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  The California Highway Patrol in King City and all over the state is urging motorists to drive safely heading into 2024 as they are ramping up efforts to ensure safety by launching a Maximum Enforcement Period which will begin at 6:01 p.m. on Friday night, December 29 and continue until 11:59 p.m. on Monday night, January 1. The CHP reports that 20 people were killed in crashes within the agency’s jurisdiction from December 22-25, 2023. CHP officers made more than 900 arrests for driving under the influence during that period, an average of one every 5 minutes. Besides assisting drivers and looking for traffic violations such as failure to wear a seat belt, speeding and distracted driving, CHP officers will be paying close attention to people suspected of driving under the influence of drugs and/or alcohol. During last year's New Year’s MEP, CHP officers made 570 DUI arrests statewide. The CHP advises drivers to designate a sober driver or use ride- share services, avoid distract

  MONTEREY COUNTY – Here are the major scheduled road and lane closures for Monterey County from Sunday, December 31 through Saturday, January 6.  Salinas – Spreckels: Harkins Road & Hunter Lane:  Long - Term There will be temporary lane closures and one lane reversible traffic controls along Harkins Road and Hunter lane for pavement work beginning Monday, October 16, 2023. The work hours are 7:00 am to 5:00 p.m., with occasional nighttime work. The Harkins Road work will be located from the City of Salinas limits to Fifth Street in Spreckels. The Hunter Lane work will be taking place from State Route 68 to Harkins Road.  Please keep in mind that construction work is weather-dependent. 

  Southern Monterey County Republican Women Federated will be holding its monthly luncheon meeting on Tuesday, January 2 at 11:30 a.m. at King Kora Restaurant located at 611 Canal Street in King City. The guest speaker will be J.W. Paine, Republican candidate for California Assembly in the 29th District. Paine will discuss his candidacy and his qualifications for the Assembly. Everyone is welcome to attend the meeting. For reservations and further information call (831) 385-1333 or e-mail karenleonhard@yahoo.com 

  With the 2023-24 rain season now upon us Monterey County Chief Public Information Officer Nicholas M. Pasculli wants residents throughout the County to be prepared if any bad flooding occurs. Pasculli on Wednesday, December 27 released an important QR code pertaining to the Department of Emergency Management (DEM) Alert Monterey County sign-up page and also to the Public Works (PW) Storm prep resources page. 

  A 1 vehicle crash took place on Highway 101 Southbound and Bradley Road in Bradley at 10:22 am on Wednesday morning, December 27. Three occupants picked up minor injuries and were transported to a Hospital. 

  MONTEREY COUNTY – Here are the major scheduled road and lane closures for Monterey County from Sunday, December 24 through Saturday, December 30.  Highway 101: Camp Roberts Rest Area: Now – December 28 There will be full of the northbound Camp Roberts rest area for emergency repair work.   Salinas – Spreckels: Harkins Road & Hunter Lane:  Long - Term There will be temporary lane closures and one lane reversible traffic controls along Harkins Road and Hunter lane for pavement work beginning Monday, October 16, 2023. The work hours are 7:00 am to 5:00 p.m., with occasional nighttime work. The Harkins Road work will be located from the City of Salinas limits to Fifth Street in Spreckels. The Hunter Lane work will be taking place from State Route 68 to Harkins Road.    Arroyo Seco Road: September - December Repair work along Arroyo Seco Road in south Monterey County will begin in September to repair damage that occurred during the heavy rains and flooding in March. The repair work wi

  The City of King City Hall offices, Recreation Center, Police Department offices and Public Works maintenance operations will be closed for the holidays from Monday, December 25 through Monday, January 1.  Normal operational hours will resume on Tuesday January 2.  All public safety and emergency response operations will be maintained with normal staffing levels during this period.   If you experience an urgent situation requiring City response that cannot wait until offices reopen, please contact the non-emergency dispatch number at 831-385-8311.  As always, please contact 9-1-1 for emergency response.                 If you have any questions, please contact City Hall at (831) 385-3281.

