Each year, the Transportation Agency for Monterey County seeks nominations for "Transportation Excellence Awards" to show its appreciation to the local community for its outstanding efforts to improve transportation in Monterey County.
The program has award categories for individuals, businesses/groups, programs and projects. Examples of potential awards include but are not limited to:
- Transportation employees who excel at their jobs and go the extra mile to promote the most efficient use of the transportation system.
- Innovative activities that promote more efficient use of the local transportation network.
- Citizens or organizations that have made significant efforts to inform and educate the public about transportation issues.
- Successful efforts to improve transit services and encourage the use of alternatives to driving alone.
The Agency's Executive Committee selected the following individuals, programs and projects to receive 2017 Transportation Excellence Awards:
Individuals
- Heather Lanier/Carissa Chapellet - Big Sur Bypass Trail Project
- John Viarengo - Salinas Traffic and Transportation Commission
Programs
- Reduced Pricing Bus Passes - Monterey-Salinas Transit
- Bike and Pedestrian Safety Public Education Program - City of Monterey
Projects
- Holman Highway 68 Roundabout Project - City of Monterey, Caltrans
- Pfeiffer Canyon Bridge - Caltrans
- Elkhorn Road Emergency Storm Damage Repair - County of Monterey
Certificates of appreciation will be presented to the following TAMC employees recognizing their 5 year and 10 year anniversaries:
- Ariana Green - 5 year anniversary
- Maria Montiel - 10 year anniversary
- Todd Muck - 10 anniversary
The ceremony will also recognize the services of outgoing TAMC Board Chair, Alejandro Chavez.