new poll finds that the majority of Americans, from both parties, agree with RSCP that we need more funding for the critical infrastructure systems that keep us moving and supply us with clean drinking water.
- [State Budget Includes Funding for Water Infrastructure](https://rebuildsocal.org/2021/07/state-budget-includes-funding-for-water-infrastructure/) - Drought Response and Water Resilience AddressedMoney from Gov. Gavin Newsom’s State budget will help provide funding for water infrastructure projects in Southern California and throughout the state. It comes at a time when many communities are working to ensure a reliable supply of clean water during a drought.Where funding will goAs the governor noted in
- [Rebuild SoCal Partnership congratulates the City of Los Angeles on the opening of the Sixth Street Viaduct](https://rebuildsocal.org/2022/07/opening-of-the-sixth-street-viaduct/) - As Los Angeles celebrates the opening of the new Sixth Street Viaduct, Rebuild SoCal Partnership congratulates the city leadership, construction firms, and thousands of union workers who helped to complete the project. The organization also calls attention to the nearly 1,500 bridges in California that need repair. “The Sixth Street Viaduct represents a historic investment in
- [Metrolink’s Arrow Train Begins Service from Redlands to San Bernardino](https://rebuildsocal.org/2022/11/metrolinks-arrow-train-begins-service-from-redlands-to-san-bernardino/) - This month, Metrolink celebrated the launch of its new Arrow passenger rail service from Redlands to San Bernardino. Planned and constructed by the San Bernardino County Transportation Authority (SBCTA), the line will feature new tracks, enhanced street crossings, and quiet zones. Arrow will also use new Diesel Multiple Unit (DMU) trains, providing a more peaceful
- [$300 million secured for a plan to move train tracks off crumbling Del Mar bluffs](https://rebuildsocal.org/2022/07/300-million-secured-for-a-plan-to-move-train-tracks-off-crumbling-del-mar-bluffs/) - The Los Angeles-San Diego (LOSSAN) rail corridor is the second-busiest intercity rail corridor in the United States, serving 7.6 million passengers and moving $1 billion in goods and services each year.Yet in some places, the line consists of a single track on century-old wooden bridges or on crumbling coastal bluffs. A San Diego Association of
- [California is missing an entire year of rainfall since mid-2019](https://rebuildsocal.org/2022/07/california-is-missing-an-entire-year-of-rainfall-since-mid-2019/) - California is facing its third year of drought, mainly driven by a shortage of rainfall. “In most places, we are missing an entire year of rain over the past three years,” Jan Null, a meteorologist with Golden Gate Weather Services in Half Moon Bay, told the Mercury News. “It’s like if you worked three years but
- [The future of Los Angeles depends on a reliable supply of safe, clean drinking water](https://rebuildsocal.org/2022/10/the-future-of-los-angeles-depends-on-a-reliable-supply-of-safe-clean-drinking-water/) - Droughts are getting worse and more constant. Los Angeles County can’t simply conserve its way out of this problem by using and consuming less water at home.Local leaders must invest in sustainable water solutions to increase drinking water supplies. We should use science and technology to capture more rainwater, clean and recycled rainwater, and water
- [Drought: How one Orange County water district drilled down to become self-sustaining](https://rebuildsocal.org/2022/08/drought-how-one-orange-county-water-district-drilled-down-to-become-self-sustaining/) - As climate change, drought, and growing demand dramatically reduce water supplies, municipalities are looking to various local alternatives to meet future water demands while reducing dependence on imported water.Mesa Water, located in the City of Costa Mesa, is one of the few water agencies in the state to get 100% of its supply from local
- [City of Coalinga Paid $1.1 Million to Keep Water Running Amid Historic Drought](https://rebuildsocal.org/2022/11/city-of-coalinga-paid-1-1-million-to-keep-water-running-amid-historic-drought/) - With the city on track to run out of water in the next few weeks, Coalinga officials spend over $1 million to supply the community through the winter months.Coalinga usually gets its water from the San Luis Reservoir, about 90 miles northwest of the city. But as California faces historic drought conditions, reservoir levels were
- [Our Conversation with Dr. Ray Wolfe, Executive Director of the San Bernardino County Transportation Authority (SBCTA)](https://rebuildsocal.org/2022/11/our-conversation-with-dr-ray-wolfe-executive-director-of-the-san-bernardino-county-transportation-authority/) - In the latest episode of the Rebuild SoCal Zone Podcast, host Jon Switalski speaks with Dr. Ray Wolfe, Executive Director of the San Bernardino County Transportation Authority (SBCTA). SBCTA is responsible for cooperative regional transportation planning and furthering an efficient multi-modal system for San Bernardino County.Dr. Wolfe speaks about balancing the needs of residents and
- [Our Conversation with Councilwoman Lindsey Horvath](https://rebuildsocal.org/2022/10/our-conversation-with-councilwoman-lindsey-horvath/) - “It’s not enough that we are collecting money on Measure M. If we don’t build it then it means nothing.”In this episode, host Jon Switalski speaks with West Hollywood City Councilmember Lindsey Horvath. She is currently running to replace Sheila Kuehl, as Supervisor for Los Angeles County’s Third District, which covers much of the San
