Fun Facts About VTA!

08-25-2023

Fun Facts About VTA!

VTA History

VTA was created in 1972 by the Santa Clara County Transit District Act.

On December 1, 1994, VTA became the Congestion Management Agency in Santa Clara County, responsible for countywide transportation planning and funding and for managing the county’s blueprint to reduce congestion and improve air quality.

Prior to January 1, 1995, the County Board of Supervisors served as the Board of Directors of VTA. Since January 1, 1995 VTA has operated under a separate Board of Directors composed of County and city representatives, under state legislation.

On January 1, 2000, state legislation changed VTA’s name.