JOLON, CA — Today, Representative Zoe Lofgren (CA-18) announced that the County of Monterey Department of Public Works, Facilities, and Parks has received a $9,784,000 federal grant to rehabilitate approximately 8.7 miles of Jolon Road (from the Mission Road south to Bradley Lockwood Road). Running parallel to U.S. Highway 101, Jolon Road is the only corridor that serves U.S. Army Garrison Fort Hunter Liggett. The funding comes from the Defense Community Infrastructure Program (DCIP), which addresses deficiencies in community infrastructure that supports a military installation’s readiness.
“I am thrilled to see that this grant was secured and that Jolon Road will be getting necessary safety improvements,” said Rep. Lofgren. “It’s fantastic news for the Monterey County residents that regularly drive this narrow road, especially our brave troops at Fort Hunter Liggett that rely on it. I commend Supervisor Lopez and Monterey County for their work on this issue, and I’ll always continue to be supportive of efforts to revitalize infrastructure and make California’s 18th district safer."
“This is a big win for South Monterey County and a reminder of what is possible when we make sure rural communities have a seat at the table," said Monterey County Supervisor Chris Lopez. "Jolon Road has served our families, our visitors, and Fort Hunter Liggett for generations, and this nearly $9.8 million investment will help us make long-overdue improvements to this critical corridor. Our rural roads matter, and the people who rely on them every day deserve safe, reliable infrastructure. I am grateful to Congresswoman Lofgren for continuing to show up for South Monterey County, and to our County Public Works team and partners at Fort Hunter Liggett for helping us bring this investment home. This is what partnership looks like, and I am excited to see these dollars put to work in our community.”
“Jolon Road is the sole gateway and vital lifeline for everyone who lives, works, and trains at Fort Hunter Liggett," said Colonel Jason McKenzie, Fort Hunter Liggett Commander. "This $9.8 million DCIP grant to Monterey County is a monumental achievement that positively impacts combat readiness of the military. We are incredibly grateful to Representative Zoe Lofgren, County Supervisor Chris Lopez, and the Monterey County Department of Public Works for their tireless partnership and support to this project."
Jolon Road is a rural, narrow, two-lane road constructed in the 1940s with little to no shoulders, spanning a length of approximately thirty-nine miles and connecting to U.S. Highway 101 in King City and Bradley. After many years in use, the road has geometric deficiencies, poor pavement conditions, and needs rehabilitation to improve safety.
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