- [MWD Makes Critical Upgrades to LA County’s Water Infrastructure](https://rebuildsocal.org/2022/09/mwd-makes-critical-upgrades-to-la-countys-water-infrastructure/) - On Tuesday, a 15-day watering ban took effect for 4 million Los Angeles County residents as the Metropolitan Water District of Southern California (MWD) made emergency repairs to a leaking, major pipeline.Those affected by the shutdown include residents of Beverly Hills, Burbank, Glendale, Long Beach, Pasadena, San Fernando, and Torrance, as well as areas served
- [New Podcast Episode: Building America and Talking Construction Careers](https://rebuildsocal.org/2021/08/new-podcast-episode-building-america-and-talking-construction-careers/) - Union Carpenter Bradley Bearden Discusses Industry OpportunitiesConstruction careers offer a number of great opportunities for men and women throughout the country and right here in California. So how old do you think you have to be to get started? Would you believe just 17? On the newest episode of The Rebuild SoCal Zone podcast, Bradley
- [LAX Automated People Mover is One Step Closer to the Finish Line](https://rebuildsocal.org/2022/08/lax-automated-people-mover-is-one-step-closer-to-the-finish-line/) - The first three electric rail cars for Los Angeles International Airport’s Automated People Mover (APM) were delivered last week, marking a significant milestone for the $2-billion project that’s expected to be up and running by 2023. The automated car will be able to transport passengers above the usual airport traffic, with the hope that “the hell
- [California’s Deadliest Roads](https://rebuildsocal.org/2022/10/californias-deadliest-roads/) - The Orange County Register recently reported on California’s deadliest roads and how the state’s drivers rank nationally.California has about 396,540 miles of roads and averages about 3,600 fatal crashes a year. According to data from National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, a five-mile stretch of Highway 22 in Garden Grove is among the ten deadliest stretches
- [Metro’s Newest Transit Is Up and Running](https://rebuildsocal.org/2022/10/metros-newest-transit-is-up-and-running/) - It’s been three weeks since Metro opened its newest light rail line to the public. The K Line, also known as the Crenshaw/LAX Line, serves the communities of West Adams, Jefferson Park, Baldwin Hills, Leimert Park, Hyde Park, Inglewood, Westchester and others. The new line is anticipated to carry more than 32,000 passengers a day
- [Rebuild SoCal Partnership Launches Campaign to Raise Awareness for Infrastructure Needs in LA County’s 3rd Supervisorial District](https://rebuildsocal.org/2022/09/sd3-campaign-launch/) - Between natural disasters and ongoing wear and tear that cause bumps, cracks, and potholes, Los Angeles County residents are paying the price for outdated roads and underperforming transit systems. The growing effects of global warming have made it clear that we not only need significant investments in our infrastructure, but we need to fast-track critical
- [Taking a Closer Look at Transit Projects in LA’s Third Supervisorial District](https://rebuildsocal.org/2022/09/taking-a-closer-look-at-transit-projects-in-las-third-supervisorial-district/) - Last week Rebuild SoCal Partnership launched a campaign aimed at raising awareness around the urgent need for infrastructure investment in LA County’s Third Supervisorial District.Los Angeles County residents are paying the price for outdated roads, underperforming public transit, and inadequate stormwater systems. The drought, heat waves, and the growing effects of global warming have made
- [Recent Weather Trends and Our Existing Infrastructure](https://rebuildsocal.org/2023/04/recent-weather-trends-and-our-existing-infrastructure/) - In recognition of Earth Day, we thought it pertinent to take a deeper look into the critical relationship between weather and infrastructure. After an extremely wet winter, record amounts of accumulating rainfall, and a historic snowpack, Southern California infrastructure systems were tested more than ever before.Since the start of 2023, rainfall has been excessive throughout
- [#InfrastructureWorks: Celebrating National Infrastructure Week (May 15-19)](https://rebuildsocal.org/2023/05/infrastructureworks-celebrating-national-infrastructure-week/) - This week, RSCP is celebrating National Infrastructure Week (May 15-19), which promotes and celebrates our nation’s roads, rails, pipes, ports, and more. From organized labor to business sector leaders, policymakers, and more, committed bipartisan champions have secured huge wins – including the over $195 Billion in funding through the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. However, our advocacy work
- [Happy Thanksgiving from Rebuild SoCal Partnership!](https://rebuildsocal.org/2022/11/happy-thanksgiving-from-rebuild-socal-partnership/) - As we head into the holiday season, we would like to express our heartfelt gratitude for our trustees, partners, and colleagues who work hard every day to advocate for increased investment in infrastructure to help fix our aging public systems while building for our future needs and economic growth.Rebuild SoCal Partnership is proud to represent
