July 23, 2025 

Have a say in redesigning the way we move through South San Mateo County 

The San Mateo County Transportation Authority (TA) is kicking off a community-focused effort to reimagine how people move through the southern part of the county. The 101 Corridor Connect: South County Multimodal Strategy is now underway, and your voice is a key part of the journey. 

Whether you bike, walk, ride a scooter, hop on a bus or train, or drive a car — the TA wants to hear from you. 

The goal of this strategy is simple: make it easier, safer and more sustainable to get where you need to go in and around Menlo Park, East Palo Alto, Redwood City, Atherton and unincorporated North Fair Oaks — especially near Highway 101. The project is focused on giving people more choices for how they travel while improving connections between neighborhoods, job centers and key destinations. 

“This is about designing a transportation network that reflects how people really live and move,” said TA Director of Planning and Fund Management Patrick Gilster. “We’re listening closely to residents, workers and community groups to understand what’s working, what’s missing, and how we can support safer, more connected options for everyone.” 

What’s Happening Now: 

Over the next two months the TA will be conducting public outreach with pop-up events, community surveys, and interactive maps to collect feedback on what transportation challenges residents face today. 

Community members are encouraged to: 

The feedback gathered will help shape a South County Multimodal Plan that identifies and prioritizes projects to improve mobility for years to come — including safer pedestrian crossings, better bike infrastructure, new transit options and reduced congestion. 

Why It Matters: 

Southern San Mateo County is growing. More people live, work and travel in this area than ever before. But with that growth comes new challenges — especially for those who rely on more than just cars to get around. These priorities will help us partner with our cities and the county to deliver mobility improvements that support the way people want to move. 

The 101 Corridor Connect strategy will lay the groundwork for a more balanced and resilient transportation system — one that supports equity, safety and sustainability across communities. 

“Whether you ride SamTrans, Caltrain, bike to school, or walk to your neighborhood market, we want to hear from you,” said Gilster. “The best ideas come from the community, and this process is all about building a better future together.”