  On Wednesday morning, December 20 the Greenfield Police Department, with assistance from the Monterey County Sheriff's Office, served a residential search warrant on the 200 block of Apple Avenue, in connection with a stabbing homicide that took place on the 200 block of Chardonnay Drive during the overnight hours of Tuesday, December 19. As a result, a 17-year-old juvenile was arrested and is facing charges of assault, conspiracy, and accessory to murder. The Juvenile was transported to Monterey County Juvenile Hall. This is the 2nd person person arrested pertaining to this incident. 18-year-old Julian Nunez-Gomez turned himself into Greenfield Police on December 19 and has been charged with murder. The Greenfield PD that the stabbing apprears to be gang related and confirms that at this time there are no other outstanding individuals related to this investigation. 

  According to the Greenfield Police Department a stabbing incident occurred on the 200 block of Chardonnay Drive, which tragically resulted in a homicide on Monday night, December 18. The Monterey County Sheriff’s Department Corners Unit will be responsible for the release of the victim’s identity in due time. Greenfield Police detectives were dispatched and is currently conducting an investigation into this incident. 18-year-old Julian Nunez-Gomez has been identified as a suspect in this case. On Tuesday afternoon, December 19  Julian Nunez-Gomez turned himself into the Greenfield Police Department and was booked into the Monterey County Jail for 187(a) PC - Homicide.  There was also an active warrant issued for the arrest of Nunez-Gomez before he turned himself in. Anyone with information regarding this case is asked to contact Detective Lerma with the Greenfield Police Department at 831-601-8376.

  According to the Greenfield Police Department a stabbing occurred on the 200 block of Chardonnay Drive which tragically resulted in a homicide on Monday night, December 18. The Monterey County Sheriff’s Department Corners Unit will be responsible for the release of the victim’s identity in due time. Greenfield Police detectives were dispatched and are currently conducting an investigation into this incident. 18-year-old Julian Nunez-Gomez has been identified as a suspect in this case. There is an active warrant issued for his arrest. Nunez-Gomez, whose photo is posted on the Greenfield PD's Facebook page and on KRKCCountry.com is known to frequent the areas of Salinas, Soledad, Greenfield, and Coalinga. Nunez-Gomez is a Hispanic male, 5’09”, 130 lbs., goatee, black bushy hair and brown eyes. All people in the community are asked to exercise caution. If you encounter Nunez-Gomez, please do not engage and immediately call 911. If you have any information pertaining to his whereabou

  California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) officials are investigating the Dec. 14, 2023, death of an incarcerated person at Salinas Valley State Prison (SVSP) in Soledad as a homicide. At approximately 8:40 a.m., officers witnessed 2 incarcerated people identified as 39-year-old David Pacheco and 23-year-old Adrian Lopez, allegedly attack a third incarcerated person identified as 30-year-old Oracio Ramirez in a recreational yard at the facility. Staff immediately responded, issuing verbal orders to stop and used one less-than-lethal 40mm direct impact round to quell the attack. An ambulance was summoned while staff performed life-saving measures on Ramirez, but Ramirez was pronounced dead at 9:02 a.m. An inmate manufactured weapon was recovered at the scene.  Pacheco and Lopez were placed in restricted housing.  An investigation continues by SVSP’s Investigative Services Unit and the Monterey County District Attorney’s Office.  The Office of the Inspector General

MONTEREY COUNTY – Here are the major scheduled road and lane closures for Monterey County from Sunday, December 17 through Saturday, December 23.  Highway 101: Camp Roberts Rest Area: Now – December 28 There will be full of the northbound Camp Roberts rest area for emergency repair work.   Salinas – Spreckels: Harkins Road & Hunter Lane:  Long - Term There will be temporary lane closures and one lane reversible traffic controls along Harkins Road and Hunter lane for pavement work beginning Monday, October 16, 2023. The work hours are 7:00 am to 5:00 p.m., with occasional nighttime work. The Harkins Road work will be located from the City of Salinas limits to Fifth Street in Spreckels. The Hunter Lane work will be taking place from State Route 68 to Harkins Road.  Arroyo Seco Road: September - December Repair work along Arroyo Seco Road in south Monterey County will begin in September to repair damage that occurred during the heavy rains and flooding in March. The repair work will o

