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Commission authorizes Caltrans cooperative agreement to enable I‑15 express‑lanes southern extension procurement

Riverside County Transportation Commission Programs & Projects Committee · February 23, 2026
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Summary

The committee approved a cooperative agreement with Caltrans required for the I‑15 southern express‑lane extension, noting implementation of Caltrans Deputy Directive 90 increases local oversight reimbursement obligations and raises cooperative agreement costs ahead of a PDB Phase 1 award.

The Programs & Projects Committee authorized a Caltrans cooperative agreement staff said is required before the commission can obligate funds and award the progressive design‑build Phase 1 contract for the Interstate 15 express lanes southern extension.

Jeff Dietzler, project manager for the I‑15 Express Lane Southern Extension, told commissioners the cooperative agreement defines roles for Phase 1 (preliminary design and guaranteed maximum price development) and…

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