- [Checking in with The California High-Speed Rail Project](https://rebuildsocal.org/2022/09/checking-in-with-the-california-high-speed-rail-project/) - “It is a complicated, mega project.”In this episode, host Jon Switalski spoke with LaDonna DiCamillo, the Southern California Regional Director for the California High-Speed Rail Authority. We discuss what is next for high-speed rail – update on funding, environmental clearance, construction timeline, and more! The recently approved state budget directs $4.2 billion in funding to the
- [A balanced approach to transportation investment](https://rebuildsocal.org/2022/09/a-balanced-approach-to-transportation-investment/) - California must take a balanced approach to transportation planning — investing in both roadways and transit — in order to meet equity and environmental goals as well as meet current and future demand. California residents pay the highest gas tax in the country. While these funds are supposed to be dedicated to maintaining and improving our
- [Limited water supplies and the threat of natural disasters make infrastructure repairs critical](https://rebuildsocal.org/2022/08/limited-water-supplies-and-the-threat-of-natural-disasters-make-infrastructure-repairs-critical/) - Faced with drought, global warming, and chronic overuse, the Colorado River— responsible for providing water for millions of Southern Californians — has hit dangerous new lows. As the water system grows older and more vulnerable to rapid change, it is ever more important to ensure the critical water infrastructure in Southern California. The Los Angeles Times
- [Talking Careers in Construction with LAUSD](https://rebuildsocal.org/2022/08/talking-careers-in-construction-with-lausd/) - “I would encourage students to understand this industry is in high demand.”In this episode, host Marci Stanage spoke with the Career Technical Education Incentive Grant Coordinator (CTEIG Coordinator), Colin Brooks about LAUSD’s Building and Construction Trades Virtual Speaker Series. The program connects building and construction industry professionals with students to build awareness and create opportunities
- [Southern California Voters Show Overwhelming Support for Investment in Jobs and Infrastructure](https://rebuildsocal.org/2022/12/southern-california-voters-show-overwhelming-support-for-investment-in-jobs-and-infrastructure/) - On behalf of Rebuild SoCal Partnership, I would like to congratulate the recently elected leaders throughout Southern California. From the California State Legislature to the halls of local government, these officials have the enormous responsibility to ensure safe and reliable infrastructure for the entire region. This November, Southern California voters showed overwhelming support for increased investment
- [What California's State Budget Means for Transportation](https://rebuildsocal.org/2021/07/what-california-state-budget-means-for-transportation/) - Funding for Improvements, JobsGov. Gavin Newsom’s record-busting $262.6 billion state operating budget includes “unprecedented” levels of state spending on public transportation and the biggest economic recovery package in California’s history. This means that funds earmarked for transportation are much more than simply having the money for infrastructure projects to progress.“These budget actions will expand California’s
- [California’s Raincheck on Improvements to Water Capture Systems Results in Loss of Critical Resources—During a Drought](https://rebuildsocal.org/2023/01/californias-raincheck-on-improvements/) - California is no stranger to the devastating impacts of drought, including water shortages, wildfires, economic losses, and wildlife habitat destruction. Residents are increasingly familiar with water restrictions and reduction requests, while policymakers and government agencies have focused heavily on tactics such as recycling and conservation.However, recent heavy storms —an issue on the opposite end of
- [California, Pummeled by Another Atmospheric River Storm, Still Facing Drought Conditions](https://rebuildsocal.org/2023/01/california-pummeled-by-another-atmospheric-river-storm-still-facing-drought-conditions/) - After the most recent round of heavy storms, California’s snowpack – which in April of last year was only totaling 38% of average – is averaging at 251% (as of Jan. 17). This is hopeful news, as historically, atmospheric river storms have eased drought conditions. However, that is not always the case.To bolster the state’s
- [California Storm Infrastructure is Devastatingly Outdated. Could Los Angeles County’s Efforts to Rebuild Guide Our Statewide Efforts?](https://rebuildsocal.org/2023/01/california-storm-infrastructure-is-devastatingly-outdated/) - California is getting a reprieve from the near continuous rainfall occurring over most of the state. Now that the skies are clearing up, it’s easy to see what has been left on the ground. From debris buildup and ocean pollution to roadway damage and infrastructure concerns, areas across California are experiencing the real consequences of
- [Our Conversation with Los Angeles County Supervisor Kathryn Barger](https://rebuildsocal.org/2022/12/our-conversation-with-los-angeles-county-supervisor-kathryn-barger/) - In the latest Rebuild SoCal Zone Podcast episode, host Jon Switalski speaks with Supervisor Kathryn Barger, who proudly serves residents of Los Angeles County’s 5th District.Supervisor Barger speaks about balancing the needs of residents and infrastructure improvements, specifically through the positive impacts of the passage of Measure M and Measure W. Regarding the impacts Measure