  SALINAS, CA, December 13, 2023 – Keith Urban, GRAMMY, ACM, CMA, AMA, and People’s Choice Award-winning country artist, will headline the 2024 Big Week Kick Off Concert on July 12, 2024. Urban was recently inducted into the Nashville Songwriter’s Hall of Fame and just completed his first residency at Bakkt Theater at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino in Las Vegas. Known for his authenticity, talent, and driving musical inquisitiveness, he is one of the most successful and well-respected artists in the world with over 43 Top 10 singles that have garnered over 100 million Spotify streams. Fans will recognize Urban as a mentor and performer on the popular show American Idol.   The concert is presented by Taylor Farms and produced by the California Rodeo Salinas and David Drew Productions with support from media partners KSBW TV 8 and Central Coast ABC and KTOM 92.7FM. Tickets go on sale online only, on Thursday, February 1st at 10 am at carodeo.com.  Ticket prices will start at $45* f

King City, Calif. – The King City Police Department will hold a DUI Checkpoint on Thursday night, December 28 from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. at an undisclosed location within the City of King. DUI checkpoint locations are determined based on data showing incidents of impaired driving-related crashes. The primary purpose of DUI checkpoints are to promote public safety by taking suspected impaired drivers off the road. “Impaired drivers put others on the road at significant risk,”  said. “Any prevention measures that reduce the number of impaired drivers on our roads significantly improves traffic safety.”  reminds the public that impaired driving is not just from alcohol. Some prescription medications and over-the-counter drugs may interfere with driving. While medicinal and recreational marijuana are legal, driving under the influence of marijuana is illegal. Drivers charged with a first-time DUI face an average of $13,500 in fines and penalties, as well as a suspended license. Funding for thi

  Salinas, CA – The regular candidate filing period for the March 5, 2024, Presidential Primary Election has closed. The filing period for the following offices, in which an eligible incumbent did not file, is extended until 5 p.m. on Wednesday, December 13, 2023.   DISTRICT NAME SEAT County of Monterey Board of Supervisor, District 5   Information regarding state office extensions will be added to the Monterey County Elections website as it becomes available.   Candidates filing during this period must meet all filing obligations. For more information, visit https://www.montereycountyelections.us/03052024-candidate-guidelines/.   For more information and to schedule an appointment call (831) 796-1499/toll-free (866) 887-9274 or email CandidateServices@co.monterey.ca.us.

  SALINAS, California- Monterey County District Attorney Jeannine M. Pacioni announced on December 11 that 23-year-old Daniel Dejesus Garcia of Greenfield, was sentenced to 2 years and 8 months in the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation for a March 24, 2023 collision where Garcia pled guilty to driving while under the influence of alcohol with a prior felony driving under the influence conviction. On March 24, 2023, Garcia was driving while intoxicated and hit a parked vehicle resulting in no injuries but causing damage to the vehicle. Garcia attempted to flee the scene on foot but was apprehended by law enforcement. A chemical test revealed that Garcia had a blood alcohol concentration of between .25 to .27. At the time of the collision, Garcia was on probation for a prior felony driving under the influence offense. The case was investigated by the Greenfield Police Department and prosecuted by the Monterey County District Attorney’s Office specialized DUI Vertical

  Salinas, CA – Monterey County Elections announces the time, date, and location of the randomized alphabet drawing for use in the March 5, 2024, Presidential Primary Election.   The drawing will determine the order of candidate names for State Senator and State Assembly contests on the ballot. This election activity will take place at 10 a.m. on Thursday, December 14, 2023, at the Monterey County Elections office, 1441 Schilling Place – North Building, Salinas. The final list will be published at www.MontereyCountyElections.us.     For more information, please call (831) 796-1499 or visit our website at: www.MontereyCountyElections.us. 

  On Tuesday, December 12, at 11:00 am, SPCA Monterey County will “release” a rehabilitated raptor on their campus. But this raptor is a little different than the hundreds of hawks, owls, and eagles they rescue every year.  This raptor is a rehabilitated weathervane. The SPCA’s Claire R. Jacobsen Learning Center is undergoing a major renovation. When the construction team removed the old roof on the Learning Center, they found the SPCA’s 1970s era weathervane - a raptor - that was in very bad shape, missing one wing and both of its feet. In the spirit of the thousands of wildlife the SPCA rehabilitates each year, they decided to rehabilitate him, too.  The SPCA worked with a local metal artist, Eric Johnson of Pacific Metalcraft, to make him a new wing and get him ready to be reinstalled on our roof.  “It was quite a challenge to repair,” says Eric. “But I enjoyed working on it and am happy with the result. The best part was knowing it was symbolic of the work the SPCA does.” “This wea

