Transform California
Since its beginnings, Transform has launched programs, built coalitions, and won campaigns to promote thriving transit, dense, affordable housing, and safe, vibrant streets—always working in authentic partnership with communities. We believe we can face ma
- We’re hiring! Transform seeks a collaborative and detail-oriented individual who has experience engaging across diverse communities to join our Programs Team. Learn more and apply here: transformca.org/program-spec...
- The killing of Renee Nicole Good shows how roads can be dangerous spaces for marginalized communities. Automobility and law enforcement discretion put people at risk. Advocates are calling for accountability, equity, and safer streets for all. usa.streetsblog.org/2026/01/12/w...
- Bicycling isn’t just a choice, it’s a lifeline for millions in growing cities. Low-income riders face danger and invisibility while policies often ignore them. Supporting repair networks and safer streets can make bicycling fair, healthy, and sustainable. researchmatters.in/news/pedalli...
- With support from the California Air Resources Board, Transform and partners are helping Hayward residents bike and walk. Students are riding more, and the city is hosting bike events, removing barriers, and building a culture of active transportation. transformca.org/connecting-r...
- As of December 10, 2025, Bay Area transit riders save $2.85 on transfers between agencies with Clipper 2.0. Frequent riders can save $1,000+/year, nearly a decade in the making for seamless, equitable transit. www.seamlessbayarea.org/blog/2026/1/...
- MTC & ABAG approve the Final 2026 Joint Advocacy Program, guided by Plan Bay Area 2050+. Priorities include modernizing SB 375, sustaining transportation funding, and advancing housing policies across the region. blog.bayareametro.gov/posts/2026-a...
- Gov. Newsom, CA Dept. of Finance & MTC reach $590M loan agreement to prevent major service cuts at AC Transit, BART, Caltrain & SF Muni in FY 2026-27, keeping hundreds of thousands of daily riders moving while long-term funding solutions are developed. blog.bayareametro.gov/posts/agreem...
- BART sees big wins in 2025. Crime dropped 41% overall, with violent crime down 31% and property crime down 43%, while ridership rose nearly 10% to 5M more trips. richmondstandard.com/community/20...
- The Metropolitan Transportation Commission has adopted the Bay Area Transit Priority Policy for Roadways, aiming to improve transit speed, reliability, and travel times across the region. www.masstransitmag.com/management/n...
- Governor Newsom announces a $600M bridge loan to support Bay Area transit, preventing an $800M shortfall and potential service cuts. Voters will decide in November on a regional sales tax to strengthen BART, Muni, Caltrain, and AC Transit. www.kalw.org/bay-area-new...