- [RSCP Pioneered a Growing Movement Advocating for Infrastructure Investment](https://rebuildsocal.org/2021/07/rscp-pioneered-a-growing-movement-advocating-for-infrastructure-investment/) - The Rebuild SoCal Partnership (RSCP) was founded in 2016 with a mission to educate elected officials and staff and agency officials and staff, and raise public awareness on the continued need for essential infrastructure funding. With a primary focus on Southern California, RSCP has remained dedicated to that mission over the past years — advocating
- [What’s SoCal without San Bernardino County?](https://rebuildsocal.org/2023/02/whats-socal-without-san-bernardino-county/) - On this week’s episode of the Rebuild SoCal podcast, San Bernardino County Supervisor Curt Hagman explains the need for urgent infrastructure investments, reminding listeners that “we can’t conserve our way out of the problems we have in California.” Instead, Supervisor Hagman says we must invest in our outdated infrastructure. With over 20,000 square miles in its jurisdiction
- [OC Streetcar is Major Milestone](https://rebuildsocal.org/2021/07/oc-streetcar-is-major-milestone/) - Orange County’s 4.15 mile OC Streetcar is set to make its debut in 2023. The project has been years in the making and will address modern day transportation gaps with a route between Santa Ana and Garden Grove. One would think that in the third most-populous county in California, where the community has grown from
- [The Value of Sweat Equity in Construction with Union Laborer Charles Fair](https://rebuildsocal.org/2023/03/the-value-of-sweat-equity-in-construction-with-union-laborer-charles-fair/) - This week on the Rebuild SoCal Podcast, we were joined by Charles Fair, a member of Laborers Local 89 in San Diego. Charles sat down with Host Jon Switalski to discuss the importance of labor unions and how it has impacted his 15-year-plus career as a skilled laborer.Charles is based out of San Diego and
- [Embracing a Community with San Diego County Board of Supervisors Chairwoman Nora Vargas](https://rebuildsocal.org/2023/03/embracing-a-community-with-san-diego-county-board-of-supervisors-chairwoman-nora-vargas/) - This week on the Rebuild SoCal Podcast, we were joined by San Diego County Board of Supervisors Chairwoman Nora Vargas. Chairwoman Vargas is a first-generation immigrant and the first Latina, binational, and woman of color to be elected as a County Supervisor. A member of the board since 2021, Chairwoman Vargas embarked on her role
- [Women in Construction: Denise Cooper on Female Leadership within the Field](https://rebuildsocal.org/2023/04/women-in-construction-denise-cooper-on-female-leadership-within-the-field/) - Denise Cooper, Co-Founder, President, and CEO of Cooper Engineering, joined us on this week’s episode of the Rebuild So Cal Podcast to discuss her decades-long career in the construction industry. Denise has spent the last nearly 30 years building Cooper Engineering, once headquartered in her family living room, growing to become an industry leader in
- [Women in Construction: Teresa Stevenson Discusses how Joining the Operating Engineers was the Best Thing She Has Ever Done](https://rebuildsocal.org/2023/03/women-in-construction-teresa-stevenson-discusses-how-joining-the-operating-engineers-was-the-best-thing-she-has-ever-done/) - Today on the Rebuild SoCal Podcast, we are joined by Teresa Stevenson, an Operating Engineer for Local 12 in San Diego.Teresa’s journey to the construction field is unique: she spent many years as a licensed vocational nurse in Missouri, which she left after ending a relationship and moving back to her home state. Though she
- [Front Page News: LA Times Reports on the City of Needles’ Water Emergency](https://rebuildsocal.org/2021/07/front-page-news-la-times-reports-on-the-city-of-needles-water-emergency/) - We are gratified that the plight of the City of Needles was featured yesterday on the front page of the Los Angeles Times. This article, written by veteran Times reporter Ralph Vartebedian, covers the dire situation that the City of Needles currently faces. The article highlights the prevalence of water problems not only in Needles, but
- [Inland Empire’s Logistics Industry Is a Job Boon for Working Class Families](https://rebuildsocal.org/2023/02/inland-empires-logistics-industry-is-a-job-boon-for-working-class-families/) - By Jon SwitalskiThe Inland Empire is one of the fastest growing regions in California. Commercial and industrial development offers good paying jobs and opportunities for working class families. The logistics industry continues to drive the Inland Empire’s economy. The unemployment rate in the Inland Empire reached a record high level of 15.1-percent in 2010, the
- [New $1.2B Investment in CA Infrastructure, $630M Coming from SB 1](https://rebuildsocal.org/2021/07/new-1-2b-investment-in-ca-infrastructure-630m-coming-from-sb-1/) - The California Transportation Commission (CTC) has allocated $1.18 billion for projects to fix and improve transportation infrastructure throughout the state. More than half of this critical investment, $630 million, comes from Senate Bill 1 (SB 1), the Road Repair and Accountability Act of 2017. SB 1 provides $5 billion annually to state and local agencies
