The San Jose City Council approved the next phase of a transportation project linking the airport to downtown, emphasizing the need for careful funding strategies. City officials decided to let private partners seek financial support instead of relying on the VTA, due to the agency's existing budget pressures and the city's projected multimillion-dollar shortfall. Mayor Matt Mahan and other city leaders stress understanding future airport growth and ridership potential is critical. The proposed airport connector will utilize advanced technology, featuring four-seat vehicles in a dedicated transit lane, with construction anticipated to begin in three years.
"There's no question in my mind that the project's success hinges on understanding long-term airport growth needs and securing external funding, as the city of San Jose cannot and should not allocate additional funding at this time."
Councilmembers are eager to protect the city's budget, in light of the projected multimillion-dollar shortfall discussed last month.
The much-anticipated airport connector will use a fleet of futuristic four-seat vehicles separated from traffic by an exclusive gateway.
The feasibility report found the benefits of the connector would outweigh the costs, confirming it is a promising project for the city.
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