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511 Contra Costa is a program of the Contra Costa Transportation Authority. We offer alternatives to driving alone to reduce traffic congestion & help air quality. Incentives are provided to encourage changes in commuting habits. https://511contracosta.org
With Big Win on Transit, your next bus, BART, or ferry trip could be worth $511. We've already given out over $26,000 to transit users. You could be next! Drawings every Monday. Sign up at 511cc.org/bigwin. @ccta.net
January 10, 2026 at 2:56 AM
Catch live comedy on BART January 24. Enjoy 15-minute sets from Brent Weinback, Brittany Carney, Natasha Vinik & Hunaid Shakoor. The audience will listen through headphones, creating a silent-disco-style comedy experience. Tickets are $20. Info & tickets: 511cc.org/17L @sfsketchfest.bsky.social
BART presents “SF Sketchfest: On the Rails,” a live comedy performance on a train in partnership with @sfsketchfest.bsky.social

Tickets are $20 and available NOW only on Railgoods.com. Tickets will not be for sale at the event and must be purchased in advance.
January 8, 2026 at 9:50 PM
Get up to speed on new laws affecting all road users, including:

• Expansion of the 'Slow Down, Move Over' law
• E-Bike rear light/reflector requirements
• School zone speed limits
• Definition of off-highway electric motorcycles

Click for more ⬇️ @ccta.net
New California Transportation Laws for 2026 | 511 Contra Costa
With the start of the new year, a number of new laws and fare or toll increases go into effect. We’ve selected the most significant ones affecting pedestrians, motorists, and cyclists. TOLL & FARE INC...
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January 8, 2026 at 8:12 PM
Caltrans District 4 Lane Closures:
Richmond–San Rafael Bridge
Friday 1/9 & Saturday 1/10/26
8:00 PM–5:00 AM (nightly)
Westbound Lane #2 CLOSED
Bike Path CLOSED (entire bridge)
Westbound Lane #1 remains OPEN

Bike shuttles available 9 PM–5 AM.
Plan ahead and allow extra travel time.
January 7, 2026 at 7:22 PM
Reposted by 511 Contra Costa
RIDER ALERT:

Tri Delta Transit has a minor timetable change happening SUNDAY, JANUARY 11. Only Route 361 has changes. Printed schedules will be available on the buses the week of January 5th for your use. New schedules will also be available at trideltatransit.com shortly.
January 6, 2026 at 11:21 PM
PLEASANT HILL: The City has received grant funding to create a Safety Action Plan. Help the City identify trouble spots and safety issues so they can eliminate traffic-related fatalities and severe injuries. Your input is vital. Take the Safety Action Plan Survey: phillca.gov/ss4a @ccta.net
January 6, 2026 at 7:56 PM
Caltrans District 4 has scheduled overnight Caldecott Tunnel Closures (SR-24) for data collection. Bores will close overnight (10p-4:30a) as follows:

• Tue, Jan 6: Bore #1 (EB)
• Wed, Jan 7: Bore #3 (WB)
• Thu, Jan 8: Bore #2 (EB)

All other bores to remain open. Traffic info: quickmap.dot.ca.gov
January 6, 2026 at 6:20 PM
The Bay Area Air District's Clean Cars for All program helps you retire an older vehicle (model year 2007 or earlier) and receive $7,500 to buy a new e-bike & cycling accessories. You can use the remaining funds for public transit. More: 511cc.org/cc4amobility @ccta.net @bikeeastbay.bsky.social
January 6, 2026 at 12:34 AM
SAVE MONEY IN 2026 by paying commute expenses with *pre-tax dollars*. Ask your employer to help you set aside up to $340 a month to cover:

• Loading your Clipper card
• Buying transit passes
• Paying carpooling & parking expenses

Learn more: 511cc.org/taxbenefit
@ccta.net @sparetheair.bsky.social
January 5, 2026 at 10:35 PM
THE COUNTDOWN HAS BEGUN: On Mon., January 12, we'll send out the first weekly walking challenge in our 2026 Winter Walk Challenge. Join us & spend time outside while staying active and exploring your town. We'll choose 10 winners to receive $20 Amazon gift cards EVERY WEEK. Sign up: 511cc.org/walk
Winter Walk Challenge | 511 Contra Costa
Stay active with 511 Contra Costa's Winter Walk Challenge. Sign up to receive weekly walking challenges & complete them for the chance to win Amazon gift cards.
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January 2, 2026 at 9:46 PM
Read our latest blog post for New Year's transit info, including:

• Free transit options on New Year's Eve
• Planned transit service on New Year's Day
• Adjusted service for Capitol Corridor & Golden Gate Bus on Friday, Jan. 2

Get the details: 511cc.org/nye2025
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January 1, 2026 at 5:37 AM
New Year's Day – Thursday, Jan. 1 – is a Spare the Air Day. Take any form of transit serving Contra Costa on Thursday and log your trip with Big Win on Transit to grab an $8 Starbucks gift card, while supplies last. Learn more: 511cc.org/bigwin/#newy... @sparetheair.bsky.social @ccta.net
December 31, 2025 at 11:17 PM
A reminder from @sfbayferry.com: Bridge tolls across the Bay Area will increase by 50¢ starting January 1, 2026. A one-way trip on the Richmond Ferry is still less than $5.

