Caltrans' recent deletion of a presentation regarding the proposed widening of Highway 37 in Napa County has sparked controversy, particularly given its timing right before the California Transportation Commission's upcoming vote on a $73 million project funding. Environmental advocates, like Jeanie Ward-Waller, raised concerns over the deletion, especially as it was designed to address public worries about environmental impacts. The discussion highlights how climate-related issues, like expected sea level rise, are significant factors against road widening and its funding exemptions.
"Additionally, with the projected sea level rise, most of the existing SR 37 will likely become permanently inundated by the mid-century and even as early as by 2040, thus cutting off a major regional transportation route."
"I amplified it in my outreach to legislative staff a few weeks ago and then noticed today that it disappeared from Caltrans website. I'm sure, coincidentally, that it's up for funding at CTC next week."
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