- [Infrastructure Investments are Critical to the Health and Well-being of Our Communities](https://rebuildsocal.org/2023/02/infrastructure-investments-are-critical-to-the-health-and-well-being-of-our-communities/) - Whether it’s a natural disaster or a catastrophe stemming from human error, the communities most at risk from the negative long-term impacts are ones without robust, updated infrastructure. Interruptions to water and sanitation, inaccessible roads and rail, or exposure to harmful chemicals released into the environment disproportionately impact – and harm – communities that historically
- [Could Salton Sea be Answer for EVs?](https://rebuildsocal.org/2021/07/could-salton-sea-be-answer-for-evs/) - Lithium Mining Could Benefit CaliforniaClimate change has required Americans to examine the impact gas-powered vehicles make on the environment. With an executive order from Gov. Gavin Newsom directing that by 2035 all new cars and passenger trucks sold in California be zero-emission, shifting to electric vehicles (EVs) will require a lot of battery power. The
- [Many Paths, One Mission: 2023 Women in Construction Week (WIC)](https://rebuildsocal.org/2023/03/many-paths-one-mission-2023-women-in-construction-week-wic/) - March 5-11, 2023, is the 25th Annual Women in Construction (WIC) Week! RSCP is celebrating over a million women who pursued impactful careers in construction and who work daily to build better and safer roads and streamline transportation, expand the blossoming logistics sector, help build more water infrastructure, develop new, better buildings, and keep the
- [Prioritizing H2O with WATER Act](https://rebuildsocal.org/2021/07/prioritizing-h2o-with-water-act/) - Bill Would Set Aside $35 B Annually for Drinking, Wastewater With the most recent drought, Californians are again having to reckon with an urgent water crisis. But water infrastructure is an issue across the nation (most notably in Flint, Michigan and most recently in Long Island, New York). Additionally, there have been health standard violations at
- [LA Metro begins work on $900M Airport Metro Connector project](https://rebuildsocal.org/2021/07/la-metro-begins-work-on-900m-airport-metro-connector-project/) - The Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (Metro) has begun construction on the $898.6-million Airport Metro Connector Project that will directly connect the County’s transit system to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), providing a reliable, fast and convenient connection for passengers and airport-area employees.“The Airport Metro Connector is a historic step toward reimagining how travelers
- [Celebrating Women in Construction](https://rebuildsocal.org/2023/03/celebrating-women-in-construction/) - March 5-11, 2023, was the 25th Annual Women in Construction (WIC) Week! RSCP celebrated over a million women who pursued impactful careers in construction and who work daily to build better and safer roads and streamline transportation, expand the blossoming logistics sector, help build more water infrastructure, develop new, better buildings, and keep the lights
- [Cities Say Infrastructure Funding is Top Priority in 2021](https://rebuildsocal.org/2021/07/cities-say-infrastructure-funding-is-top-priority-in-2021/) - The National League of Cities (NLC) has released its 2021 State of the Cities Report, based upon a survey of municipal leaders across America. NLC says the survey results underscore that, with the economic impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic depleting local budgets and postponing public works projects, there is an urgent need for Congress to
- [Governor Newsom Unveiled New Proposals for $180 Billion Infrastructure Plan](https://rebuildsocal.org/2023/05/governor-newsom-unveiled-new-proposals-for-180-billion-infrastructure-plan/) - We can’t keep stalling out on critical infrastructure projects! On May 19th, 2023, Governor Gavin Newsom presented an infrastructure package to a group of state legislators and signed an executive order aimed at speeding up critical infrastructure projects. The package includes 11 California Environmental Quality Act, often referred to as CEQA, reform bills. The state legislators
- [Drought Adversities Require Diverse Portfolio](https://rebuildsocal.org/2021/06/drought-adversities-require-diverse-portfolio/) - Tapping Different Options As California and eight other western states face severe drought, the nearly 60 million people affected must now seriously consider ways to access life’s most precious resource. While we can’t be faulted if Phil Collins’ “I Wish It Would Rain” keeps repeating in our heads, there are practical options for finding and saving
- [Report: U.S. Vehicle Travel Rebounds to Near Pre-Pandemic Levels](https://rebuildsocal.org/2021/06/report-u-s-vehicle-travel-rebounds-to-near-pre-pandemic-levels/) - A new report released by TRIP, a transportation research nonprofit, explores the impacts of the coronavirus pandemic on the nation’s transportation trends. According to the report, as the U.S. continues to emerge from the pandemic, vehicle travel has returned to near pre-pandemic levels and has surpassed pre-COVID levels in 15 states.Transportation Impacts and Implications of COVID-19
- [Delta Conveyance Project is Moving Forward](https://rebuildsocal.org/2023/12/delta-conveyance-project-is-moving-forward-2/) - December 8th, 2023 marked a significant milestone for the Delta Conveyance Project. The California Department of Water Resources (DWR) released a final Environmental Impact Report for the tunnel project. The announcement by the DWR has concluded that the Bethany Alignment is the preferred project alternative. It would connect to the State Water Project at the
