This community opinion was contributed by Wayne Norton. The opinions expressed do not necessarily represent BenitoLink or other affiliated contributors.
Anyone who drives in San Benito County knows that local roads are a teeth-rattling mess. Our roads rank among the worst in the state and traffic on 25 is a concern. But the good news is that local voters can do something this November about fixing our streets and highways by voting for Measure G.
The measure was developed over the past year through conversations with residents in every part of San Benito County. Transportation officials and staff turned those conversations into the San Benito County Roads and Transportation Safety Investment Plan.
Measure G will:
- Maintain local streets and roads.
- Reduce congestion on 25 with a four-lane expressway and safer intersections.
- Repair potholes.
- Increase pedestrian and bike safety.
- Protect and enhance bus and paratransit services for seniors, people with disabilities, and youth.
Measure G includes safeguards that ensure funds will be used for transportation projects only for San Benito County communities. It includes requirements for independent audits and a Citizens Oversight Committee to monitor expenditures.
For more information please visit BetterRoadsforSanBenito.com.
Wayne Norton lives in Aromas. He has been involved in a wide variety of community projects. He is past president of the Rotary Club of San Juan Bautista.
