What is the history of the Connector?

The Sacramento Area Council of Governments (SACOG) initiated the Connector Project in 2002 during the preparation of the Metropolitan Transportation Plan 2035. The Connector was a highlighted major project in the voter-approved 2004 Measure A renewal expenditure plan. Leadership of the Connector was transitioned from SACOG to a Joint Powers Authority in 2006. Read more about the Connector and its history here.

Who are the members of the Joint Powers Authority running the Connector project?

The JPA is a collaboration of the Cities of Elk Grove, Rancho Cordova and Folsom and both Sacramento and El Dorado Counties. The JPA is managed by a Board of Directors comprised of one member from each jurisdiction, appointed to the Board from their respective City Council or Board of Supervisors.

What are the benefits of the Connector?

The Connector will link residential areas and employment centers from Elk Grove to El Dorado Hills; serve both local and regional travel; relieve congestion on the heavily congested existing two-lane roadways that currently serve the corridor; and preserve open space and existing natural habitat.

What is the expected capacity of the Connector when it’s completed?

The Connector is expected to have four to six traffic lanes to easily manage the projected volume of drivers who will take advantage of this new travel corridor.

How will this facility support modes of transportation other than single-occupancy cars?

The Connector is being designed to provide new options for bicycle, pedestrian, equestrian, transit, ride-sharing and automobile mobility throughout the corridor.