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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in San Marcos public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Street paving and San Marcos Boulevard traffic improvements
The council green-lit bidding for a road improvement adding a dual left-turn lane extension at Rancho Santa Fe Road — expect construction activity and eventual smoother intersections once built.
Regional Transit Funding Sustainability
SANDAG and NCTD leaders ratified a fare increase with a freeze for lower-income riders, but acknowledged transit fares cover only about 30% of costs. NCTD's share of the fare freeze costs about $630,000, and route cuts and long-term funding remain open questions.
2027 Regional Transportation Improvement Program
The council adopted its five-year regional transportation project list, which brings about $2.2 million a year in TransNet money to San Marcos street improvements.
Sprinter train replacement and NCTD finances
Deputy Mayor Sannella reported NCTD's top priority is replacing aging Sprinter trains (about 15 years old, already breaking down), plus a clean fiscal 2025 audit.
Traffic safety near mobilehome park exit
A resident described cars blocking the park's exit while queueing for the freeway ramp and confusing, tree-blocked speed limit signs along La More Road.
Adaptive traffic control system funding
The council approved construction documents and extra funding for the adaptive traffic control system, which adjusts signal timing to ease congestion on city streets.