PLUS: Youth ages 5-17 ride for just $1 through January 31, 2026. Chidren under 5 always ride free. More: 511cc.org/ferrywinter
December 31, 2025 at 8:26 PM
A #SparetheAir Alert has been issued for Thursday, January 1. Personal fireworks & residential wood burning are expected to increase air pollution levels despite light rain & winds. Wood burning is banned on New Year's Day. If possible, consider combining vehicle trips or taking transit.
December 30, 2025 at 11:37 PM
DEADLINE JANUARY 5: Interested in making Contra Costa transit better for seniors & people with disabilities? CCTA is seeking volunteers for their new Accessible Advisory Committee. Open seats for 2 people 60+ and 2 people with disabilities. Apply by January 5: tinyurl.com/AACCCTA
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December 30, 2025 at 8:12 PM
Have New Year's Eve plans? Take transit for a built-in designated driver AND ring in the new year with late-night BART service & free rides on AC Transit and SF Muni. Details:

BART: 511cc.org/bart2025nye
AC Transit: 511cc.org/act2025nye
SF Muni: 511cc.org/muni2025nye

@bart.gov @rideact.bsky.social
December 29, 2025 at 10:19 PM
Reposted by 511 Contra Costa
We're driving you to your New Year's party!

ALL AC Transit buses will be FREE beginning 8pm on December 31 until 5am on January 1.

Learn more: https://actransit.us/4pXvkiN
December 26, 2025 at 10:46 PM
Want to stay active in 2026? Get a jump on your New Year's resolution by signing up for the Winter Walk Challenge. Weekly challenges start in January, but you can sign up NOW. It's fun, healthy & a great way to spend time with friends or family. Learn more: 511cc.org/walk @ccta.net
December 26, 2025 at 10:47 PM
Download the new AC Transit app for:

• Improved arrival predictions for all stops along a route
• Schedules, fares & service changes
• Easy access to fare payment options including Clipper
• Improved integration with smartphone accessibility features

Visit: actransit.org/app
We promise it's an upgrade!
Download the new AC Transit Mobile App: https://www.actransit.org/app

Improved arrival and real-time predictions
Up-to-date AC Transit service alerts
Predictions refresh automatically for more accurate real-time info
December 24, 2025 at 1:53 AM
On Christmas Day, SF Bay Ferry, County Connection, SolTrans & Vine Transit will be closed. All other transit agencies will be on holiday schedules. Click below for details, plus info on the handful of agencies running modified service on December 24 & 26. @sfbayferry.com @bart.gov @ccta.net
2025 Christmas Holiday Transit Service | 511 Contra Costa
On December 25, transit agencies serving Contra Costa will run on holiday schedules, with some closing for the day. There are also schedule changes for some agencies Dec. 24 & 26. Click for more.
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December 22, 2025 at 10:40 PM
Buying an e-bike this holiday season? Apply for the E-Bike Rebate. Contra Costa residents 18+ get a $150 rebate – $300 for low-income households. Learn more: 511cc.org/rebate @ccta.net

Considering an e-bike for your child? Things to think about before buying: 511contracosta.org/ebikes-and-e...
December 18, 2025 at 10:28 PM
Reposted by 511 Contra Costa
🎄🎆 BART will be running special service on Christmas Day, New Year's Eve, and New Year's Day!

Christmas Eve Wed. Dec. 24: Regular weekday service (5am-midnight)

Christmas Day Thur. Dec. 25: Sunday service (8am-midnight)

Day after Christmas, Fri. Dec, 26: Regular weekday service (5am-midnight)
December 18, 2025 at 4:47 PM
Transit is great for winter events:

• Skating at Union Square or Chase Center? Take @bart.gov or BART + Muni
• Your Chase Center game or event ticket doubles as an all-day Muni pass
• Sightseeing? Ages 5-17 are just $1 on @sfbayferry.com & kids under 5 are FREE

(h/t @sparetheair.bsky.social)
December 18, 2025 at 12:28 AM
If rain in the forecast makes you wish you didn't have to drive to work, check out our Try Transit offer. We'll send you a FREE Clipper card pre-loaded with $25 so you can try transit for your commute. Open to people 18+ who live or work in Contra Costa. Details: 511cc.org/trytransit @ccta.net
December 17, 2025 at 12:14 AM
Want a break from your drive-alone commute? If you live or work in Contra Costa, request 5 free round trip commutes by express bus or Richmond Ferry. You might enjoy it enough to make it a regular thing. Learn more and apply at 511cc.org/take10. @ccta.net @sfbayferry.com @sparetheair.bsky.social
December 15, 2025 at 9:28 PM