- [The California High-Speed Rail Authority and Brightline West awarded $6.1 billion in federal funding](https://rebuildsocal.org/2023/12/the-california-high-speed-rail-authority-and-brightline-west-awarded-6-1-billion-in-federal-funding-2/) - This week, we learned from several reports that Brightline West and the California High-Speed Rail Authority will each receive $3 billion in federal funding. The US Department of Transportation has awarded the California High-Speed Rail Authority nearly $3.1 billion in grant funding for continued progress on the country’s first electrified 220-mph high-speed rail system. Brightline West,
- [Trivia Thursday with Rebuild SoCal Partnership!](https://rebuildsocal.org/2023/10/trivia-thursday-with-rebuild-socal-partnership-3/) - Happy #TriviaThursday! Here is our question this week:Southern California saw a few significant storms earlier this year- in the last 50 years, which season did the city of Los Angeles see the most rainfall?A. 2006-2007B. 1981-1982C. 1997-1998D. 2022-2023The answer is C, 1997-1998! Los Angeles’s average annual rainfall is 11.86, but in the 1997-1998 season, we saw
- [Trivia Thursday with Rebuild SoCal Partnership!](https://rebuildsocal.org/2023/09/trivia-thursday-with-rebuild-socal-partnership-2/) - Happy #TriviaThursday! Here is our question this week:Do you know how many people fly out of LAX every day?A. 89,000B. 241,000C. 350,000D. 110,500The answer is B. 241,000!In 2021, LAX served nearly 88.1 million passengers for a daily average of 241,000 people! LAX offers an average of 700 nonstop flights daily to over 110 destinations in
- [Happy Labor Day!](https://rebuildsocal.org/2023/09/happy-labor-day/) - Unions built the middle class. On this Labor Day, let us thank our unions and union workers for their hard work and dedication. No matter how you celebrate, take some time to reflect on and pay tribute to the hard-working union workers who continue to build America. Happy Labor Day from Rebuild SoCal Partnership!Listen to our latest
- [Trivia Thursday with Rebuild SoCal Partnership!](https://rebuildsocal.org/2023/08/trivia-thursday-with-rebuild-socal-partnership/) - Happy #TriviaThursday! Here is our question this week:Do you know what the biggest contributor to stormwater pollution in Southern California is?A. Illegal dumpingB. LitterC. Urban runoffD. Pet wasteThe answer is C, urban runoff. Urban runoff is rainwater or melted snow that flows over streets, sidewalks, and other impervious surfaces in cities and towns. It picks
- [The Challenges and Opportunities of Water in Southern California](https://rebuildsocal.org/2023/07/the-challenges-and-opportunities-of-water-in-southern-california/) - “This is urgent. The idea that we have to adapt to climate change is urgent.”In this episode, host Jon Switalski spoke with Adán Ortega, the Chair of the Metropolitan Water District of Southern California (MWD). Ortega took office as chair on January 1st of this year. We discussed the effects of the rain and storms
- [New California Budget Deal Prioritizes Infrastructure](https://rebuildsocal.org/2023/06/new-california-budget-deal-prioritizes-infrastructure/) - On June 26th, 2023, Governor Gavin Newsom, Senate President pro Tempore Toni G. Atkins, and Assembly Speaker Anthony Rendon announced that they have reached an agreement on the infrastructure package and the 2023-24 state budget. On May 19th, 2023, Governor Gavin Newsom presented an infrastructure package to a group of state legislators and signed an
- [Have you listened to The Rebuild SoCal Zone Podcast this year?](https://rebuildsocal.org/2023/06/have-you-listened-to-the-rebuild-socal-zone-podcast-this-year/) - Here are the top 3 most listened-to podcast episodes of The Rebuild SoCal Zone so far in 2023!#1: Our Conversation with San Bernardino County Supervisor Curt Hagman “We can’t conserve our way out of the problems we have in California. We have to invest in infrastructure.” In this episode of The Rebuild SoCal Zone, host Jon Switalski
- [Bill Aimed at Addressing Pollution Along U.S.-Mexico Border](https://rebuildsocal.org/2021/06/bill-aimed-at-addressing-pollution-along-u-s-mexico-border/) - If Passes, EPA to Lead Project“Sewage discharge in the Tijuana River Valley has been a decades-long public health and environmental catastrophe for San Diegans and those in Coronado. One of the largest barriers we face in fixing the problem is that everyone points to someone else when decisions need to be made,” says Rep. Scott
- [Digital As-Builts Support Sustainable Infrastructure](https://rebuildsocal.org/2021/06/digital-as-builts-support-sustainable-infrastructure/) - Save Significant Time, CostsConstruction projects have a reputation of exceeding deadlines and budgets. In fact, studies show 9 out of 10 projects experience cost overrun, going over budget by at least 16%. Material expenses were already on the rise when the impact of the pandemic caused costs to go up tremendously. If construction is going
- [CA’s Crumbling Roads and Bridges to Benefit from Governor’s New Budget](https://rebuildsocal.org/2021/06/cas-crumbling-roads-and-bridges-to-benefit-from-governors-new-budget/) - Thousands of California state bridges, as well as crumbling roads, that badly need repair would get a $2 billion shot of new money under the budget revision recently proposed by Gov. Gavin Newsom. The funds are part of Newsom’s May budget changes unveiled in a $267 billion spending plan bolstered by a $75 billion surplus