  King City Cemetery, an official Wreaths Across America location will host a wreath-laying ceremony on Saturday, December 16 at 10am, joining more than 3,500 other locations across the Country for National Wreaths Across America Day. Coordinated and led by local volunteers and fundraising groups,volunteers will place wreaths on veterans graves at King City Cemetery. This annual event seeks to further the Wreaths Across America mission of Remember, Honor and Teach, ensuring that the memory of those who served our Country endures. Students from the Soledad, Greenfield and King City High School ROTC programs as well as the military from Fort Hunter Liggett will be participating in the ceremony.  Everyone is welcome to attend. Volunteers are needed to place the wreaths and are asked to meet at the cemetery at 9:30am prior to the ceremony for instructions. Volunteers are also needed to mark the veterans graves on Friday, December 15 at 1 pm at the cemetery.  For further information on this

MONTEREY COUNTY – Here are the major scheduled road and lane closures for Monterey County from Sunday, December 10 through Saturday, December 16.  Highway 101: Soledad Prison: December 16 Traffic control breaks will occur along northbound and southbound Highway 101 at Soledad Prison for utility work from 5 am – 1 pm. Highway 101: Elm Street: December 11 There will be closure of the right shoulder along northbound Highway 101 at Elm Street for miscellaneous work along the highway from 8:30 am to 3:30 pm. Highway 101: Esperanza Road – Somavia Road: December 11 – December 15 One lane and shoulder closure will occur along northbound Highway 101 between Esperanza Road and Somavia Road for drainage work from 9 am to 3 pm. Highway 101: North Bradley: December 10 – December 15 One lane closure will occur along northbound Highway 101 100 feet just north and south of the North Bradley Overcrossing for work on the bridge from 6:30 pm to 7 am. Highway 101: State Route 58 – San Ardo: December 12 –

  WASHINGTON, DC – On Friday, December 8 District 18 U.S. Representative Zoe Lofgren announced that the Department of Transportation (DOT) will distribute $1,080,000 to the City of Hollister to develop and implement a comprehensive roadway safety action plan.   “Whether driving, biking, or walking to jobs, schools, stores, farms, or Pinnacles National Park, individuals and families in Hollister need to know their roads are safe. This more-than-a-million-dollar federal investment will importantly allow the city to develop and advance safety plans. I worked on and voted for the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law under the Democratic majority in the last Congress to invest in sound infrastructure projects like this one,” said Rep. Zoe Lofgren.   This funding is part of the DOT’s Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) grant program, which supports the planning and implementation of comprehensive safety action plans to address roadway safety issues.   The DOT funding was provided by the Bipartisa

  A 3 vehicle crash ocurred on Highway 101 Southbound near the Front Street exit in Soledad at 4:01 pm on Thursday afternoon, December 7. Minor injuries were reported as a result of the collision. 

  On Sunday, November 26, 2023 the King City Police Department responded to the 200 block of Sussex Way in King City, CA for a report of a shooting. Upon arrival, officers located an adult male who sustained a gunshot wound. Through a follow-up investigation, Adrian Hernandez was identified as the person responsible for the shooting. On Thursday, December 7 the King City Police Department, with the assistance from the Monterey County Sheriff’s Office, the Monterey County Probation Department, and the Greenfield Police Department served a search warrant at Hernandez’s residence. Hernandez was located at the residence. was taken into custody without incident and was booked into the Monterey County Jail for attempted murder. The investigation is on-going. Anyone with information regarding this case is encouraged to contact King City Police Department Sergeant Josh Partida at 831-386-5988 or jpartida@kingcity.com; or the WeTip line at 1-800-78-CRIME. You may remain completely anonymous.

