News & NoticesFollowing are recent stories and announcements released by MCOG.Browse by year for earlier releases.
Final 2021 Coordinated Public Transportation PlanApril 16, 2021 - The Coordinated Public Transit - Human Services Transportation Plan has been updated after a period of review and comment. The proposed final plan will be presented to the Board of Directors in a public hearing on the May 3 agenda for consideration of adoption. Thanks to all who provided comments on the draft plan!
Regional Transportation Plan (RTP) & Active Transportation Plan – 2022 Update (v.3)April 7, 2021 - A brief informational video is now available for viewing:MCOG Presentation on Regional and Active Transportation Plans - YouTube
Seeking Input for Local Road Safety PlansApril 7, 2021 - The Mendocino Council of Governments (MCOG) along with the County of Mendocino and the Cities of Fort Bragg, Point Arena, Willits and Ukiah is developing Local Road Safety Plans in each community geared towards improving traffic safety for pedestrians, bicyclists, transit users and drivers. To learn more about the project, please visit the project website. Participate in a virtual…
Regional Transportation Plan (RTP) & Active Transportation Plan – 2022 Update (v.2)March 30, 2021 - MCOG is updating the Mendocino County Regional Transportation Plan (RTP) and Active Transportation Plan (ATP) and would like to hear from members of the community about transportation needs, deficiencies, and mobility barriers/challenges. Public outreach will be virtual during this initial needs assessment, due to the ongoing pandemic.
Upgrades to Highway Motorist Aid Call BoxesMarch 11, 2021 - As the local agency responsible for maintaining the Call Box Program in Mendocino County, the Mendocino Service Authority for Freeway Emergencies (SAFE), is currently working to facilitate a necessary, system-wide upgrade.
Final Draft Coordinated Public Transportation Plan Released for Review & CommentMarch 2, 2021 - Comments are invited on the revised Mendocino County Coordinated Public Transit-Human Services Transportation Plan. Comments are due by March 23, 2021. Please submit by email to MCOG's consultant, Thomas Pogue at the Center for Business and Policy Research, University of the Pacific: cbpr@pacific.edu
Regional Transportation Plan (RTP) & Active Transportation Plan – 2022 Update (v.1)January 25, 2021 - One of MCOG’s duties is to update the Regional Transportation Plan (RTP) for Mendocino County every four years. The purpose of the RTP is to identify all types and modes of transportation improvements needed to keep people and goods moving efficiently and safely over the next 20 years. The Active Transportation Plan (ATP) for non-motorized modes is a part of this document.
Request for Proposals - Due January 29, 2021January 19, 2021 - This RFP for professional services to conduct the Pavement Management Program & GIS Linkage Update for Mendocino County will remain open to January 29.
Gualala Project - Virtual Public MeetingJanuary 12, 2021 - Caltrans and Mendocino Council of Governments (MCOG) invite all to attend a virtual public meeting for the Gualala Downtown Streetscape Enhancement project on Thursday, January 14, 2021 from 5 to 7 p.m. The project team has taken previous project comments and will present a new alternative for community consideration.