- [EPA Awards $388M WIFIA Loan for Innovative Water Project](https://rebuildsocal.org/2021/06/epa-awards-388m-wifia-loan-for-innovative-water-project/) - Water Reuse in San Diego County to Produce Purified WaterThe demand for drinking water is high in California. Now a loan of $388 million from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Water Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Act (WIFIA) to the East County Joint Powers Authority in San Diego County will help increase reliability in the
- [Protecting Groundwater Supplies](https://rebuildsocal.org/2021/06/protecting-groundwater-supplies/) - Department of Water Resources Helps Local ManagementAbout 85% of Californians depend on groundwater for some portion of their water supply. At least 40% of water accessed by wells is used in a typical year, and as much as 60% is tapped in drought years. Thankfully, the State recognized how vital this resource is for cities,
- [NEW BEGINNINGS – Jon Switalski](https://rebuildsocal.org/2021/06/new-beginnings-jon-switalski/) - As the new Executive Director for Rebuild SoCal Partnership, I would like to take a brief moment to introduce myself. My name is Jon Switalski and I look forward to communicating with each of you via my weekly email newsletters. The timing of my appointment could not come at a more opportune time. There is a
- [Jon Switalski Named as Executive Director of Rebuild SoCal Partnership](https://rebuildsocal.org/2021/06/jon-switalski-named-as-executive-director-of-rebuild-socal-partnership/) - Anaheim, CALIF. – June 9, 2021, Rebuild SoCal Partnership (RSCP) has announced the appointment of Jon Switalski as its new Executive Director, which became effective May 25, 2021.“I have been honored to serve as the Executive Director of Rebuild SoCal Partnership,” said outgoing Rebuild SoCal Partnership Executive Director, John Hakel. “I’m proud of what we’ve
- [House T&I Committee Introduces $547 Billion Surface Transportation Reauthorization Bill](https://rebuildsocal.org/2021/06/house-ti-committee-introduces-547-billion-surface-transportation-reauthorization-bill/) - INVEST in America Act to Fund Highways, Safety Programs, Transit A historic level of investment has been introduced by the House Transportation & Infrastructure (T&I) Committee. The Investing in a New Vision for the Environment and Surface Transportation in America (INVEST in America) Act (H.R. 7095) proposes $547 billion for surface transportation and emphasizes repairs
- [Funding Desperately Needed for California Water Infrastructure](https://rebuildsocal.org/2021/06/funding-desperately-needed-for-california-water-infrastructure/) - Many Public Water Systems at Risk “Utterly unacceptable that in 2020, we still can’t guarantee clean water to communities across America. It’s a fundamental human right. We have the solutions to address this crisis. Congress just needs to act,” Vice President Kamala Harris tweeted in response to a Fresno Bee article about the residents of Earlimart,
- [Construction Begins in San Clemente to Protect Vulnerable Sections of Train Tracks](https://rebuildsocal.org/2024/03/construction-begins-in-san-clemente-to-protect-vulnerable-sections-of-train-tracks-2/) - As Southern California continues to recover from a season of heavy rains, the state is relying heavily on construction efforts to assist with damaged infrastructure. The San Clemente train tracks are no exception, considering the significant damage they faced from a storm-induced landslide. The impacted area of the tracks is a crucial part of the
- [The High Cost of Underinvestment](https://rebuildsocal.org/2024/03/the-high-cost-of-underinvestment-assessing-the-state-of-infrastructure-in-southern-california/) - In the latest Rebuild SoCal Zone podcast episode, host Jon Switalski spoke with Matt Newman, the Principal, and Co-Founder of Blue Sky Consulting Group, about a report titled “The High Cost of Underinvestment: Assessing the State of Infrastructure in Southern California,” Rebuild SoCal Partnership launched in January of this year.The episode studies the nuances of

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- [SB 545](https://rebuildsocal.org/sb545/) - SB 545 Economic Opportunities for the High-Speed Rail Corridor California’s High-Speed Rail Project has already delivered tangible economic benefits. Over 14,700 construction jobs have been created, supporting thousands of skilled workers and their families to date. SB 545 will help identify additional opportunities for development, job creation, and long-term investment along the high-speed rail corridor.To
- [Stop AB 914](https://rebuildsocal.org/stop-ab-914/) - Robert Garcia: STOP AB 914 AB 914 Will Increase the Cost of Living in the Inland Empire, Snarl Supply Chains, and Kill Local Jobs Send Robert Garcia an Email and Tell Him to STOP AB 914 We must protect local jobs in the Inland Empire (IE) AB 914 will negatively impact small businesses and take
- [Stop AB 914 Thank You](https://rebuildsocal.org/stop-ab-914-thank-you/) - Robert Garcia: STOP AB 914 AB 914 Will Increase the Cost of Living in the Inland Empire, Snarl Supply Chains, and Kill Local Jobs Thank you for making your voice heard and telling Robert Garcia to STOP AB 914! Facebook X-twitter Envelope Link
- [Construction Videos](https://rebuildsocal.org/newsroom/construction-videos/) - Rebuild SoCal Partnership videos showcase a new direction for our future. Check out our video gallery showcasing local infrastructure projects, women in construction, careers in construction, and leaders involved in moving Southern California forward.