  WASHINGTON, DC – Ahead of the House Judiciary Committee’s markup on surveillance reform, U.S. Congresswoman Zoe Lofgren (CA-18), the co-founder and co-chair of the bipartisan Fourth Amendment Caucus, released the following statement:    “U.S. government surveillance authorities have strayed from their original foreign anti-terrorism intent and, for too long, intelligence and law enforcement agencies have had nearly unchecked access to Americans’ personal data. All the while, Congress has done far too little to uphold Fourth Amendment rights. That can and must finally change.   “I recently joined with colleagues and civil society groups across the political spectrum to introduce the most significant proposal to overhaul surveillance laws in nearly half a century. We did so not because we often see eye-to-eye or work together, but because the privacy rights of Americans rise to a level of importance worthy of our nonpartisan collaboration. The Government Surveillance Reform Act offers

  SOLEDAD, Calif. – Hartnell College is hosting Drone Fest on Saturday, December 9, 2023. This event is open to those 16 years and older who want to explore the world of drone technology. The 1 day event will take place at the Soledad Education Center in Soledad. Funded by a grant from UC Santa Cruz CITRIS Initiative for Drone Education and Research (CIDER), this event will help teach participants the potential of drones for industry applications, hands-on drone flying activities, lectures on the latest advancements in drone technology, lunch, and more. The event is designed to introduce drone technology and provide a better understanding of how drones play a pivotal role in future workforce demand. Drone Fest is also an opportunity for those interested in pursuing a career related to drones or those just curious about this new technology to engage and learn about available options in our region. The Hartnell College Soledad Education Center is located at 1505 Metz Road, Soledad, CA 93

  SALINAS, CA – County of Monterey Administrative Officer Sonia De La Rosa is pleased to announce the appointment of Andreas Pyper as Director of Human Resources. In his new role, Andreas will collaborate with elected officials, department heads, and allied partners and will be responsible for the overall administration, coordination, and evaluation of activities, policies, and programs of the Human Resources Department. Andreas is an administrative leader with over 20 years of expertise. Most recently, he served as Human Resources/ Risk Management Operations Manager for the City of Santa Maria. He has also served as Senior Personnel Manager at the Cal Poly San Luis Obispo College of Engineering and was an Assistant Director of Human Resources for the County of Santa Barbara. Andreas earned a Master of Arts in Organizational Management from University of Phoenix, a Bachelor of Commerce in Industrial and Organizational Psychology from University of South Africa, and a Bachelor of Commer

  SALINAS, California- Monterey County District Attorney Jeannine M. Pacioni announced on December 4 that the Monterey County Family Justice Center was the recipient of the Kaiser Foundation Hospital Fund for Community Benefit Programs - Gun Violence Prevention Grant. The award amount is $100,000 and will begin January 1, 2024. Monterey County’s first Family Justice Center, Holding on to Hope, will be located in King City at 250 Franciscan Way. The Kaiser Foundation Hospital grant will focus on increasing the community’s awareness on the relinquishment of firearms and remedies to better protect victims of interpersonal violence and will also promote local partnerships with law enforcement agencies, public systems, and community advocates to implement Senate Bill 320. The mission of the Monterey County Family Justice Center, Holding on to Hope, is to provide one place for victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, child abuse, elder abuse, and human trafficking to receive services fr

  MONTEREY COUNTY – The Transportation Agency of Monterey County (TAMC) and Caltrans District 5 will host a ribbon-cutting ceremony with US Representative Jimmy Panetta, US Representative Zoe Lofgren, and other invited guests for the Spence Road Auxiliary Lane project at 9 am on Friday, December 8, 2023, in the parking lot of the Eckhart Seed Company, located at 531 Eckhardt Road, Salinas. The ribbon-cutting ceremony celebrates the completion of the Spence Road Auxiliary Lane, which will provide space for trucks to safely accelerate from Spence Road onto US 101 and provide a deceleration lane for traffic exiting to Eckhardt Road. The auxiliary lane is an initial safety improvement in the overall “US 101 South of Salinas” project along 5.5 miles of US 101 from Airport Boulevard to Main Street in Chualar. The celebration ceremony will feature speakers: • US Representative Jimmy Panetta, 19 th District • US Representative Zoe Lofgren, 18 th District • California Senator Anna Caballero, 14

