Tony Tavares

Husband, Dad, 34th Caltrans Director - People First - Safety, Climate, Equity. Economic Prosperity. Views are my own.

[Tony Tavares @Tony_ACTC]

Your partnership is critical to ensuring the safety of our workers. When you see flashing amber lights, please slow down and move over— it’s the law. 🚨

[Caltrans HQ @CaltransHQ]

Safe driving is a choice.

Please take a moment to remember and honor the 194 valiant Highway Workers who have perished on the job since 1921.

When you get behind the wheel, remember that a moment of safety can prevent a moment of silence. #DriveSafe #BeWorkZoneAlert #SlowDown

[Caltrans District 7 @CaltransDist7]

🦺Caltrans Workers Memorial Event 🦺

Today, Caltrans District 7 recognized and honored its workers who were killed in the line of duty. Motorists can dramatically improve safety in work zones by slowing down and removing distractions.

Watch: https://t.co/I5DcqqZBg5

[Caltrans District 4 @CaltransD4]

#TRAFFICALERT: Caltrans will close WB lanes on SR-24 from the Caldecott Tunnel (Bore 3) to College Ave for drainage & vegetation work.
📅Sat, May 10 & 17
🕔5 AM – 2 PM
📍Alameda & Contra Costa Cos
🚗 Other bores remain open.
Expect delays.
🔗https://t.co/cipKtcbGR6
#CaltransD4

[Caltrans District 7 @CaltransDist7]

🚧TRAFFIC ADVISORY 🚧
@CaltransDist7 is planning multiple overnight closures on I-5 in the cities of Commerce, Downey, and Santa Fe Springs from Monday night, May 12, through Saturday morning, May 17. Check https://t.co/cxZ0jW7kfP for updates. Details 👇

[Caltrans HQ @CaltransHQ]

👷🏼🚧 TRAFFIC ALERT: Caltrans alerts motorists of closures for Yolo I-80 and US 50 Project. Mainline between I-80/US 50 connector ramp to Reed Ave. fully closed from 5/9 to 5/12, then reduced to 2 lanes during day and fully closed nightly 5/12 through 5/21. https://t.co/PkEWOe2VW6

[Caltrans District 4 @CaltransD4]

#TRAFFICALERT Caltrans will close Bore 4 of the Caldecott Tunnel (EB SR-24) for overnight maintenance. Wed, May 7🕙 10 PM – 4:30 AM
📍 EB SR-24 at Caldecott Tunnel
🚗 All other bores remain OPEN
⚠️ Expect delays. Slow for the Cone Zone.
🔗 https://t.co/cipKtcbGR6 @CityofOrinda

[Caltrans HQ @CaltransHQ]

Join the #CleanCA Community Designation Program! Becoming designated is simple:
1. Take the pledge
2. Engage your community
3. Complete 10 of the 15 criteria
Make your commitment to a #ZeroLitter state official & learn more https://t.co/3t2JcHUjUq. @CAgovernor @CA_Trans_Agency

[Caltrans HQ @CaltransHQ]

It’s #ConstructionSafetyWeek !

Whether you’re walking, biking or driving near a work zone always remember:
✅ Plan ahead
✅Be alert
✅ Obey posted signage & detours
✅ Give crews plenty of space to work safely

#BeWorkZoneAlert

[Caltrans District 7 @CaltransDist7]

HEADS UP‼️@PalmdaleCity @cityoflancaster
🚧Full Freeway Closure 🚧5/7/25 NB SR-14 Palmdale Bl - Ave N & SB Ave K - Ave M 7pm-6am. NB Crossover - 8/25; K-rail & paving work. Ave M ramps closed. SB Ave N ramps closed. @chp_av @AVFairgrounds
@avpressnews
#BeWorkZoneAlert

[California Governor's Office of Emergency Services @Cal_OES]

📢 Debris Removal Progress Reaches 4,000 Parcels Completed

Phase 2 debris removal by @USACEHQ crews continues to move forward 7 days a week and at record pace in affected by the Eaton and Palisades fires.

More ➡️ https://t.co/eBvrk2vodt

[Caltrans District 1 @CaltransDist1]

Route 36 Slide Update: Delays reduced to 30 mins (9am–5pm weekdays) east of Swimmer’s Delight in #HumboldtCounty. 10-min delays at other times. Conditions may change—check https://t.co/faudYOsRhR or the QuickMap app.

[Caltrans District 9 @Caltrans9]

Thanks to the speakers at the ribbon-cutting for our new Tehachapi yard including Kern County D2 Supervisor Chris Parlier, reps of Senator Grove and Congressman Fong, Tehachapi City Councilmember Phil Smith, Director of Development Services Jay Schlosser and Mayor Joan Pogon-Cord

[Listos California @ListosCA]

Disaster Recovery Centers are still open.
Mon-Fri: 9am to 6pm
Sat: 9am to 4pm
Learn more at https://t.co/YsRVRPZ92f

[Caltrans District 7 @CaltransDist7]

👷‍♀️PCH from Chautauqua Blvd. to Carbon Beach Terrace remains an active work zone to those with access. 🚧
- 25 MPH
- Abide traffic lights
- No pedestrians
- Slow down for workers

Crews installed new speed-control measures at checkpoints. @CHPWestValley & @LAPDHQ will enforce.

[Caltrans District 4 @CaltransD4]

#TRAFFICALERT Overnight median barrier repairs on I-80 near Central Ave & Carlson Blvd in Richmond🛠️Thurs 5/8 & Fri 5/9
🕗 Time: 8 PM – 5 AM
📍 Lanes 1 & 2 (EB & WB) closed
➡️ 1 lane OPEN each direction
Plan for delays & use caution ⚠️
🔗 https://t.co/cipKtcceGE

[Caltrans HQ @CaltransHQ]

👏 Great job D9 and D10 💪

[Caltrans District 4 @CaltransD4]

#TRAFFICALERT Wednesday, May 7th 3 AM – 1 PM Caltrans will close eastbound I-80 lanes and onramp for maintenance near the Carquinez Bridge
📍Pomona St/San Pablo Ave EB-80 Onramp – FULL CLOSURE
📍Lanes 1 & 2 EB I-80 (Refinery Rd #3 → Toll Plaza) – CLOSED
https://t.co/cipKtcceGE

[Caltrans District 4 @CaltransD4]

#reminder Caltrans has begun overnight (and some daytime) lane closures* on State Route 17 at the Main Street Overcrossing and Santa Cruz Undercrossing Bridge in Los Gatos.
Lane closures: Mon–Fri, 7:00 PM to 5:00 AM
Parking restrictions on the Main Street bridge (No Parking)

[nhtsagov @NHTSAgov]

Sadly, more than 6,300 motorcyclists were killed in 2023 — in fact, there were nearly 28x more motorcyclist deaths than car occupant fatalities.

🚗 Drivers: Check for motorcycles in your rearview mirror and in blind spots.

🏍️ Riders: Follow the rules of the road and obey speed limits.

[Caltrans Central Coast (District 5) @CaltransD5]

Our Caltrans maintenance team participated in the 9th Annual Santa Ynez Valley Touch-A-Truck Event this past weekend in Solvang. This family friendly event allowed the children to see our work trucks up close and meet our team.
@CaltransHQ

[Caltrans District 4 @CaltransD4]

Join us for a Virtual Mandatory Pre-Bid Meeting held Monday, May 5, 2025 @ 10:00am
Register Today: https://t.co/yDoy2ZbSgt
Attendance is required to bid!