- [ I-15 Corridor Project](https://rebuildsocal.org/initiatives/i-15-corridor-project/) - I-15 Corridor Project Building A Safer, Better Connected, More Sustainable I-15 Interstate 15 (I-15) is one of California’s gateways to the nation. The I-15 is a critical corridor for commerce and tourism that connects people and California’s major ports to destinations throughout the country. However, it is currently inadequate to handle the growing volume of
- [San Diego Winter 2023](https://rebuildsocal.org/initiatives/san-diego/) - What are we talking about on the Rebuild SoCal Podcast? San Diego Project Opportunities. California must take a thoughtful, varied approach to infrastructure. Rebuild SoCal supports projects that will deliver cleaner water, safer roads, and faster commutes while increasing jobs and injecting capital into local economies.
- [Building Water Resilience: Wildfire Relief for LA](https://rebuildsocal.org/building-water-resilience-wildfire-relief-for-la/) - Building Water Resilience: Wildfire Relief for LA We can’t wait to fix and upgrade our aging water systems. The recent firestorm in the greater Los Angeles area shows us just how important it is that our water infrastructure is maintained and regularly updated. If you’re a victim of the recent fires, we’ve included a list of links
- [2024 Report](https://rebuildsocal.org/2024report/) - The High Cost of Underinvestment: Assessing the State of Infrastructure in Southern California Report highlights the pressing infrastructure challenges facing Southern California residents. Our aging systems demand immediate attention and action to ensure the well-being of our communities and sustain economic growth.
- [Champions of Infrastructure](https://rebuildsocal.org/policy/champions-of-infrastructure/) - Champions of Infrastructure Rebuild SoCal Partnership champions policymakers who advocate for and support infrastructure investment. We are proud to highlight these champions on our podcast and YouTube channel, who work on behalf of working families and jobs. Assemblymember Lori Wilson Assemblymember Lori Wilson is a champion for transportation, housing, and the workers who drive the
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- [Policy](https://rebuildsocal.org/policy/) - Rebuild SoCal Partnership’s priorities are driven by education efforts, ensuring the public and policymakers understand the need for essential infrastructure projects, policies, and funding. By facilitating the development of new infrastructure through good policy, impactful projects will move forward. With readily available funding, our communities can invest in much-needed infrastructure, create jobs, and bolster the regional economy.
- [Fix Every Bridge](https://rebuildsocal.org/initiatives/fixeverybridge/) - California is home to nearly 2,000 structurally deficient bridges. These bridges are some of the most heavily traveled in the country and millions of people depend on them for travel every day. Repairing and updating these bridges can’t wait, the time to act is now. Join RSCP’s effort to Fix Every Bridge.
- [San Diego Infrastructure](https://rebuildsocal.org/initiatives/san-diego-infrastructure/) - Let’s Rebuild San Diego! Failing underground stormwater pipes create sinkholes, waste precious water, send pollution into the ocean, and close our beaches. We cannot afford to wait for upgraded infrastructure–and not just above street level! Stormwater is interconnected with transportation systems and our ability to get around safely and efficiently.
- [Pure Water](https://rebuildsocal.org/initiatives/pure-water/) - Every drop of water is precious, and Metropolitan Water District’s (MWD) planned water recycling facility in Carson will maximize the ability to respond to climate change and ever-present drought conditions while creating thousands of local jobs, millions of gallons of water, and billions of dollars spent right here in our community.
- [Measure M](https://rebuildsocal.org/initiatives/measure-m/) - Funding Transportation Throughout the County. Airports. Rail. Highways. There is a lot of infrastructure work out there that needs to be done. Keep updated with our newsletter.
- [Infrastructure](https://rebuildsocal.org/infrastructure/) - Since 1998, The American Society of Civil Engineers has given a persistent D average grade to America’s infrastructure. Highways, roads, bridges, schools, dams, and water systems don’t garner much attention until they become problematic or worse, a catastrophic failure.
- [Newsletter](https://rebuildsocal.org/newsroom/newsletter/) - Rebuild SoCal Newsletter Sign up to gain insight on the latest news and updates on infrastructure in Southern California The Rebuild SoCal Partnership blog is your one-stop shop for infrastructure and construction news in Southern California. We aim to keep you informed on the latest initiatives, local projects and news in infrastructure and construction in
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- [SB1](https://rebuildsocal.org/initiatives/sb1/) - SB1 Landmark Transportation Investment SB 1 Passes in 2017! In 2017, the Legislature passed Senate Bill 1, a historic transportation package that raised over $50 billion for transportation repairs over the next ten years. SB 1 is creates jobs. The White House Council of Economic Advisors found that every $1 billion invested in transportation infrastructure supports
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