  MONTEREY COUNTY – Here are the major scheduled road and lane closures for South Monterey County from Sunday, December 3 through Saturday, December 9.  Highway 101: Elm Street – Walnut Avenue: December 4 – December 8 There will closure of the right shoulder along northbound and southbound Highway 101 between Elm Street and Walnut Avenue for miscellaneous work along the highway from 8 am to 3:30 pm. Highway 101: North Bradley: December 3 – December 8 One lane closure will occur along northbound Highway 101 100 feet just north and south of the North Bradley Overcrossing for work on the bridge from 6:30 pm to 7 am. Highway 101: Camp Roberts Rest Area: Now – December 28 There will be full of the northbound Camp Roberts rest area for emergency repair work.  Highway 101: Jolon Road – Central Avenue: December 4 – December 8 One lane closure will occur along northbound Highway 101 between Jolon Road and Central Avenue for survey work from 8 am to 2 pm.  Please keep in mind that construction w

  King City, Calif. – The holiday season can be a dangerous time for people on the roads. In December 2021 alone, 1,013 people were killed in the U.S. in alcohol-impaired-driving crashes according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.  King City Police Department wants to remind the public of the dangers of driving impaired and celebrate the holiday season responsibly by not driving under the influence. From Dec. 13 through New Year’s Day, the King City Police Department will have additional officers on patrol looking for drivers suspected of being under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs. The high-visibility enforcement effort is part of a national campaign, Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over, with the goal of stopping suspected impaired drivers who put others on the road at risk.  “Impaired driving isn’t just dangerous, it’s illegal,” Sergeant Anthony Shaw said. “Let’s make this a joyful and safe holiday season for everyone on the road. This enforcement period allows

(PASO ROBLES, CA) – The Paso Robles Event Center is pleased to announce the Winter edition of the Mid-State Fair Market, a three-day shopping experience featuring over 30 local vendors selling holiday gifts, home decor, jewelry, clothing, art, baked goods and other culinary treats. Old West Cinnamon Rolls will make a special holiday appearance with their hot, sweet delicacies with additional food and beverage options also available. Admission and parking are free! Guests of all ages can enjoy free hands-on activities and crafts with the Girl Scouts of California’s Central Coast on Saturday and Sunday and all guests are invited to take a moment to decorate gratitude cards for U.S. soldiers deployed overseas. The Mid-State Fair Market is open Friday, December 8 from 12:00 pm until 4:00 pm and Saturday, December 9 and Sunday, December 10 from 10:00 am until 4:00 pm at the Paso Robles Event Center, 2198 Riverside Avenue, Paso Robles, CA. Parking is in Lot C off Gregory Avenue and the Fair’

  Southern Monterey County Republican Women Federated will be holding its monthly luncheon meeting on Tuesday, December 5 at 11:30 a.m. at King Kora Restaurant located at 611 Canal Street in King City.  The club will be celebrating the Christmas Holidays with the Los Vaqueros Hunting Club Traveling Band playing for the group. Installation of officers for  2024-25 will also be conducted. Members and guests are asked to bring an unwrapped toy or gift for children ages 2-14 to be given to Loaves and Fishes Food Distribution. Everyone is welcome to attend the meeting. For reservations and further information call (831) 385-1333 or e-mail karenleonhard@yahoo.com 

  SALINAS, CA – Friday, December 8 marks the end of the candidate filing period for the March 5, 2024, Presidential Primary Election. Candidate forms will be available only during the official filing period and must be submitted by 5 p.m. on Friday, December 8, 2023.  Official nomination documents will be available from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, during the filing period at the Monterey County Elections Department, 1441 Schilling Place – North Building, Salinas, CA. Candidates are encouraged to schedule an appointment.  Monterey County Candidate Guidelines and a virtual candidate seminar are available at https://www.montereycountyelections.us/03052024-candidate-guidelines/.  For more information and to schedule an appointment call (831) 796-1499/toll-free (866) 887-9274 or email CandidateServices@co.monterey.ca.us.

  WASHINGTON, DC – On Friday, December 1 U.S. Representatives Zoe Lofgren (CA-18) and Jimmy Panetta (CA-19) announced that the Department of Transportation (DOT) will distribute $640,000 to the Transportation Agency for Monterey County to develop and implement a comprehensive roadway safety action plan.   “Mobility is key to our local economy and ensures people can safely access jobs, schools, stores, and more. We’re glad to announce federal funding for Monterey County to develop and advance plans that will help make roads safer for everyone,” said Reps. Lofgren and Panetta.   This funding is part of the DOT’s Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) grant program, which supports the planning and implementation of comprehensive safety action plans to address roadway safety issues.   The DOT funding was provided by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, which Reps. Lofgren and Panetta voted in favor of.