About Us
NCTC History
The North Los Angeles County Transportation Coalition (NCTC) is an alliance of three cities and the county that is dedicated to coordinating regional transportation planning and building a safe, efficient mobility network in North Los Angeles County through targeted use of taxpayer dollars.
NCTC was formed in 1995 by then-County Supervisor Mike Antonovich as an advisory body to coordinate information and provide a forum for discussion of regional transportation issues of mutual interest and concern to the cities of Palmdale, Lancaster, Santa Clarita, and the unincorporated areas of Los Angeles County’s Fifth District.
In May 2018, NCTC formalized into a joint powers authority (JPA), which allows the agency to develop policies and strategies leading to the implementation of projects and programs to address critical transportation issues, promote economic development and maximize transportation funding opportunities for member jurisdictions. Its members collaborate on transportation issues, mobility programs, safety initiatives and project feasibility studies.
As a legal entity, NCTC can pursue federal, state and county transportation dollars from gas taxes, sales taxes and vehicle registration fees for the region. NCTC plans collaboratively for transportation improvement projects for North Los Angeles County and works with federal, state and local elected officials and transportation agencies such as Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transit Authority (Metro), Caltrans and Metrolink to advocate for the investment of tax dollars in mobility improvements in the region.
NCTC is an important player in the request for funds from California Senate Bill 1, the Road Repair and Accountability Act of 2017, and Measure M – the Los Angeles County Traffic Improvement Plan – a sales tax increase that was approved by voters in 2016.
Together, the measures provide millions of dollars for transportation projects such as street improvements, expanded public transit, highway improvements, and bike and pedestrian connections to transit.
The NCTC JPA is governed by a board of directors representing the four member jurisdictions. The board meets quarterly to receive agency reports and establish priorities and plans. Public participation is welcome and encouraged.
NCTC JPA Board of Directors
Kathryn Barger
Supervisor
Chair
County of Los Angeles
Mark Pestrella
Director of Public Works
Board Member
County of Los Angeles
Renee Berlin
Board Member
County of Los Angeles
Dave Perry
Transportation Deputy
Alternate: Board Member
County of Los Angeles
Austin Bishop
Council Member
Vice Chair
City of Palmdale
Eric Ohlsen
Council Member
Alternate: Board Member
City of Palmdale
Richard Loa
Council Member
Board Member
City of Palmdale
Ronda Perez
City Manager
Alternate: Board Member
City of Palmdale
Marv Crist
Vice Mayor
Chair
City of Lancaster
Ken Mann
Council Member
Board Member
City of Lancaster
Trolis Niebla
Assistant City Manager
Board Member
City of Lancaster
Lauren Hughes-Leslie
Council Member
Board Alternate
City of Lancaster
Marsha McLean
Council Member
Vice Chair
City of Santa Clarita
Jason Gibbs
Mayor
Board Member
City of Santa Clarita
Michael Hennawy
Director of Public Works
Board Member
City of Santa Clarita
Damon Letz
Public Works
Board Member
City of Santa Clarita
Martin J. Tompkins
CEO
Ex-Officio Member
Antelope Valley Transit Authority
Adrian Aguilar
Transit Manager
Ex-Officio Member
City of Santa Clarita Transit
Arthur V. Sohikian
Executive Director
NCTC JPA
2018 Inaugural NCTC JPA Board Members
NCTC Member Jurisdictions
County of Los Angeles
Los Angeles County’s 5th Supervisorial District represents unincorporated communities in North Los Angeles County.
www.lacounty.gov
City of Palmdale
Palmdale, with a population of 156,000, is a picturesque city in the Antelope Valley known for its vibrant aerospace, manufacturing and retail sectors. The U.S. Air Force is considering the City to host the future permanent headquarters for the United States Space Command.
www.cityofpalmdale.org
City of Lancaster
Lancaster is a thriving community of 172,237 with clean air, attainable housing, wide open spaces, and a close-knit community. The City is a historic landing for the Southern Pacific Railroad and home to the California Poppy Festival.
www.cityoflancasterca.org
City of Santa Clarita
Nestled in the Santa Clarita Valley, Santa Clarita is the third largest city in Los Angeles County and has a population of more than 212,000. The charming City offers numerous hiking and biking trails and is a popular location for filming TV shows and movies.
www.santa-clarita.com
