Regional governance enters a new era in 2003 with SANDAG evolving into a consolidated agency responsible for transportation planning, funding allocation, project development, and eventually construction in the San Diego region.

Culminating three years of work among local mayors and council members, Governor Davis signed Senate Bill 1703 (Peace, D-El Cajon). This new consolidated agency now has under one roof all of the responsibilities and roles of SANDAG, and many of the transit functions of both the San Diego Metropolitan and North County Transit Development Boards.

In addition, the new consolidated agency will continue to provide the public forum and decision point for significant regional issues such as growth, environmental management, habitat conservation, housing, open space, air quality, energy, fiscal management, economic development, and criminal justice.

Citizens as well as representatives from community, civic, environmental, education, business, and other special interest groups contribute to the regional decision-making process by participating in SANDAG's committees as well as by attending workshops and public hearings.

The future of San Diego as a great place to live, work, and play depends on all of us working together. Please join us in the SANDAG regional decision-making forum. We need your support as we make critical decisions that affect plans for growth, transportation, housing, jobs, the economy, and the environment. For more information on any of SANDAG's programs or opportunities for public involvement, please contact our Public Information Office at (619) 595-5347 or pio@sandag.org