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An information session was held last to seek feedback on the possibility of extending Sacramento Regional Transit Light Rail or bus rapid transit to Elk Grove. While the well-attended meeting at District56 highlighted possible mass transit options, many questions remained unanswered.
The meeting, hosted by Sacramento Regional Transit and the City of Elk Grove, covered four possible options for light rail or bus rapid transit services. The possible service enhancements start at the Light Rail Station at Cosumnes River College on Bruceville Road.
The route would go south on Bruceville Road, then turn left on Big Horn Boulevard. The transit option would then proceed south to Kammerer Road, where it would terminate.
Among the options being examined are extending the Light Rail Blue Line to Kammerer Road, using bus rapid transit for the entire route, or a combination of both. Following a 30-minute presentation, the representatives conducted a question-and-answer session during which it was stressed that, regardless of the configuration selected, no motorist lanes would be removed to accommodate light rail or dedicated bus lanes.
The Sacramento Regional Transit said that whatever system is selected, they believe it will draw passengers up to a half mile away, who will then walk to the station for transit use. Although exact costs were not specified, the plan is estimated to cost hundreds of millions of dollars, with the bus rapid transit being the most economical.
While some of the questions focused on topics such as fares, possible parking facilities at stations, noise levels, and other issues that an environmental impact report would cover, many of the questions could not be answered. Among those were the timetable for constructing the transit facilities and how it would be funded.
It was acknowledged that there is no firm schedule for when construction will start. Representatives informed the gathering that the extension plans are unfunded, but would rely on federal, state, and city of Elk Grove funding sources.
After gathering all the information from public outreach sessions, Elk Grove Mayor Bobbie Singh-Allen is expected to decide on which options to pursue sometime in early 2026. Singh-Allen's decision will be equivalent to a wish list, as there is no identified funding source, which means the recommendation could languish for years or remain unfulfilled indefinitely.
More information about the four alternatives being considered can be viewed here. The city and Sacramento Regional Transit are also asking people to complete their survey.
A recording of the presentation is available here.
